WSU Nursing Spring 2013

Pleasant P · Nov 24, 2012

Hi a2012, your gpa will still matter after the interview process. Everything is rated and those with the higher numbers get selected first and then they go down that list. If you have a strong gpa, but a weak interview you might still be able to get through, likewise if you have a weak gpa and a strong interview you might also get through just the same. I can tell you that repeating courses are not looked upon favorably.

They want to make sure that the people they select can handle the rigor of the program. I can tell you that there are people who walked into the program with 3.8+ who are struggling. You really need a strong anatomy and physiology background, because it gets deeper and they don't spend a whole lot of time going over things they expect you to know. I think you can do anything you set your mind to, just understand what you are up against and for the interview just be yourself. They asked me questions that I could have never prepared for, but I answered honestly and that's what they are looking for. Good luck and congrats to those who got in.

Kimberley0531 · Nov 25, 2012

Thanks a2012! I'm still hoping but no I didn't apply anywhere else because leaving the area would be difficult for me. I am married and with his job I don't really see it as an option. Just hoping to hear some good news or that the wait list is moving or something but I'm sure there will be no news till at least after this holiday weekend. Thanks for the encouragement though, still hangin on! =)

a2012 · Nov 25, 2012

Thanks everyone for your encouragement and advice. I do realize that repeats don't look good,but I did get an A for A&P. My friend just told me about a girl she met on campus who was accepted on her 3rd try! Hopefully this is the case for me..lol. If not I can always do LPN and apply to WSU or RN-BSN. I just really want to start nursing school already,I miss school Currently I am just working as a caregiver :)

Pleasant P · Nov 25, 2012

The fact that you are working as a caregiver a2012 is actually GREAT! You will have a much easier time going through the program. Most people with a CNA or LPN background find the experience to be so much more pleasant. I don't want to discourage you, I just want you to be aware of the real hard facts! It really is a difficult program, most people were surprised by that including myself. Just keep your Anatomy book and skim through the cardiac and respiratory at least once a month. For those who got accepted, I highly recommend brushing up on those topics before starting. You can do it guys! Good luck! :).

aastroud3 · Dec 3, 2012

For those that are in the program, is it worth it to pay all the extra money for the green parking permit? I wanted to buy my parking pass soon, but I have no idea which option to pick.

TristanNicole · Dec 3, 2012

Not really, I buy yellow, that's what I would suggest, I think there is a map of parking on the website also :)

Kimberley0531 · Dec 3, 2012

So I'm just trying to see if anyone else here is on the wait list for wsu??? Any info?

a2012 · Dec 9, 2012

Kimberley0531,

Which campus did you apply to? I'm surprised you haven't heard anything yet! Maybe they will call you last minute,like the first day of classes. A friend told me that students can even get called after classes start..at least that's what she heard :)