ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

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Hi there!

I will be applying to UMass Amherst for the Aug 2018 entering class. I wanted to start a thread for any prospective applicants.

Feel free to discuss anything! Hopefully we can all help each other through the next couple of months while we complete apps and await decisions.

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Hi everyone. Just wanted to calm many nerves and tell you that I contacted admissions about that essay form and was told it is not required.

Anyway, I am nearly 24. I have a BS in Kinesiology. 3.77 overall GPA with 4.0 prereq. I have worked in several rehab settings doing physical therapy and coaching for pediatric, athletic, and older populations. I have also worked as a teacher in preschool and currently work as a paraprofessional for children with special needs. I became interested in healthcare out of a love for the science, caring for others, and because I have grown up taking care of my mother who has a rare disease.

Are we assuming there are no interviews? Best of luck to all of us!!! :)

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Hey everyone!

Great thinking, mickey0391! I will tag along.

I recently graduated from Westfield State in May with a major in Economics and minor in Business Management. I am almost 23 years old. Initially, I started at UMass Amherst but transferred to Westfield. I commuted to school my Junior & Senior year while interning at a company, which turned into a full-time job after graduation. As far as GPA goes, I have a 3.95 in prerequisites. For an undergrad GPA, I did poorly and am worried that might affect my chance of admission in addition to not having any health care related experience.

I have many family members in the health care field and seeing their dedication and passion to helping others inspired me to follow in their footsteps. While figuring out that being a nurse is my ultimate goal; I got my butt in gear and took the prerequisite classes while working full-time.

Nice meeting everyone and I wish you all the best of luck! :) Fingers crossed!

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Hi Kenzie - you and I have similar backgrounds. I also worked really hard on the prereqs while working full time as part of an academic "redemption". Luckily, UMass Amhert ABSN only looks at the prereq GPA, not your BA cum.

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Hi Mickey!

Thank you for the update, that is a relief!!

Best of luck :)

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Hi!

I just wanted to chime in! I am also applying for this cycle! I graduated last May from Texas A&M with a degree in Exercise Physiology. Hoping we hear back soon! Goodluck to everyone!

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what is everyones first degree in?

I also applied for the ABSN program. I have a Bachelors in Education and a Master in Public Health.

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Hi all. My name is Rachel and my first degree is a BS in Psychology. I started prerequisites as soon as I graduated, throughout my pregnancy and my son's first year, he just turned 2! Time flies. I took a year off to prepare for our move here and be mom. We are from Portland, Oregon and arrived here in December for my husband's work. UMass is my number one choice! I am eager to hear back.

Stats:

Prereq GPA: 3.85

Cumulative GPA: 3.6-3.7.... not 100% sure on it because my credits are spread across many schools

Any other mama applicants? Plans for childcare? This is my biggest concern...

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Hi everyone!

I'm just waiting to finish A&P2 and Micro then I'll be all set! I went to UMass and got a BS in Math and M.Ed, so I'm hoping for another degree from there.

Best of luck to everyone!

I also went to UMass for my Masters, but mine was in Public Health.

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Hi! My name is Jackie I graduated from Westfield State in May with a BS in Movement science! I worked as a PCA and did some volunteer work but other than that I do not have much experience in the health care field!!

Best of luck! So nervous!

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One week, everyone! I am so nervous.

If you get in, what would you do about housing? I know very little about the Springfield area.

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I am from MA and went to Westfield State which is very close by and I would not recommend living in Springfield because it's not the best city and it's not really safe. I'm sure some parts are better than others but I know surrounding towns are much safer! I am not sure what I am going to do about housing if I get in!

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Good Afternoon Everyone,

Does anyone know if they send out emails just to students that we accepted into the program? Do they also send an email confirmation for those that have been waitlisted or denied from the program?

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