Any UCSF Mepn Applicants?

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Hi everyone--

Has anyone else out there applied to the UCSF MEPN program? They're supposed to send out letters this month (December) for the interview process. Has anyone gotten a letter yet? Will those that aren't asked to the interview process get a rejection letter now?

Crossing my fingers...!

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Congrats to everyone that made it! You'll learn a lot!

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Greetings MEPN finalist comrades! Huge congrats to those who've made it thus far!!

I've been lurking here too for a while- Nat3433, I think it was you who told me about this forum on our interview day in January, and I thank you for that!

So, I got my letter today and I am (sigh) an alternate for the Gerontological specialty (sigh). I applied last year and was alternate #3 for the same specialty; now I'm #1 but can hardly bear that my incredibly sincere desire to train at this fine institution be a nurse for the older adult population and SO much effort to that end has yet again been met with NOT actually being in the program!! I am so ready for this, so capable and so excited... and now, so disappointed. Last year, I was not officially rejected until after MEPN classes began in June, and it prolonged my inability to make other plans! (I know Dr. Z recommended setting your own date for Plan B, but it's so tempting to hold out a shred of hope!)

Anyway, that's my story... one question for you fabulous admittees: by what date do you have to let UCSF know you are planning to attend?

Thanks so much!

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Wow, bluedreamofsky, that's really brutal. I am so sorry. We have to let UCSF know by March 14th. I am sure that some people will prefer Yale or other schools, 1st on the wait list is good! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you - Chicken LL

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Hey everyone,

Just wanted to let you know that I'll be going to UCSF in June. I'm really excited and look forward to meeting all of you.

Karen

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congrats to all you who've gotten into the mepn program!!!

hey bluedreamofsky, i'm in a similar position-- this is my second time applying to the mepn program and i've not been admitted (i was sooo convinced that the interviews had gone incredibly well and that i was bound to get in!). i'm listed as alternate #2 for the pediatric NP specialty. not sure how great the chances are of getting in as a second alternate. i am crushed, but trying to make the best of this situation. hang in there! i'm sending good wishes your way. #1 alternate for your specialty seems promising. ;-)

does anyone know if ucsf revealed how many mepn students they were able to take this year?

-z

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dreamofbluesky and prospective z,

will you guys keep us updated on your waitlist status? I would think #1 and #2 is a pretty good spot to be in. Good luck to you both.

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Congratulations jaxnaud (Karen)! See you in June. I am disappointed by how many people got waitlisted twice in a row. It just seems like a mystery formula to me if people have that experience. I'm really feeling for you guys and hope that this, somehow, turns out to be a positive turn in your path to becoming a nurse and, of course, that you end up in June. Maybe a lot of people will want to go to Yale or Columbia. - Lisa

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Hey everybody-

Just got my acceptance letter in the mail yesterday, so thought I would finally stop lurking and join the conversation. It's very exciting - and such a relief. I really feel for those of you that got waitlisted or turned back. It was a grinding application process that i would prefer not to repeat. That said, hang in there. Everybody i met at Interview Day seemed highly qualified, capable and motivated, and i'm sure we will all find our niche and do well.

So if there is a gathering in SF let me know. It would be good to meet some people before school starts.

Blair

(Acute Care NP specialty, Jan 26 interview)

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hi jaxneaud and co.,

i'll definitely keep you posted on whether i get in or not-- i haven't given up all hope, but i will need to switch gears and start entertaining plan B in the meantime, if only to stay sane. ;-)

-z

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Congratulations Blair! That's fantastic. Prospective Z, hang in there I'm rooting for you - Chicken LL (Lisa)

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I'm up for a get together soon. Lets try for April or May, that way our waitlisted pals will have a better idea if they're in (and I hope you are!!!). What do you guys think? So, what kind of spot would you be into? Bar? Park? Cafe? Restaurant? I have no idea- although I think a happy hour with appetizers and a drink might be casual and fun. I'm open though. I got a few emails on interview day so I can check in and invite those people as well. Maybe Friday, May 4th at 5pm???? I am not sure of where to meet, although someplace near BART (like in the financial district) would be easy on me :-). Gordon Beirsch, that irish pub near the mall, I don't know. Just somewhere with food for those who might not be interested in the drinking thing. Nat34?? let us know when you hear!!!

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