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Greetings fellow future nurses! I just mailed my application packets for Mt. Hood CC, Clackamas CC, and Portland CC today and excited to be done with them. I have my proctored essay for OHSU this Wednesday and am a little worried because I have NO idea what is going to be asked. I haven't been able to get any feedback on what is on any of the essays. I am also applying to Chemeketa but am probable wasting my time as I am missing 2 of the pre-recs required there that aren't required at the OCNE schools. Well, the worst they can say is no, right?

Anyway, the Oregon Nursing Programs sections has been a little dead lately so I was hoping to spark some dialogue. This is my first year applying and I'm already getting a little stressed. I kind of have a lot riding on getting in somewhere next fall. My fiance and I are kind of planning on it. I'm hoping that doesn't backfire! How's it going with everyone?

I got a call back from pcc today. They have filled all their spots and deposits have been paid. This leaves me in the #1 alternate spot! I can't believe I missed it by one spot! What do you think the chances are that 1 person will drop by August 17th? That is when they are requiring all immunizations done and final paperwork in.

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Specializes in ICU, CVICU.

share13, I'd say pretty good chances! There were about 5 people at mhcc last year who were accepted b/c of people not finishing paperwork/vaccines/drug screen in time. I'd say chances are still favorable that you will get your call!

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share13, if I were you, I would go ahead and get your immunizations up-to-date so you're ready to go WHEN they call you.

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Thank you gibranam and emmyers I have taken care of my immunizations as of today. I also let them know that and they said that was good because they wouldn't call people after aug 17th since it wouldn't leave people time to finish. I am also taking the CPR class at the climb center July 6th. Would you suggest I drop that math class I previously mentioned in a different post? Thanks again, I am do anxious!

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I would not take math 111 if you already have stats. I aced math 95, but had a new teacher with 111 and I really hit the wall and it affected my gpa. I didn't need it either and now regret taking it! Just a thought.

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Share- yes, drop the math class.

Sasafras- unless someone unexpectedly has to drop out before fall, the ccc class is set. Orientation was the 15th.

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I'm taking a leap of faith and dropped my math class! Now I just need to get the call!

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Specializes in Pediatrics, Med-Surg.

Share13,

Unless I hear an absolutely stunning recommendation from a friend of mine I'm meeting tomorrow for lunch, (who just finished his first year at PCC), I was planning on calling PCC and giving up my seat this next week. I got into Clark and I think it is a better fit for me. So we can test how long it takes for someone to give up a seat, and PCC to call the next alternate! ;) Congratulations!

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Still curious if anyone is going to OHSU in monmouth. I went down to visit last week and its a beautiful campus.

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SushiOConnor,

Thank you for the vote of confidence. I wish you the best at whichever school you choose.

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I just got the call this morning! I have been accepted into PCC's program! So excited!

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Congrats share13!!!! Good luck!! :)

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