APU BSN Summer 2021

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Hey everyone,

I have just submitted my application for the Summer BSN program at APU. Has anyone else submitted their application or would anyone else like to share their stats?

 

Science GPA: 3.16

Overall: 3.66

56 minutes ago, absolutelymelisa said:

Has anyone else heard from APU since last week? My application is still showing that its at 100% and nothing else. Starting to lose hope ?

I haven’t I keep checking and checking and nothing for me either! ;( 

I’m the same way I just hope they’re taking a bit long so we can get some good news. 

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For those accepted, how do we know what classes to enroll in? Or will there be an orientation where we all pick the same classes? Thanks! 

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Hey guys!

Someone else stated that they asked their advisor regarding when they will hear back and that they responded saying they will be using these next few weeks to review applicants so I think there's still time. Don't lose hope!! ?

If you're interested, here's some info about when orientation is and when the first day of class is (though I am going to the IE campus, not sure if it's the same for the rest):

New Student Orientation: April 26th

Classes begin: May 10th

As for those that have recently received their acceptances, I just received an email about the registration for classes opening. Does anyone know if we are supposed to register for all the courses listed (lectures, labs, and practicums)? Or can we wait until orientation to see our schedule?? 

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So we are supposed to wait for an email that includes what specific courses we are to enroll in. We are not supposed to register before we get that info. I hope we get it before orientation!! Everything is already happening so fast!

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Maybe a little side note here..

Does anyone here pay their own rent? I always automatically assume I am one of the "older students". I am definitely going to have to either quit my full time job or see if they'll let me work once or twice a week, depending on our cohort schedules. I guess I'm trying to ask for advice on how to financially survive this, is everyone just living on the loan life? Apologies, I was at a community college before this. Costs were WAY DIFFERENT LOL

 

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7 minutes ago, baconavocado said:

So we are supposed to wait for an email that includes what specific courses we are to enroll in. We are not supposed to register before we get that info. I hope we get it before orientation!! Everything is already happening so fast!

 

 

I asked a friend who is in her 3rd semester or whatever you call it and she said they all registered for classes together at orientation. I wonder if this is still the case? 

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5 minutes ago, neeko said:

 

 

I asked a friend who is in her 3rd semester or whatever you call it and she said they all registered for classes together at orientation. I wonder if this is still the case? 

How interesting. Hmm.. well, I guess we will know by orientation - or beforehand? haha

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13 minutes ago, baconavocado said:

Maybe a little side note here..

Does anyone here pay their own rent? I always automatically assume I am one of the "older students". I am definitely going to have to either quit my full time job or see if they'll let me work once or twice a week, depending on our cohort schedules. I guess I'm trying to ask for advice on how to financially survive this, is everyone just living on the loan life? Apologies, I was at a community college before this. Costs were WAY DIFFERENT LOL

 

I do! Most of the students in my cohort are "older." I am the youngest at 27 and even still that's old haha. Anyway, It is definitely possible to work while in school. In fact less than 5 students in my cohort are strictly students. APU recommends no more than 20 hours per week but some people in our cohort still work full time which I wouldn't recommend either but you gotta do what you gotta do! I would just recommend working somewhere with a really flexible schedule because our schedule changes SO frequently so a flexible employer is important. Congratulations on your acceptance!

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1 minute ago, Maria Alberto said:

I do! Most of the students in my cohort are "older." I am the youngest at 27 and even still that's old haha. Anyway, It is definitely possible to work while in school. In fact less than 5 students in my cohort are strictly students. APU recommends no more than 20 hours per week but some people in our cohort still work full time which I wouldn't recommend either but you gotta do what you gotta do! I would just recommend working somewhere with a really flexible schedule because our schedule changes SO frequently so a flexible employer is important. Congratulations on your acceptance!

Oh this is good to know!! Okay. 27 is a good age! I am 32 ? Thank you!!

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4 minutes ago, Maria Alberto said:

I do! Most of the students in my cohort are "older." I am the youngest at 27 and even still that's old haha. Anyway, It is definitely possible to work while in school. In fact less than 5 students in my cohort are strictly students. APU recommends no more than 20 hours per week but some people in our cohort still work full time which I wouldn't recommend either but you gotta do what you gotta do! I would just recommend working somewhere with a really flexible schedule because our schedule changes SO frequently so a flexible employer is important. Congratulations on your acceptance!

Hey Maria! Can you help us with registration. Do we wait for orientation ? I just paid my $500 acceptance fee. What’s next? Haha thanks in advance! 

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3 minutes ago, neeko said:

Hey Maria! Can you help us with registration. Do we wait for orientation ? I just paid my $500 acceptance fee. What’s next? Haha thanks in advance! 

You guys can wait until orientation! Especially since I know they've made changes to the progression schedule since my cohort started last year. There's no rush to register since the last day to register is May 17th, a week after the semester begins. I don't mean to worry you but as far as I know, the acceptance fee is only for freshman undergraduate students! Although I know they're always changing things. But if you got direct instructions from the nursing program to pay it then just disregard what I mentioned! There really isn't anything else to do other than wait and celebrate your acceptance! Some advice I can give to newly accepted students would be:

  • Make sure your FAFSA is filled out for the 2021-2022 school year 
  • Invest in a good laptop and printer
  • Gather all of your required documentation or get it done so that you're not rushing at the last minute; by documentation I mean things like titers, 2 step TB test, flu and COVID vaccine, CPR certification, etc. 
  • Get a head start on necessary supplies like a decent stethoscope (doesn't have to be expensive!), penlight, medical scissors, multi-colored pen, simple calculator, a waterproof watch with a second hand, a headband/scrub cap with buttons to hold your mask up, a good badge reel, etc.
  • Once you meet everyone in your cohort, start a GroupMe chat so that everyone can contact each other with questions.
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5 hours ago, Greisy said:

I haven’t I keep checking and checking and nothing for me either! ;( 

I’m the same way I just hope they’re taking a bit long so we can get some good news. 

Hi! I keep checking too but I’m losing hope. My portal still says 100%.

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