California State University, Northridge (CSUN) ABSN program for Fall 2024

AbeR · May 9

N4L said:

Hi there! Wishing everyone tons of luck. I have been following this page throughout the process. I did not get accepted. I am disappointed, but congratulations to everyone who did get in!! tbh IDK how I didn't get into the program.. I was confident with my stats 😕 Just proves the competitiveness of this program. To everyone rejected, don't let this detour you from your goal! I will be reapplying for Spring 2025!

GPA: 3.5 undergrad, BS in Kinesiology and 3.8 science pre-reqs

Certs/license: Pharmacy tech, medical assistant, EKG tech, BLS

Experience: 5 years pharmacy tech, 3.5 years medical assistant (full time positions in rheumatology, sports medicine, ortho), 300 volunteer hours as a physical therapy aide

a bomb a** personal statement and interview video to justify the lower GPA

Did you just get the email now that you didn't get accepted?

nurseandactress · May 9

Got a straight up rejection email earlier today. Didn't even get an interview. This is really lowering my mental health and I'm feeling hopeless. I'm already old, accomplished nothing in life career wise and now it's delayed by another year. Ugh I really needed this so I can get a career sooner and support my family 😞

Katchhn · May 9

I still haven't heard anything back yet 😕

Klooless123 · May 10

Did anyone get any notification from them yet?

Aspiringnurse101 · May 10

Klooless123 said:

Did anyone get any notification from them yet?

Nope still waiting

Peter Ko · May 10

Klooless123 said:

Did anyone get any notification from them yet?

Yup got my rejection letter yesterday

Klooless123 · May 10

Oh really, I'm getting nervous now! Did you get an interview as well?

Aspiringnurse101 · May 10

Peter Ko said:

Yup got my rejection letter yesterday

What time did they email you?

Aspiringnurse101 said:

When did they email you?

Peter Ko · May 10

Klooless123 said:

Oh really, I'm getting nervous now! Did you get an interview as well?

No interview, just straight rejection

Aspiringnurse101 · May 10

Peter Ko said:

No interview, just straight rejection

What time did you get the letter ?

Peter Ko · May 10

Aspiringnurse101 said:

What time did they email you?

1:30pm May 9th

Here is the full rejection letter

I hope that you are well.

Fall 2024 Application Status Update:

As always, the applicant pool for the CSUN ABSN program's Fall 2024 cohort was large and competitive. Unfortunately, the Nursing faculty did not recommend you for admission to the Fall 2024 cohort. Please know that these decisions are never easy. Regardless, we greatly appreciate your interest in CSUN, and the program, and recognize and respect your accomplishments and talents in the application process thereto. Below please find answers to some Frequently Asked Questions.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Why wasn't I selected for admission to the current cohort?

This is a highly competitive program that regularly receives hundreds of applications for its limited number of seats; the admissions committee admitted those that it deemed were the highest ranking based on a review of all applications. This does not mean that your application was lacking, it just means that it was a super-competitive applicant pool.

What criteria were used in reviewing my application?

The applications process is an holistic one that includes multiple factors, which include, but are not limited to:

I. GPA above 3.21

ii. GPA Masters 3.0 or higher

iii. GPA for Sciences

IV. LVN with BS/BA

v. Employment – direct contact with patients

vi. Volunteer hours

vii. Certificates

viii. Letter of intent

Can I be considered for the waitlist to the current cohort?

The admissions committee has already selected a waitlist, and only those selected can be considered for admission.

Can I appeal the decision?

No, unfortunately, admissions decisions are not open to appeal.

Can I reapply to a future cohort of the program?

Yes, you can reapply during the next application cycle. Applications for Spring 2025 will be opening in June.

Would I need to resubmit documents if I reapplied to a future cohort?

Yes, you would need to resubmit all admissions materials except for your transcripts.

Can I meet with you to discuss my current application?

Although I am always happy to hear from those interested in the program, please note that I do not have detailed feedback at the individual level regarding applications. The admissions committee conducts all application reviews and only provides me with a status notification (admitted/waitlist/denied). As such, such a meeting may not provide the information for which you may hope.

In closing, thank you kindly for your interest in the ABSN program. We know that you have invested a tremendous effort in completing the application process—an effort that we appreciate. We wish you the best in your future academic endeavors.

Peter Ko · May 10

Sounds like if you didn't get accepted or placed on waitlist, you can consider yourself rejected.