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Just wanted to get something started as I will be applying for this intake. Let's get this thread going. Fill me in on who you are and why you are applying bcit's nursing program.

I was told that BCIT is the most recognized institution of all nursing schools in BC. There clinical hours which I like and it's a 3 year program. It is also the most competitive, therefore the brightest, smartest, and well rounded individuals will be there. I want to be associated with a competitive environment, makes me work harder and we can learn from each other.

I am currently at kwantlen completing my pre reqs. I have completed my 1st year english and 1st year psych. I will be taking libs 7001 and 7002, 200 level psych course and 2 other bio courses.

The way BCIT treats their future nursing students is disgraceful. It really shows lack of respect. There is no valid excuse for such little notice before the start of the program.

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@Progressor - I think that's taking it a bit far. You knew from the getgo when you applied, what the deadlines for applications were. Did you really think that they were going to sort through 300-600 applications right away in June (or whenever the deadline was?). There is a reason why BCIT nursing students are highly respected on the wards - BCIT takes their time to select the best fit for the program (as opposed to those with only the highest marks, like other schools). It is an intense, compressed program, and if you didn't like the deadlines, then you could have chosen another school to apply to. A quick search online, or a call to admissions, could have told you the same thing - October and November is when you will find out. It is what it is.

And as a nursing student at BCIT, I was never treated with anything but respect from every staff member on campus. It is a fantastic program with fantastic instructors. My experience here did not even compare to previous university education. Most of my classmates received more than one job offer upon graduation, and I know for a fact that's not always the case with students from other programs. I hope if you are accepted to BCIT, your attitude changes.

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Hi Jasn,

I think it's just the fact that we're going to be hearing if we are shortlisted in the first week of november, rather than October. We did get an email saying we'd hear back from sept 1st through the 31st of October but now that's not the case. I know that they have to go through hundreds of applicants in order to pick the most suitable applicants but they could have at least somehow or in some way notify applicants that there could be a delay with the applications. Aside from this, we have to prep for something that we could be doing something for 3 years straight. Such as going through student loans, immunizations, and etc. These things take time and it can be frustrating as well as time consuming. BCIT is without a doubt one of the best schools and the staff are amazing but we just keep getting different answers of when we will be notified, there's like no one answer to this. It's definitely a long wait and it's not easy for students to wait without hearing anything from the department.

Progessor is just as frustrated as I am or any other students, which can be understandable, I mean waiting is such a pain, even despite knowing what time frame we may be notified at. If BCIT wasn't a great school, it wouldn't have gotten so many applicants. I know this is the school I'm going to stick with no matter what!

Anyways, congratz on being a nursing student at BCIT. If you don't mind me asking, do you remember how long it took you to find out? I wish you all the best for your future studies.

I think all this waiting is starting to get to us. I think we all need a break.:wacky:

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Hi BulmaBriefs - I appreciate your response. I know it is frustrating, as I was once there too. I believe I found out October 31 (several years ago - so the system hasn't changed much). BUT, I hope you guys keep some perspective. There are SO MANY applications to get through; emailing everyone regularly (or even once) with updates on the process would be a ridiculous, time-consuming process. Nevermind the fact that at least half those people will email back with further questions once you dangle a contact address in front of them!

Patience is something you'll need a lot of, especially as a nursing student at BCIT. Often times we only got our schedules and clinical placements 1-2 weeks before the term, and I have heard lately that some groups get them on the first day! As I said before, it is what it is, and the sooner you learn to just accept it and ride the wave, the more you'll actually enjoy your three years at BCIT. Best of luck to you and the other applicants.

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Thanks, Jasn. I know the nursing department may be getting tons of emails (which may be annoying, stressful and time consuming for them) and it's definitely not easy replying back to so many emails and questions to answer and etc. I bet they're just as frustrated as we are, lol. I've definitely learnt how to be more patient after all this wait, that's for sure. BCIT is such a reputable school and has the best nursing program so I'm sure all the wait will be worth it in the end.

Good luck to everyone!

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October 31st.... But don't they require shortlisted applicants to submit a letter of intent? How can they review all those letters and accurately read through at least more than 96 letters in a week? Aren't we supposed to KNOW if we are in the program or not by Nov 5th? I am a tad confused.... Maybe they are going to select 80 or so people they want for sure and then get the rest to do letters?

*I submitted a cover letter that I reread today and it sounds a lot like a letter of intent. I didn't realize it when I submitted it.. I wonder if anyone else did the same too? Has anyone ever been accepted without the extra step of submitting the intent letter? (but who was not deferring the acceptance?)

My mom is breathing down my back asking whether I have gotten a reply and I have to telling her "another week...oh another week.. oh and again another week.. now november.." I feel so bad for her, I think she might be freaking out more than me :/ if that is possible

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Hi everyone,

I just got an email (like 10 min ago) saying that I've been shortlisted. So I guess this means we won't have to wait until early Nov to find out whether we've been shortlisted afterall.

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OMG YOU GUYS I GOT SHORTLISTED JUST NOW!!! I'm shaking I can't believe it! Check your emails! And good luck to all!

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OH MY GOSH!! I have just been shortlisted as well!!! I am going to throw up! OH WOW I cannot believe it!!

Good luck to everyone else!! I'm sure there will be a lot of people hearing soon now!

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@iheartpurple:

It says that shortlisted applicants are to submit their reference forms by Oct 31st and that all applicants will be notified of their status by Nov 6. I read the documents over a couple of times in case I missed it, but they didn't mention anything about a letter of intent.

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dog_prints! Yeah, I don't see anything about a letter of intent either. Maybe they changed it? I'll give them a call tomorrow morning!

I still can't believe it...

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I will read over everything in the email when i am out of class to see if I can find anything..

i wonder how many people get shortlisted

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