FALL 2021 UIC Graduate Entry Master of Science (GEM)

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Applied to UIC's Fall 2021 graduate entry program. Would love to meet others who are also going through the process and share any updates. Good luck!

2 hours ago, Annaventures said:

Hello! Yes, that's the one. My name is Maria Anna, see y'all later! Yes, hopefully they group us together ?

 

 

Hello! I will definitely be on the look out for you both. My name is Mikee S. ?

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2 hours ago, Annaventures said:

Hello! Yes, that's the one. My name is Maria Anna, see y'all later! Yes, hopefully they group us together ?

Hey Maria! I'm excited

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You all should check your emails! I got an invitation to interview with admissions not too long ago and signed up!

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Thank you! I just received the email too and signed up for an interview!

Also, I'm not sure if everyone here went to the Mock Interview but they said that it's a group interview of about 3-5 people and it's approximately 30-35 minutes but allot 1 hr for it just in case. ? 

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hi yall! I also applied for the 2021 cohort, glad there is a thread already :) I wish everyone luck. 

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On 2/10/2021 at 7:53 PM, msy2 said:

Thank you! I just received the email too and signed up for an interview!

Also, I'm not sure if everyone here went to the Mock Interview but they said that it's a group interview of about 3-5 people and it's approximately 30-35 minutes but allot 1 hr for it just in case. ? 

The interviews will be group interviews even for the official one? 

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1 minute ago, nursemidwifetobe123 said:

The interviews will be group interviews even for the official one? 

Thanks for joining this discussion! And yup, the actual interviews are group interviews as well. Good luck everyone! We got this!

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Hi everyone! I just found this forum and was wondering if anyone has had experience with group interviews? If so, do you have any advice on what to expect with them? 

Thanks in advance! 

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5 hours ago, Robin D said:

Hi everyone! I just found this forum and was wondering if anyone has had experience with group interviews? If so, do you have any advice on what to expect with them? 

Thanks in advance! 

I've had experiences with group interviews back in college for organizations. I can only remember interviewing with a group for job once but it was extremely informal. When I attended the mock interview we were told that it's okay to have similar answers to other people but make sure to make it more personal towards you and always relate it back to nursing. Be mindful of time since there might be 3 to 5 people in the interview and there's only 30 minutes for the interviewers to get to know all of us. Be straight and concise with your answer. I'm at work right now and I do not have all of my notes with me from the mock interview. But I will post another response once I'm home ?  

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17 hours ago, msy2 said:

I've had experiences with group interviews back in college for organizations. I can only remember interviewing with a group for job once but it was extremely informal. When I attended the mock interview we were told that it's okay to have similar answers to other people but make sure to make it more personal towards you and always relate it back to nursing. Be mindful of time since there might be 3 to 5 people in the interview and there's only 30 minutes for the interviewers to get to know all of us. Be straight and concise with your answer. I'm at work right now and I do not have all of my notes with me from the mock interview. But I will post another response once I'm home ?  

Yes, please! That would be much appreciated if you could! ?

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4 hours ago, Robin D said:

Yes, please! That would be much appreciated if you could! ?

Of course ? So they showed us a word document that states:

Interview questions will vary and may cover many topics, but you should be prepared to talk about:

  1. The role of a nurse and why you want to be a nurse
  2. What influenced your decision and what motivates you to pursue nursing as a career?
  3. Why you applied to UIC and what you know about the CON
  4. What you have done to prepare to be a successful nursing student
  5. Qualities must you have to become an excellent compassionate nurse
  6. Current issues in healthcare
  7. What are your strengths and areas of growth?
  8. What are your study habits
  9. What do you think a nurse's responsibility is today?
  10. What kind of experience have you had with nurses in your past?
  11. What qualities do you possess that will make you a good nurse?
  12. How well do you get along with others?
  13. Qualities of a good team
  14. Qualities of good leadership
  15. What do you think you need to be successful in nursing school?
  16. Are you comfortable taking a leadership role?
  17. Describe the role of Nurse in your own words
  18. Do you have any questions? Have at least one ready

From here on, it's going to be my notes ?

Keys to prepare:

  1. Practice a 1-minute commercial (highlight career/education background); be ready w/ an example; always link back to nursing
  2. Reflect on your strengths and skills, especially what uniquely sets you apart
  3. Research the CON website
  4. Review commonly asked interview questions
  5. Make sure to come early

Interview Process:

  1. 2-3 interviewers
  2. Group interview
  3. They're going to ask a question and pick who's going to talk first
  4.  

During Interview

1. Use friendly, confident body language

2. Be honest

3. Use concrete examples

4. Keep your language positive

5. Remember to breathe

6. Keep answers consistent and has everything they want you to answer

7. Watch for time and be mindful of others

8. Approximately 4-5 questions in 30 minutes

9. Wear something professional/business casual

Other notes:

  • Your interviewer possible didn't go through your application, it might be advantageous to talk about what you talked about on your application
  • Don't get psyched out by other people's answers
  • If question is 2 parts make sure sure to answer both
  • Use lamp if your room where you're gonna be in during the interview is dark
  • It is OKAY to ask for clarity
  • Answers should be 30 seconds to 1 minute
  • Admission decisions go out between late March and mid-April
  • Show off ability to understand the role of a nurse and your ability to interact with future colleagues
  • DO NOT be domineering.
  • 50-70 students accepted, approximately 400 applications received
  • You can seek feedback after application process has closed

These are all the notes that I have from the mock interview ? I may have missed some while I was trying to catch up with what they were saying. If anyone has anything to add please do. Thank you! Hopefully it helps ? Good luck! 

 

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Anyone interview yet? 

I just had mine... now the waiting game begins.

Good luck everyone, I hope for the best for all of us!

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