FAU 2014 ABSN applicants

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I haven't seen a thread directed at applicants for this application cycle, so I figured I'd start one! Just one month left until applications open. Who's ready? :) I figure we can meet here to discuss any questions or issues with applications, provide support and feedback to fellow applicants, as well as introduce ourselves as potential future classmates! Communication is, after all, critical for all nurses.

I actually have a question to start us off. The pre-requisites listed for the program mention "College Algebra or equivalent" for science GPA calculations. In my case, I took a few more advanced mathematics courses for my degree, and I have a better grade in Calculus than I do in College Algebra. I can only chalk it up to it being my first semester in college. Does anyone know if they will count my Calc grade instead? It means the difference between a 3.8 and 3.9 for my science GPA.

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Hi there :)

I am applying to FAU's accelerated 2014 program, as well! I am studying for the TEAS an will be taking it in the beginning of October!

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Excellent, I was wondering where some of my fellow applicants were. :)

I took the TEAS a few weeks ago. What are you using to study?

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Looks like they will be doing interviews for the top 80 applicants. Here's hoping we all get invited!

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Where did you see that? I heard them mention it in the tuesday session but they said they hadnt done them yet. That is great. I prefer to meet them face to face. How many seats are there?

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If you check the website for the ABSN program application process, there is a notice about interview dates for both the ABSN and traditional programs. There is also a date set for orientation as well.

If I had to make a guess, I would assume there will be 40 seats, so half of the interviewed applicants will be offered a spot. That's just my guess. I'm also thrilled about the personal interview. I think it is a great choice on the program's part, since it is very difficult to really get to know someone just by how they appear on paper.

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It appears they no longer have a minimum TEAS score requirement as well! So many changes.

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I have personally met with ----- and you are right- the top 80 applicants will be interviewed for the 40 available seats!

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Looks like they will be doing the same thing for the traditional program. I am definitely looking forward to the personal interviews. Are you applying for this cycle?

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Looks like they will be doing the same thing for the traditional program. I am definitely looking forward to the personal interviews. Are you applying for this cycle?

Yes I'm applying this cycle- I'm using the McGraw Hill practice tests to study. I'll be taking the teas in a couple of weeks. I'm getting so excited to start the application process.

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Excellent! It's so nice to meet people who are in the same boat. Keep us updated on how it goes, and good luck!

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Applications are officially open! Be sure to get your transcripts in early. It takes around 5 weeks for NursingCAS to process them after your application has been submitted, so leave plenty of extra time for them to receive them and get all the work on their end done. This also gives you a chance to remedy errors in case they find one. Keep in mind it takes longer for them to process during high volume periods (end of semester, etc.).

I submitted my application this morning, so I will be keeping track of how long it takes for them to process mine (they already have my transcripts). I'm so excited to finally get this process started!

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