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Well everyone, my letter came in the mail yesterday. I did not get in. When I first read the letter I was very upset - I actually locked myself in the bedroom. I allowed myself 10 minutes of sadness, and I felt as though I was morning the loss of a close friend. In a way I kind of was - I was sad that I couldn't HOPE anymore.

Once my 10 minutes of sadness were up - I unlocked the door and started to plan wonderful things for the next couple of months. I started making some resumes so that I can find a better job - hopefully one in my major. I also decided I'm going to apply to the 24 month plan next semester (instead of the 14 month plan) so that I can spend time with my family, and work part time. Since I'll be able to work full time for the next few months, my family and I are going to save money and try to go on vacation in December!

So, yes I'm sad - but I'm also excited about the upcoming months. I can't wait to be a nurse - but for some reason beyond me, I have to wait a little longer. So for now, I'm going to focus on finishing all of my pre reqs with an A and go from there!

Thanks everyone for helping me through this extremely stressful and turbulent process!

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Specializes in Nephrology, Cardiology, ER, ICU.

What a positive person you are! I think once you get in to nursing school, you will find it so smooth mainly because of your great outlook on life in general. good luck.

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Specializes in Education, FP, LNC, Forensics, ED, OB.

I so agree with traumaRUs. You have a great outlook. I'll bet you have a wonderful few months planned.

You WILL be a nurse and you are going to be a GREAT one with that attitude!!!!!!!!!!!

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good for you unc!!! :balloons: :balloons: :balloons:

looking forward is the best way to deal with life's adversities.

i have yet to apply to nsg school (will be applying this fall) and if i don't get it i hope i can be as positive as you about it. you are an inspiration.

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Good for you! I may soon be in the same boat, and I hope I handle it as well. I'm waiting every day for a letter regarding a scholarship, and in a few months I'll be waiting on a letter from a school too. Both are actually long shots, at least for this year, so chances are great my nursing career will be put on hold for a year. I'm trying to stay prepared for that, but at the same time yes, I do hope!

I hope you enjoy a wonderful and stress-free year!

Kelly

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Specializes in Case Management.

Sometimes our lives take a path we did not expect, and always in the end there is a reason. You have a good attitude, it is always best to roll with the punches and make a new plan! Don't give up on your dream, you may be meant to go about it another way. And enjoy that vacation you are planning!

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Hey UNC,

I am sorry to hear about your news! I am in the same boat as I reported I did not get into UNC either! The only thing I can say is to keep pushing! I initially applied to entry level MSN nursing programs last year, got waitlisted- did not get in and then got into Marymount for Fall 2007. Something WILL work out and in the end, it will be the path that you're supposed to be on! Keep working hard, bust out those pre-reqs and know that you will be a nurse one day! Your head is already up, so I won't tell you to keep your head up! Make them sorry for not accepting you! :)

Best of luck and keep in touch..

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Specializes in LTC/Skilled Care/Rehab.

(((HUGS))) I'm sorry you didn't get in. It sounds like you have a positive attitude about it! I did the same thing. I cried for a little bit and then I started thinking about what I would do if I don't get in for sure (since I am on the waiting list). It is upsetting, but it isn't the end of the world. I think that things always happen for a reason. Good luck to you!

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Specializes in Cardiac Telemetry, Emergency, SAFE.

UNC,

Im very sorry! It so good you have a positive outlook. Good look in ur future endeavors and keep on truckin!!!

:icon_hug:

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Specializes in Med/Surg <1; Epic Certified <1.

Fate has a funny way of telling us how our lives are going to go regardless of how much planning we put in to something....

You have a terrific attitude -- had your few minutes of pity party, then moved on -- good for you! Enjoy your vacation and finishing up prereqs, and then go get 'em!!!

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Specializes in Junior Year of BSN.

UNC- Sorry to hear about not getting into the program. Hope you get in next year and if that does not work there are many other nursing programs in our area (I live in Durham). Hope everything goes well for you. :icon_hug:

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