Johns Hopkins University BSN/MSN Fall 2011

[jngnurse]

Greetings Everyone!

I know this is early to make a thread for the Fall 2011 Hopkins Applicants! But still, it is better to start getting ready than waiting at the last minute! I highly suggest everyone start getting your letters of recommendations, and just hide it until you are ready to apply. I will be applying and submitting my application around September 2010 as an early decision applicant for Fall 2011.

I have to finish up Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Developmental Psychology, and one more chemistry class this coming Summer 2010. During the Fall of 2010 and Spring 2011, I will be finishing up just general requirements like history, Microbiology, English Composition, Statistics, some foreign languages, and humanities (elective classes).

I will be applying for the BSN Traditional Program considering I do not have a degree, thus, I am not qualified to apply for the accelerated program. I'm really excited about this.

I will only be applying to UPenn and Johns Hopkins University for my BSN traditional program. If I do not get accepted, I will be attending my current university's school of nursing. I am already in the university's nursing program, but I don't start clinical preceptorship until 2 years from now.

I will graduate May 2013 regardless where I go. Either JHU or UPenn or stay at my current university.

If I will be accepted at either JHU or UPenn, then definitely I will be attending those schools! I love nursing research, and I want to learn more about research and providing quality care to our patients.

We will see how it will go. I have six months until I submit my application to both schools. Remember time is running fast.

Hope everyone are doing well on their pre-requisites! Good luck to all!

Feel free to post around so we can help each other for Fall 2011! I've read the thread for the JHU Fall 2010. I've noticed everyone in that thread got accepted, and some waitlisted! Its a good sign!

Have a wonderful day!

Jasgop

[schick672]

Hello syc731!

I would also suggest looking at Drexel, they dont require anything besides transcripts. Not even recommendations or essays, and with your gpa, which is strong, you should have no problem getting in. The deadline for Fall 2011 is oct 15. However, Drexel is rolling admissions. JHU is not rolling admissions so as long as everything is post marked by Nov 1 it doesnt matter when you apply. You also have alot of service hours which will look excellent on any of your applications, especially JHU because they are a school based on alot of community service and volunteer work, so dont stress about your gpa! If you dont mind me asking, where are you from and what school are you going to be graduating from?

Good luck to you with your upcoming apps!!

[ninz0099]

Hey schick672!

Thanks for the reply and tips! I'm graduating from Florida Atlantic University. How about you? Are you getting a degree when you apply to? If so, from what school? Yes, I recall looking into Drexel... I just don't have a few pre-reqs, such as Ethics and Communication. I will keep looking!

[BK859]

Hey all,

I have been accepted to the traditional program but deferred my admission to fall 2011. I know how hard the application process can be so if anyone has any questions I would be happy to help! Good luck!

[Gator8]

Hi BK,

I figured since you have been accepted (but deferred to next year) that you might know more about this...do you know how many students receive the merit scholarship? Also do you know what the acceptance rate is for the accelerated program? Are there on campus interviews? Just trying to figure out some logistics before I send in my application. Any advice would be extremely helpful! Thanks.

[BK859]

Hey Gator,

To answer your questions....

When I met with the admissions rep, I was told that only applicants with a high GPA (above a 3.7-3.8) would be considered for the merit scholarship. I do not know if that means that everyone with a high GPA who applies automatically gets it or if they consider other factors such as extracurricular involvement, etc.

While I can't say what the acceptance rate is for the accelerated program, I do know that how you apply makes a significant difference. The rate of acceptance is higher for early decision (at least for the traditional program which is what I applied to but I am assuming the same applies for the accelerated). I have heard of cases where people applied to the accelerated program but were offered a seat in the traditional. In other words, they were accepted but there were no seats available in their program of choice.

They do hold campus interviews but that usually only applies if you are also applying to the combined MSN/MPH program. Hopkins does allow to apply to all three at once (BSN/MSN/MPH). Interviews are not standard if you are only applying to the BSN. However, you are able to meet with an admissions rep if you have any questions, etc. They are really accommodating when it comes that and it does give you the opportunity to show interest in the program.

Hope that helps!

[cartwheel]

Anyone attending the open house in October?

C.

[Jsong001]

HI BK859,

I'm applying for the traditional 2nd Degree BSN at JHUSON and am stuck on my application essays! AHH! Any helpful tips especially for the first two prompts (Diversity, Critical Thinking)?

[cartwheel]

Jsong001 -

I think the essay is the most stressful part. A friend of mine is on an admission comittee for another school and she gave me some great tips. Her best advice was don't recount what's already in your application. Tell a story that can grab your readers and reflect your personality. Keep in mind that admissions officers are reading hundreds of these essays, so yours should stand out. My essay starts with a story about the first shot I ever gave. It sounds like no big deal, but I've had a lot of good feedback on the story.

Good luck to you and everyone else here! Anyone going to the open house in October?

C.

[BK859]

Hey Jsong,

Like cartwheel mentioned, the admissions committee has to read hundreds of applications. For each essay, they ask that you limit your response to a certain number of words (I think it was around 500). I know it's difficult as 500 words is so little, but try not to go overboard! Pick an experience that had an impact on your life or taught you something valuable and when writing your essay, really get to the heart of the story. If you make it too lengthy, the point of the story may get lost and again, after all of the essays the committee will be reading, the last thing they want is 4, 2 page long essays!

When I wrote my essays, I took some time to think about what I wanted to write for each one. Then I tackled each one individually, writing everything I could remember about each experience. When that was done, I started editing, repeatedly cutting down each essay. Eventually, I got something I was happy with (I think for two I went a little bit over the recommended word limit but not by much). For me, I found that when I focused too much on the word limit from the start, the essays were harder for me to write. It was easier for me to just write what was on my mind and then edit over time.

Also, and this was just my personal experience........

One of the admissions reps was kind enough to briefly review one of my essays during a one-on-one meeting and told me to express what I had learned from that particular experience and how I think that will help me during my time as a nursing student. I guess what I had written came across as if I now 'knew it all'.

[awin423]

Just submitted my application for Early Decision Accel. Track. Now time for the waiting...:)

[gunrock]

Good luck to everyone applying!

I'm in the ABSN program right now and if you guys have any questions feel free to PM me or message back.

[RunawayN]

Sadly, i have decided not to apply to John Hopkins. I just can't justify spending close to 100gs out of state...even with financial aid and scholarships hopefully, i'll have luck more locally.

Good luck everybody