Linfield ABSN 2019-2020

bhosk · Feb 12, 2019

Hi!

Thanks for starting the thread. I applied to OHSU's ABSN and Linfield as well. OHSU would be my top choice, but I'm trying to keep my expectations low since it is so competitive. I also applied to PCC, MHCC, and CCC. Fingers crossed someone will take me!

YSO_nurseinthemaking · Feb 12, 2019

Thanks for your response! Same here, crossing fingers and hoping I can get started this summer/fall. I don't think I made the OHSU cut since I have not received the email invitation for the interviews. I think I have a much better shot at Linfield since their decision factor weighs more heavily on Pre-req GPA, with the highest factor going to A&P GPA, then general sciences, then all other pre-reqs.

I believe their decisions go out between Mid-March-April. The wait is difficult, particularly because I would be moving to PDX if I got accepted.

bhosk · Feb 13, 2019

I talked to Mindy (Linfield) and she said if you have over 3.5 prereq GPA then you are "competitive". Linfield's ABSN start time is pretty tricky if you have to move, I wish there was a fall start option for that program.

YSO_nurseinthemaking · Feb 13, 2019

15 hours ago, bhosk said:
I talked to Mindy (Linfield) and she said if you have over 3.5 prereq GPA then you are "competitive". Linfield's ABSN start time is pretty tricky if you have to move, I wish there was a fall start option for that program.

That is good to know, I have a 3.8 Prereq GPA for their calculation, and volunteer experience, but it is not medical. Hoping they do send out letters by mid-march and that I am not on a waitlist so I can start working on moving up.

BSNhopefulPdx · Feb 15, 2019

I also applied to Linfield and OHSU ABSN programs as well as OHSU’s 3-yr and ABSN-to-DNP program. I was feeling great about how positive I’ve remained throughout this app cycle...until today. It’s too early for rejections, but I submitted my last app and the reality of the dreaded waiting period hit me like a ton of bricks. I’m not sure if these messages boards help or not, but here I am.

YSO_nurseinthemaking · Feb 15, 2019

The message boards help me know that I am not alone in my struggle or worries. We all fear rejection and inevitably it will happen to some of us for some programs (I didn't hear back from OHSU ABSN, sounds like they already sent out interview invitations). Hang tight, we should all be getting some news in about a months time.

bhosk · Mar 8, 2019

Just to give everyone an update, Mindy told me they are going to try and send out letters by March 20th, if they get them completed sooner they will send out sooner, but they should be in the mail by this date!

BSNhopefulPdx · Mar 10, 2019

Thanks for the update, bhosk. My palms are really sweating now.

bhosk · Mar 11, 2019

17 hours ago, BSNhopefulPdx said:
Thanks for the update, bhosk. My palms are really sweating now.

Same!

BSNhopefulPdx · Mar 22, 2019

Just received my acceptance the Summer 2019 cohort at Linfield! (No interview? ?‍♀️)

I’m in shock, y’all! It’s been such a long journey as a non-trad student. I could type at length about this, but I wanted to update you that letters are being received. Can’t wait to meet my class!!!

YSO_nurseinthemaking · Mar 22, 2019

Congratulations! I checked my mail yesterday hoping to see a letter, but nothing yet. Hopeful to have some good news when I get home this evening, but I live in Eugene and it may even be until tomorrow till I know.