smiley616

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1. How to get into a BSN Nursing Program in Bay Area?

   smiley616 replied to abbster's topic in California

   I would like to think so, considering that the ABSN is supposed to be more competitive than the BSN program.

2. How to get into a BSN Nursing Program in Bay Area?

   smiley616 replied to abbster's topic in California

   It doesn't hurt to apply when you some have pre-reqs in progress. Some of my peers got accepted into the Samuel Merritt ABSN program with 3 pre-reqs in progress, so it's definitely possible to get into the program while you have pre-reqs in progress....

3. What was your GPA when you got accepted?

   smiley616 replied to __patiently_waiting's topic in Pre-Nursing

   My gpa (science, pre-req, previous degree, overall) was about 3.5-3.6 when I got accepted! When I first came on this forum, I was very discouraged by the high gpas, but don't fret. There are schools that look at your overall application and not just ...

4. Samuel Merritt ABSN Summer 2013

   smiley616 replied to kmleonard4's topic in California

5. Samuel Merritt ABSN Summer 2013

   smiley616 replied to kmleonard4's topic in California

   Where are you from? I took my CPR class from Safety Training for $80 in sf. They have multiple locations. But it sounds like Brandie got a really good deal!

6. Samuel Merritt ABSN Summer 2013

   smiley616 replied to kmleonard4's topic in California

   I read 03/21 as a date. If you are #3, I think you have a great shot!

7. Samuel Merritt ABSN Summer 2013

   smiley616 replied to kmleonard4's topic in California

   What number are you on the waitlist? From past cohorts, it looks like waitlisters have a good chance on getting in! Don't give up hope!!

8. Transfer from UC to Nursing School ?

   smiley616 replied to orchids1129's topic in California

   Since you're supposed to send in your transcripts to them, they will see if you had failed a class. Some nursing schools require a B- or higher in a pre-req. Some schools will average the 2 grades, some schools will look at the most recent grade you ...

9. Samuel Merritt ABSN Summer 2013

   smiley616 replied to kmleonard4's topic in California

   tlsmith29, I applied to the San Mateo campus. It seems like they are notifying the San Mateo applicants. Not sure why though...since Oakland starts before the San Mateo one.

10. Samuel Merritt ABSN Summer 2013

    smiley616 replied to kmleonard4's topic in California

    I received my acceptance email at 2 in the morning. I am excited to meet you all and so glad that the wait is over. I wish the best to those who haven't heard back yet!

11. Samuel Merritt ABSN Summer 2013

    smiley616 replied to kmleonard4's topic in California

    Looking through last year's thread for the San Mateo cohort, applicants heard on 3/22. They received calls during the evening time? They may notify us in the evening, so keep your ears peeled!

12. Samuel Merritt ABSN Summer 2013

    smiley616 replied to kmleonard4's topic in California

    No word yet... We might as well enjoy the weekend! I really hope we receive good news next week.

13. Anatomy and Physio online. CA

    smiley616 replied to janiney77's topic in Pre-Nursing

    It's a hybrid course so it does have in-class labs and such. I would think that most nursing schools would accept it, but then again, some nursing schools may have a different take on what's an appropriate course. I think they usually specify if they...

14. Samuel Merritt ABSN Summer 2013

    smiley616 replied to kmleonard4's topic in California

    I hope those who applied to ABSN Oakland hear soon! That way...they can move onto San Mateo :)

15. Anatomy and Physio online. CA

    smiley616 replied to janiney77's topic in Pre-Nursing

    I definitely understand how hard it is to get into anatomy/physiology classes. It's a never-ending waitlist! Samuel Merritt offers anatomy & physiology but it's sorta of pricy though ($500+/unit). It's a hybrid class meaning that you'll meet for ...