This is a new thread for anyone that has applied to the Mount St. Mary's College Accelerated BSN program in Los Angeles for 2010 entry.
This is my second application for admission since I wasn't offered admission for Fall 2009. Did anyone hear anything back yet for Spring 2010? Is there an interview process? I have read conflicting information on this topic. I also applied to Samuel Merritt in the Bay Area (also turned down twice to 2 programs for Fall 2009 entry). They wont be sending out admission offers until February for March start dates!! Would love to hear from fellow nursing school hopefuls )
Don't worry, everybody! **YES** this will be a rigorous program. . .but if we all bond together. . .and focus, and help each other. . .WE CAN DO IT!!!! :) The blood, sweat and tears will be worth it. We will be MSMC GRADS!!!! :) :) :)
Let's cross our fingers until the letters go out next week.
For our cohort there were a total of 40 spots. I think for our cohort they offered admission to 43-46 people b/c there was a few at orientation that were not in class the first day. So far, one person dropped out the first week due to family reasons so we have 39. They may actually accept a few more b/c they expect a few to drop last minute.
As for interviewing clothes, wear business casual and you will be fine. I wore black dress pants and a button down shirt with close toed shoes and my hair was up. I dressed like I would for any business/corporate interview. Dark colors are always best and hair back so it's neat. I wouldn't get all crazy over what you are wearing, as long as you are professional looking. And no skinny jeans I think the most important thing is how you come across verbally. That means being prepared so you are comfortable and being yourself. For the person that said they didn't think the interviewer liked them for being real, I would suspect you are over-analyzing or being a bit negative b/c you are nervous. MSM's has a very supportive team of people working for them. The reason they interview is to find the people that will fit perfectly into the next cohort. It's a small group of people. You are with these people well over 40 hours a week for one full year. It's important they attempt to gather a group that is compatible with each other. Your cohort will become your family.
As for the math test, take one day at a time. First get the acceptance letter. Once you pay a deposit and get the packet, there will be a math test prep packet in there to answer all your questions. And like Rocky said, you really have nothing to worry about. Like I said, MSM's is very supportive, once you are part of the family, they will do everything they can to help you out.
Bnice74~ What did you think of the math test? Rocky16 thought it was fairly easy. She said there were a lot of fraction conversions, percent q's, ratios and decimals. Do you remember a lot of algebra being presented on the test?
Also--to *all* of the current MSMC ABSN students who are responding to these posts...THANK YOU!!! :)
You make all of us on the "other side" feel better. Looks like you'll all be our Big Sisters as we venture this awesome journey!
Thanks for looking out for us. . . as we all look up to you:) :)
Has anybody heard statistics about how soon MSMC nursing students find jobs after graduation? I've read some articles about how tough it is for new grad RN's to find jobs right now, and it makes me a little nervous. Don't mean to be a downer... just curious. :)
I haven't heard any statistics, but if there still aren't any new grad positions available, it may be a good idea to just get ANY job in a hospital for a few months. This way, you would be able to just transfer departments to become an rn. This is my plan for trying to get a job at Huntington memorial hospital after I graduate.
you can't use calculators for the math exam. a lot of people also thought it was fairly easy...the people who did "fail" only missed it by 1 question and ended up getting an 82% instead of the passing 84%.
anyway, im sure you all did great during your interview!!!!
Has anybody heard statistics about how soon MSMC nursing students find jobs after graduation? I've read some articles about how tough it is for new grad RN's to find jobs right now, and it makes me a little nervous. Don't mean to be a downer... just curious. :)
just think of it this way...a lot of hospitals are hiring people with a BSN only and not just an ADN. when you graduate from this program, you will have a BSN....a BSN from Mount St. Mary's College, which is a very reputable school.
Has anybody heard statistics about how soon MSMC nursing students find jobs after graduation? I've read some articles about how tough it is for new grad RN's to find jobs right now, and it makes me a little nervous. Don't mean to be a downer... just curious. :)
The best way to get a job is to go back to where you did your training. Have someone write you a recommendation and then apply. That is how most of my friends got their job. Also, if you are wanting to work somewhere closer to home, still get the letter and maybe a few more from various people and submit them with your application. Hope this helps!
And just to let you know, MSMC grads have a better chance at getting hired because of their reputation. That is why I want to go there so badly. They know what they are getting and the hard work you had to put in to get there.
rocky16....Thanks Babe! Did you take the TEAS? If so, is it any harder than that? I am pretty good with math, just stink at converting fractions and vice versa without a calculator because it take a long time when they are complex.
I haven't heard any statistics, but if there still aren't any new grad positions available, it may be a good idea to just get ANY job in a hospital for a few months. This way, you would be able to just transfer departments to become an rn. This is my plan for trying to get a job at Huntington memorial hospital after I graduate.
Pauli, you need to make sure you go in your skinny jeans with a nice white "TIGHT" T-shirt and they will hire you on the spot! You will be so hot they won't be able to resist you...LOL!
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All math sucks if you are not a math person. Just practice the questions they give you and do the best you can - that is all you can do. There is no sense to stress over it b/c if you do "fail" you have to go to a tutor, on campus, and retake the test and you will pass. I thought the TEAS was much more stressful than MSM's math test. Really, the test is basic math (which I am not a fan of, at all!!) and I passed (by 2 points!!) You will get a practice test weeks before you actually take it. Instead of spending energy stressing over the math test, use that energy to prepare for it, when you get your packet - which will not come until you pay a tuition deposit.
As for the person that told you she lost her life for a year when she was in the ABSN program - if you get in, you WILL most def lose your life for a year. I am only in week 4 and I have already had few mini-breakdowns. It's not so much the content of the program, it's the pace that gets to you. I remember someone in the program told me that before I started and I can see why now that I am in it. And from what I understand, I am in the most manageable term of the program!! When people say you will live and breath the program, believe that. It's approx 43 hours a week of class and clinicals. That does not count the commuting time, homework, reading, preparation, or sleeping. It will be a very long year. But in the end it will be worth it. Enjoy your time off before you begin this wild ride!!
Good luck to all of you. Positive thoughts that you will get acceptance letters soon.
Wow, i missed a lot by not checking in after I checked out yesterday.
jje - Can't wait to meet you again, then. I am not doing another rotation at Cedars. I've been volunteering there since Nov 08 and now will start at Venice Family Clinic next Friday where I'll be allowed to actually care for patients and practice doing bp, temp and full assessments as well as taking history. I really need to learn Spanish!
I took Drug Calculations this semester a SMC, so hopefully I'll be ready for the math test, but will definitely be pouring over the practice exam. Still need to get this Taylor class done as well. Has anyone gotten papers graded yet by this new professor?
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I think the most important thing is how you come across verbally. That means being prepared so you are comfortable and being yourself. For the person that said they didn't think the interviewer liked them for being real, I would suspect you are over-analyzing or being a bit negative b/c you are nervous. MSM's has a very supportive team of people working for them. The reason they interview is to find the people that will fit perfectly into the next cohort. It's a small group of people. You are with these people well over 40 hours a week for one full year. It's important they attempt to gather a group that is compatible with each other. Your cohort will become your family. 
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Don't worry, everybody! **YES** this will be a rigorous program. . .but if we all bond together. . .and focus, and help each other. . .WE CAN DO IT!!!! :) The blood, sweat and tears will be worth it. We will be MSMC GRADS!!!! :) :) :)
Let's cross our fingers until the letters go out next week.
I have faith in you all!
~HUGS~