I was looking for a post for the Entry-Level BSN program for Winter 2016 at Nova and I couldn't find one, so I decided to make one where we could all get in contact to discuss and share our experience, tips, thoughts and questions on this journey !
So, I guess I'll begin with mine!! I originally began my application to Nova April 30th (kind of late considering their deadline for registration was June 1st) for the Fall Semester. After I submitted both my nursingCAS and the NSU application, it took about 2 weeks to receive a response. I got my email for the interview May 19th. I immediately registered for an interview (June 4th, tomorrow!!!) and began to prepare.
I called Nova, to see if I could get some feedback as to what I could use to study from, or if there was any specific book I could purchase. The girl who I spoke to kindly informed me that there was no specific study guide and that the test would be based on previous knowledge from my prerequisites. With that being said, I immediately started googling and finding out as much information as possible about the Exam and the interview process (where I came to find this website that has genuinely helped me so much with gathering info). I then purchased the "Nursing School Entrance Exams" Kaplan book through Amazon, which cost me around $20, and began to study from that. I can' t tell you guys yet if that worked for me or not since we don't know the exact material of the exam and I hadn't taken the exam yet, but I'll make sure to come back and let you guys know how it went!
I received a call last week on Friday, that there were no more available seats for the Fall Term 2015. The girl I spoke to advised me to still present myself to the interview and take the exam. She also told me that the application could be moved to the Winter Term and that way I don't have to apply all over again and go through the same process. So, that's what I plan on doing.
I am so nervous for the exam more than anything, since I don't know what to expect, but I am trying to stay positive.
Good luck to all the new applicants for Winter Term and those that are on the same boat as me. Hopefully we are all together soon in the BSN program at NSU!!!!!!!
Hi guys!! Congrats to all that have been accepted I just had my exam and now I'm waiting for my interview. I'm a bit worried because I scored kind of low on the Kaplan a 75... can any of you hat got accepted already tell me what were your scores on the exam?? It would somewhat ease my anxiety!! Lol
Hi guys!! Congrats to all that have been accepted I just had my exam and now I'm waiting for my interview. I'm a bit worried because I scored kind of low on the Kaplan a 75... can any of you hat got accepted already tell me what were your scores on the exam?? It would somewhat ease my anxiety!! Lol
CamiNP you scored good do not worry! Not low at all!! I scored a 70 on the Kaplan! Good luck on your interview !!!!!!
75 is a great score, I wouldn't worry about it so much just prepare for the interview try to be yourself and be confident answering the questions! Very important to dress professionally!! Impress them they already considered your application so just show them all your potential
So....I had my interview and Kaplan exam today and I feel that I did well. :) We began with the essay, which was super easy in my opinion. Next was the Kaplan...I got a 67 in Math, 75 in Science, 76 in Writing and an 86 in Reading. My overall score was 76%. The test was not that hard, I think my nerves got the best of me while doing the Math section, which was obviously reflected in my score. I recommend trying to stay calm to perform better. You have more than enough time to complete each section. After that, we all had a break and had lunch. At 1:30 we got together again for the tour, then after that the interviews began. We were a group of seven today, and interviews were done one by one, which I preferred over the group interviews. I had two people in the room interviewing me. My advice here is to be yourself and answer all questions honestly and calmly. Let your personality shine through :)
We were told to wait about two weeks to receive an answer. I can't wait!
Luisa I had my Kaplan yesterday too are you sure you had yours with our group? Cause we took the essay after the exam and before the interview.. lol but yeah congrats on your score. I'm one point below you haha
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Hi guys!! Congrats to all that have been accepted I just had my exam and now I'm waiting for my interview. I'm a bit worried because I scored kind of low on the Kaplan a 75... can any of you hat got accepted already tell me what were your scores on the exam?? It would somewhat ease my anxiety!! Lol