Oakland University - ABSN GPA Question

[LSMM]

I have completed my prereqs required for the accelerated BSN program at Oakland University. I ended up with a 3.3 overall average (lowest grade in one class is 3.1). I am concerned that this may not be good enough to get into the program. Is there anyone out there that can help ease my mind?

[xadunzo]

My undergrad gpa was a 3.4. Prereqs were a 3.5. I had zero experience. I talked to the former director of the program and she told me that as long as you have over a 3.0, they don't even look at your gpa. I had a 2.5 in anatomy/physio. I don't think you're in too bad of shape. I had some other science classes that may have helped me though. From my first degree, I took orgo 1 and 2 as well as gen chem 1 and 2. They may do this automatically now, they may reconfigure your gpa if you have additional classes. For example, I had a 3.0 in organic chemistry 1 and a 3.5 in organic chemistry 2. Initially, they only used my first organic grade. After talking to ------------, they took the average. Hope this helps appease your anxiety. Let me know if you have any other questions.

[ejcl68]

Hi, I disagree a little - GPA does matter. I have heard of 3.5's & 3.6's not get in the program. Likely it was other things that did them in but grades matter since it predicts success in the program. As a matter of fact, the adviser mentioned they do deny 4.0 students and admit 3.2 students here and there. I do think Oakland takes a holistic approach to their application process(which to me is the best way to do it). My GPA was higher than yours but I believe my volunteer experience at a hospital, nurse assistant course, and interview made the difference. I think your GPA will be o.k. but try to get some volunteer experience, be passionate in your goal statement and interview well to make yourself stand out. They get quite a few applicants so you want to make yourself shine amongst the crowd.

I have been very impressed with Oakland and the admissions process - more so than any other school I applied to. I think you will love the process as well. Good luck!!

[xadunzo]

Yes, EJCL is right. I mixed up two independent conversations. As long as your gpa is over a 3.0, you have a shot. Grades are looked at but they also look at other things such as university credits, previous healthcare experience, goal statement, interview process, and previous degree. Sorry for the mix up.

[ejcl68]

Also, Oakland raised the min. GPA to 3.2 overall for September 2010 or after. So I think they are emphasizing grades even more so now. Best of luck to you.