Oakland University - ABSN GPA Question

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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?

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.

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!!

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.

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.

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