I was just notified a few days ago of receiving the opportunity to be interviewed for the next upcoming class of Accelerated Second Degree Nursing students at OU. As I was researching tonight I came upon a few threads from previous interviewees. So I thought the group of us going through this exciting and nerve wrecking process can keep in touch and go through it together. I am interviewing on July 14 and am very nervous . I want to be thoroughly prepared. As I was reading the posts I noticed some people mentioned an essay. I was not informed of any essay that had to be written at the interview. Has the interview process changed and have they stopped requiring candidates to write an essay? In my email notification of my interview all they told me was that the interview would be about 20 minutes long. If anyone has any valuable information and advice I would greatly appreciate it.
Have a great night and enjoy the weekend! The weather has been beautiful! :)
Glad to have found you all! And it sounds as if everyone's interview went well. I had the first interview of the July session last week and I feel like it went well, also. I had actually already been through this before. I was accepted the first time around and was supposed to start this past January. Then life got in the way and I had to give up my spot. To get back in, I had to reapply and reinterview, so I'm hoping to be accepted again (it would be horrible if I wasn't accepted this time and I was last time!).
I look forward to hearing good news from you all in the next couple of weeks and getting to know you all better as we get ready to start this craziness!
Hi everyone, I am in the program and love it. The goal statement and interview are key. I would just recommend being yourself and selling yourself. My interview was 25 minutes. It all depends on who you interview with. I felt very comfortable but you definitely don't want to sound like you are unsure. They only want committed people who can handle the pressure of a tough program and profession. This program is difficult and you must be sure it's for you. Good luck to all!!
I thought it was interesting that I was not asked specifically about my goal statement or GPA. Was anyone asked about what they wrote in their goal statement?
Today is the last day of interviews so we should hear something a couple weeks!!!
Last time I interviewed, we talked about my goal statement quite a bit. This time it was mentioned in passing just to basically say he had read it and my goals seemed to be in line with those of the program. My GPA was never discussed either time (and I'm very proud of mine, so it would have been something I'd have liked them to acknowledge).
After today, all that's left is for them to make their decisions and let us know. Good luck!
Thanks for the quick reply! Yes I am proud of my GPA as well (I worked very hard for it) so I thought that would be something they would mention, I guess that goes to show they are looking for a well rounded student not just a 4.0 GPA. But I read your previous post that you got in last time so you should not have any problems this time around. Good luck to everyone as well.:)
Momof4 - How old are your kids? I also have four (ages 14, 12, 9 and 5) and that's what makes me most nervous. I know it's doable - I have several friends that have been through it. But it's going to be tough! Still, I can't wait to get started!
Right now at this moment I have three (9, 4, & 2) my 4th is due Aug 2.
I know we both can do it, the key us having a schedule for home and study...and having a good support a good support system too. Besides it is only one year...we can get through it. ;-)
Well congrats on your new baby! Four is great - once you're outnumbered by 3, it just doesn't seem to matter anymore! :) And you're right. It's one year and we will not only get through it, but excel as we will have to be doubly organized! I can't wait!
I also can't wait to get a letter in the mail. I did this last time, too. There's no way it's going to be out there, but I am already getting a little somersault in my stomach every time I go to the mailbox...
I know what you mean, especially now that interviews are over. I find myself checking the mail, even though I know it is too soon. We will all be getting news soon. ;-)
. I want to be thoroughly prepared. As I was reading the posts I noticed some people mentioned an essay. I was not informed of any essay that had to be written at the interview. Has the interview process changed and have they stopped requiring candidates to write an essay? In my email notification of my interview all they told me was that the interview would be about 20 minutes long. If anyone has any valuable information and advice I would greatly appreciate it.
Momof4_2011
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Please update this thread when you start receiving your acceptance letters...I will do the same. ;-)