OSU Grad Entry 2018

missminac · Nov 5, 2017

No problem!! I've seen previous threads and they helped me a lot as i was considering this program so I figured starting one for the cohort I'm actually applying to would be extremely helpful! In regards to UC, they have a grad entry MSN program, but it's only MSN and then walk out as a masters prepared nurse generalist, not a nurse practitioner.

Jesspepp · Nov 6, 2017

Does anyone know if after the first year the curriculum can be completed online (other than clinical) since there are preceptors everywhere? The website makes it sound this way, but I'm unsure if it's only for the traditional entry students as it does not specify!

missminac · Nov 6, 2017

Does anyone know if after the first year the curriculum can be completed online (other than clinical) since there are preceptors everywhere? The website makes it sound this way, but I'm unsure if it's only for the traditional entry students as it does not specify!

I'm pretty sure for grad entry students, they make you complete the entire thing in person. I'm sure after the program you could do online post masters certifications. I know at Case Western you can complete the masters portion long distance

Jesspepp · Nov 6, 2017

Awesome! That's what I figured. I'm just already looking into apartments and things like that (really prematurely), and I wasn't sure how that was going to work. :)

missminac · Nov 6, 2017

I'm looking for 2 roomies FYI!! Any girl that get accepted, let's talk !!

reirogue · Nov 7, 2017

I'm looking for 2 roomies FYI!! Any girl that get accepted, let's talk !!

I might be interested if I get in :)

PICARESQUEX · Nov 7, 2017

As someone already said, I believe that for grad entry, no portion of the program is online. However, my friend did an Accelerated BSN program at UC and then applied to OSU as a traditional student so that she could complete the program online while still working.

buckeyekh · Nov 13, 2017

Out of curiosity, what did your applications look like? Are you guys seniors or have you been working in the field?

I'm a BA in Psychology with a 3.75 GPA. I have so far taken Advanced Anatomy, Human Nutrition, and Microbiology with A's and B+'s. I also took the Anatomy Dissection course. I felt like my personal statement was really strong, and I had 2 really good letters (the third one was very positive but the writer isn't a native English speaker and it showed.)

I have lots of medical volunteer positions, including in the NICU and a 2 month independent trip to Africa, but they are all very recent. My biggest worry is that I don't have any actual work in the field or long-term experience. I just feel like I have a weak resume. What about you guys?

I looked at the thread from last year and most people got a decision on December 20th, with a couple in the following days. I'm so nervous, I want to get accepted more than anything. Based on the stats people said they had last year, it seems pretty random, and people said a lot of emphasis is put on the personal statement, and not so much on GPA.

PICARESQUEX · Nov 14, 2017

Out of curiosity, what did your applications look like? Are you guys seniors or have you been working in the field?
I'm a BA in Psychology with a 3.75 GPA. I have so far taken Advanced Anatomy, Human Nutrition, and Microbiology with A's and B+'s. I also took the Anatomy Dissection course. I felt like my personal statement was really strong, and I had 2 really good letters (the third one was very positive but the writer isn't a native English speaker and it showed.)
I have lots of medical volunteer positions, including in the NICU and a 2 month independent trip to Africa, but they are all very recent. My biggest worry is that I don't have any actual work in the field or long-term experience. I just feel like I have a weak resume. What about you guys?
I looked at the thread from last year and most people got a decision on December 20th, with a couple in the following days. I'm so nervous, I want to get accepted more than anything. Based on the stats people said they had last year, it seems pretty random, and people said a lot of emphasis is put on the personal statement, and not so much on GPA.

Sounds like you have a strong application! I would like to say not to worry but I know that is easier said than done-- I am in the same anxious boat. The waiting game is tough. What specialty did you apply to? As for my stats, I had a 3.6 undergrad GPA. I finished all Pre-reqs with A's and B's. I have been working in a local hospital since graduating approximately 3 years ago. I had three (hopefully) strong academic reference. I opted out of reading their letters but I asked them because I was confident they'd say good things! I've done some community volunteering over the years, as well. I spent a great deal of time on my personal statement. I am really hoping it was all enough too!

From what I remember from the info sessions, your application is weighted- 25% personal statement, 25% resume, 25% reference letters and 25% GPA (curious as to how the interview plays into this? I don't remember them saying how heavily weighted the interview was!) It does seem that they REALLY emphasized the importance of a good personal statement, though. I really wouldn't worry too much about having relatable experience. With it being graduate entry, people come from a wide variety of backgrounds. They actually said in the info sessions that a lot of students don't come from any sort of healthcare background. Fingers crossed for all of us! :)

pehankin · Nov 14, 2017

Out of curiosity, what did your applications look like? Are you guys seniors or have you been working in the field?
I'm a BA in Psychology with a 3.75 GPA. I have so far taken Advanced Anatomy, Human Nutrition, and Microbiology with A's and B+'s. I also took the Anatomy Dissection course. I felt like my personal statement was really strong, and I had 2 really good letters (the third one was very positive but the writer isn't a native English speaker and it showed.)
I have lots of medical volunteer positions, including in the NICU and a 2 month independent trip to Africa, but they are all very recent. My biggest worry is that I don't have any actual work in the field or long-term experience. I just feel like I have a weak resume. What about you guys?
I looked at the thread from last year and most people got a decision on December 20th, with a couple in the following days. I'm so nervous, I want to get accepted more than anything. Based on the stats people said they had last year, it seems pretty random, and people said a lot of emphasis is put on the personal statement, and not so much on GPA.

I'm a BS In Biology with a 3.4 GPA. I have taken Anatomy (A+) and Physiology (B), but will be taking Human Nutrition, Pharmacology and Microbiology next semester. My personal statement was really strong (I have always been a writer) and I had three amazing letters (they all let me see them, which was awesome!).

My most relevant experience would be that I am a certified EMT and have had a lot of shadowing experience with NP's and PA's.

I hope we hear back early December (that would be AWESOME!) but I bet it will come later next month. I'm always checking back like everyday to see if for some reason the decisions go out early!

buckeyekh · Nov 14, 2017

What specialty did you apply to?

I applied to the neonatal specialty! It doesn't have a lot of spots....but I don't think it has a lot of applicants either compared to the other specialties. But because of that, if for some reason there were just a few more applicants than usual, it would probably significantly decrease the acceptance rate.

raeli · Nov 14, 2017

Hey everyone! Quick question - I got accepted into an Accelerated BSN program starting in January 2018, but I have still applied to a few direct entry programs. Any thoughts on direct entry vs accelerated BSN? Pros/cons or any info from experience?