Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants?

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Hello all,

I just wanted to start a thread for the Jefferson FACT 2008 applicants. First, I want to say that the Jefferson application process is fabulous. Keep in mind that I live in Philadelphia. I submitted the online application last Sunday night and mailed my application materials (i.e. transcripts, recommendations, etc) on Monday. They were signed for by Tuesday, then Wednesday I recieved a notice saying they are still waiting for the materials I sent. I, of course, called Jefferson on Thursday, and they confirmed having my application materials but had not put them in the system. By Friday, I received an email requesting an interview and an attachment in an Excel file listing all my coursework, a breakdown of my overall GPA, Science GPA, and Prerequisite GPA. They also highlighted the courses I had not completed yet. Needless to say, I am impressed with their organization.

Is anyone else applying the Jefferson FACT or even the APW program? Has anyone interviewed for the FACT program? Any advice on the interview or pogram would be great.

It seemed like they look at the prerequsite GPA and what they call your science GPA more than your overall. So if you're good with the prereqs, that might be enough! I'm sure your GRE score will help as well! Mine wasn't that high and I was accepted. (I didn't do any prep at all). Good luck... let us know how everything goes!

hi people! i am currently applying for the FACT program at Jeff, I hope I get in. Would any of you be able to give me a good guage if I can get in since some of you have already been accepted?!? I really appreciate it

I have a low undergrad gpa 2.5ish

I got A's in all my pre-req's (A&P 1/2, Micorbio, Nutrition etc)

I have a 1300 GRE score

I really hope i have a shot but I hope my undergrad GPA doesn't do me in..

What do you guys think? Please help!

So I went and had my interview with Danielle yesterday, which was really laid back. I thought the interview went well and I got back into denver yesterday and saw that she had already sent my acceptance email. So, I guess I have to make a big decision here in the next month!

For the above poster, I did not have to submit GRE scores (thank God) but I think that having a higher GRE score, and good grades in the prerequisites could offset the low overall GPA. They put your grades into a spreadsheet and separate them into science GPA and overall GPA. And like Jersey said, I think the science GPA is more important. Did you alreay apply for the 2008 May start?

Scott

Nova--It looks like you have an excellent shot to me. You have nothing to worry about.

Coopsc-- Congratulations!!! I know what you mean about deciding. I'm still waiting to hear back from some other schools.

Congrats Scott!! Let us know what you decide. Fortunately, Jeff was the only school I applied to so I'm not waiting on others. I looked at soo many, but I was really picky... I wanted both the BSN and MSN and I wanted to do it as fast as possible, and Jeff definitely offered that. Maybe that's short-sighted, but oh well...

Random question.. has anyone asked for a more detailed curriculum? Like how the summer semester will work, day-to-day? Danielle was telling me about it during the interview but I was flooded with so much information and also trying to make sure I presented myself well and what not. I wish I could get a better feel for what our life is going to be like in that rigorous year!

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Has anyone applied recently? How long for an interview after your application is complete? I want to apply, but since they accept on a rolling basis I don't want to take the time to submit everything if there aren't any spots left! Also, to the accepted students..do you mind posting what your gpa was?

Hey Blondi, I am not sure what the deadline is for the summer 08' start. You could call the school and see if the application process is still open. I actually interviewed last Friday and they offered me a spot, so maybe there are other seats available? The application process at TJU is pretty easy and as other people have mentioned earlier, I was impressed at how easy it was. Also, Danielle in the admissions office is great. As far as GPA goes, I think mine was 3.5ish and I did not submit GRE scores. Good luck to you and let me know if you have any other questions with the application process.

SC

Hi Blondi - I submitted my application in November but they did not review it until after my fall grades were in ( I was in the process of completing two of my pre-requisites) once my grades were in I was given an interview slot that week and I was told in my interview I was accepted. All in all I think the whole application/interview process is pretty swift - I think they try to give you an answer as soon as possible so you can prepare. My bachelors and masters combined gpa was a 3.8. She didn't mention to me whether or not the program was full but I'm sure if you call the admissions office and ask if they have filled the class they might give you a better idea. Good Luck!!! :)

Has anyone applied recently? How long for an interview after your application is complete? I want to apply, but since they accept on a rolling basis I don't want to take the time to submit everything if there aren't any spots left! Also, to the accepted students..do you mind posting what your gpa was?

A classmate of mine interviewed this week and was offered admission. They told her that there were about 7 spots left for FACT. Apply ASAP anyway because, some people may not except the offer.

Hello! I am also starting at Jeff in May. I was sitting here searching the internet for scholarships (with pretty much no luck) and came across this forum. I am so excited to start and get out of the accounting world forever. Is anyone else going to the accepted student event they are having on the 23rd?

Haha I'm always searching for scholarships on here!! It's always the same deal though.. this one sounds great, oh wait, not eligible, not so great after all, too competitive, etc... I will be attending the reception on the 23rd. I'm also going to some financial session there this Sat. Great to hear of another FACT'08-er!

p.s. Let me know if you do find any good scholarships! I haven't quite given up yet!

Hey! ME tooo i am also going to be attending jeff in may! i am new to this website--i just signed up a few minutes ago and I am already finding it to be helpful :)

Hey Char! I have found this website to be great. If you search for other Fact forums you can find so much stuff from other students who have already gone through/ currently going through the program at Jeff.

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