wonkknow

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1. UBC BSN September 2017

   wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

   Interesting. I think I understand the logic behind that policy. It could undermine a collaborative learning environment and foster competition among students that could easily turn negative. In that respect, I support the policy.

2. UBC BSN September 2017

   wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

   Hi nursingbc21, Didn't you apply this year? I might be confused. For those of us who didn't get in, they gave us a breakdown of how we ranked by quartile (I hope I'm using that word correctly) in our rejection email. I'm not sure if those who were ac...

3. UBC BSN September 2017

   wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

   Hi Tenfour, I would suggest you speak with an admissions counselor in the fall they will give you hints - their email is in your rejection letter. There are lots of ways you can improve your supplemental, some really good tips have already been share...

4. UBC BSN September 2017

   wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

   Meowth, the admissions adviser can answer that type of question for you, so make sure you get in touch with them sometime in the summer. IIRC I think I was told I'd have to take at least 5 classes and get A's in them to make any dent in my GPA in the...

5. UBC BSN September 2017

   wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

   I don't know how good or terrible an idea this is; but would anyone who didn't get accepted like to keep in touch? Maybe we could give each other ideas how to improve our chances, share info and just generally support one another. If anyone's interes...

6. UBC BSN September 2017

   wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

   Hi d.j., I've a TON of volunteering experience - and have been doing it since 2013. So much so that I've had to pick and chose the activities/roles to enter on my application. I've no healthcare related work experience - I was a designer. My interest...

7. UBC BSN September 2017

   wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

   Thank you.

8. UBC BSN September 2017

   wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

   Congrats tdmah and to everyone who got accepted! Happy studying!

9. UBC BSN September 2017

   wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

   Hey everyone, I just got my rejection letter too. I knew casper borked me over. My admission rank was 3 (top 75%). Same as last year. My supplemental rank was 1 (top 25%). Last year it was 2 (top 50%) My casper rank was 4 (bottom 25%). I knew how I ...

10. UBC BSN September 2017

    wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

    I agree with to-be-nurse; you're going to be spending a ton of money on education in the next few years, the deposit to extend your decision time would be worth it. Also, you have TWO other acceptances already?! I thought it was just U of T. You won...

11. UBC BSN September 2017

    wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

    That's a good idea! Even for those of us currently planning to live on-campus, this would be a good backup. Thanks for the info lindsayn! You're totally right about not thinking 1000 steps ahead... I was just forced to think about it since I'm not ...

12. UBC BSN September 2017

    wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

    Not only that, but in the previous university I attended, there are time restrictions! They stop serving dinner at 8pm or 9pm! I'm just thinking to myself what if I come back late from a placement and they close the cafeteria? LOL. Despite all that, ...

13. UBC BSN September 2017

    wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

    Woah! You're organized! If I got a fully furnished apartment, that'd be the way to go for sure! Also thanks for the numbers, that sounds reasonable for a family. Hopefully dividing your numbers by 2 is a close enough estimate of the cost for 1 person...

14. UBC BSN September 2017

    wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

    Thanks for the info! That'll give me a start where to look. I'm going to have to start exploring. Wish I could afford a trip to Vancouver just to explore where locals shop and eat!

15. UBC BSN September 2017

    wonkknow replied to tdmah's topic in School Programs

    Wow that sounds like a sweet setup! If you don't mind me asking, do you cook or eat out mostly? Whats the cost of food over there?