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  1. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 posted a topic in School, College Programs

    Hi there! I will be applying to UMass Amherst for the Aug 2018 entering class. I wanted to start a thread for any prospective applicants. Feel free to discuss anything! Hopefully we can all help each...

  2. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    4.0 prerequisites - they only consider the prerequisite

  3. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    I said "most students" Of course there are other factors: essay/experience/rec- I'm not discounting experience. All things being equal, they'd look at the other factors to determine if you get a...

  4. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    They don't look at or care about undergrad GPA. They only consider the prerequisite GPA. Like you said, you had a 4.0. I asked admissions about this and they basically admitted as such. Most students...

  5. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    @Rachel9- I had a 4.0, 10+ years taking care of a child with special needs (commensurate with LPN duties), and I know my A&P professor wrote me a great rec. Honestly I don't think they care as...

  6. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    Thanks for the feedback!

  7. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    Hey everyone - congrats to those who got in and good luck to those waitlisted! I wanted to get some honest feedback regarding the Welcome reception. Do you guys think it would be weird for my mom to...

  8. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    Just got the email -

  9. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    Yes,

  10. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    I just called the admissions office and the person I spoke to said all decisions: accepted/denied/waitlisted will go out tomorrow. Good luck

  11. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    @ Rondo - I know, right? I'm brown and this icon is not working out at all hahaha. I agree with you re: GPA/stats. I imagine that will be more useful when decisions are out and for anyone who was...

  12. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    I went through the posts from 2015, 2016, and 2017 and it seems the first batch of accepted students received (physical) mailed notice on Feb 28 and then others received an email on March 1 with the...

  13. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    They send out notice to waitlisted

  14. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    One week, everyone! I am so nervous. If you get in, what would you do about housing? I know very little about the Springfield

  15. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2017

    mickey0391 replied to Asiyah.futurern's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi Shamadi - I still cannot private message (they only allow that if you most at least 15 times). Would you still recommend this program to others? Do you feel on track to be prepared for the NCLEX?...

  16. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi Kenzie - you and I have similar backgrounds. I also worked really hard on the prereqs while working full time as part of an academic "redemption". Luckily, UMass Amhert ABSN only looks at the...

  17. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2017

    mickey0391 replied to Asiyah.futurern's topic in School, College Programs

    Hello shamadi, I wanted to direct message you but I am not active enough to be allowed to do that. How is the program going so far? Do you believe the program is organized? I applied and am...

  18. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi all, While we wait for the admissions committee, I wanted to get to know the people who applied to this program (hey we may be future colleagues :) ) Mind sharing why you decided to apply to this...

  19. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    Hello everyone, I received the application complete email last Friday. They send out updates every Tuesday and Friday. The Jan 15 deadline is strict for the application. Feb 1 is just additional time...

  20. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    It seems like they are really cutting down on the application steps. I remember last year there were 2 recommendations and an interview. Now it's 1 rec and no interview (from what I've heard). I...

  21. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi there - follow the instructions on the actual recommendation form. My letter was sent to the cpe admissions email and they replied very quickly to acknowledge receipt. Upload your essay and resume...

  22. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    I just finished Micro and A&P II as well! That was a fun semester lol. From what I have read, they only look at prereq grades (3.0 minimum in prereq GPA). Is that your understanding as

  23. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2018

    mickey0391 replied to mickey0391's topic in School, College Programs

    Apparently they changed the # of recs needed. There were always 2 required recs and now it seems there is only 1 that is

  24. ABSN UMASS Amherst 2017

    mickey0391 replied to Asiyah.futurern's topic in School, College Programs

    Hi Everyone, Future UMass Amherst ABSN applicant here (will be applying for 2018's entering class). The website states: Applicants must have completed all prerequisite courses with a grade of C or...