lobo92
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@FitnessNurse I think those of us who received acceptances interviewed in the first week that interviews were available. I interviewed October 30th and received my acceptance yesterday. When did you interview? The email they sent out regarding the delay also mentioned that acceptances would begin mid-January and would continue until the end of the month. Maybe they're doing it that way? Hope that makes you feel a bit better!
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@NurseKote the deadline was extended to January 31st so that's a pretty significant amount of time if you get started now. Typically they don't allow you to take the TEAS more than twice in one admissions cycle. TEAS are only sent to school's that you choose. I would call Downstate's admissions office and speak with them to be sure, but I think it's definitely worth a shot.
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@adkhopeful2 Stony Brook is my top choice due to location and duration of the program. I'm from Nassau County and ideally I would like to work at a hospital on Long Island in the future. Stony Brook's program has more Long Island based clinical locations, whereas Downstate is primarily Brooklyn/NYC. The commute would be easier for me as well. I'd much rather drive and commute east than take the train and commute west. I used to work in Manhattan so I already despise the LIRR and will avoid at all costs. Additionally, Stony Brook is 12 months as opposed to Downstate's 15 months. Granted it's only a 3 month difference, but for me the sooner the better. These are both exceptional programs so I think choosing one over the other is more of a personal preference over anything else!
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@NurseDan that's so bizarre! I have a feeling they will reach out to you, it would be shocking for them not to with your grades and test scores. I noticed you're in the Stony Brook thread as well so hopefully we hear back from them soon! I'm still checking my email religiously even though they told us about the delay ?
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@NurseDan when did you submit your application? I'm wondering if they're processing applications based on when they received them. You and I have very similar credentials, but I submitted my application in very early September. Perhaps that could be a reason why, especially since they extended the deadline.
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On the undergraduate admissions website it says: "The Office of Undergraduate Admissions will be closed between December 25 and January 1. The Office will reopen on January 2." I'm assuming this pertains to the nursing school as well. I was hoping to hear something today but it looks like that's off the table ?
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I got an 87% on my TEAS - 94% math, 92% english, 78% science (2 points under their "preferred" score but they still took it!) @LizzyHal nothing that will trip you up, basics like "why do you want to be a nurse, what qualities would make you a good nurse" etc. But also be prepared for questions that ask about a weakness or a time that was difficult. The questions aren't meant to trick you I felt like they genuinely just wanted to get a feel for you and get to know you better!
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The interview was very laid back, nothing to worry about just be yourself! The two women I interviewed with were great, they definitely make you feel comfortable and not like they're out to get you. There were two other candidates in my interview and we take turns answering questions. You do not answer the same questions as everyone else. What I also really liked about the interview was that they take your personal statement into account. I wrote about my experience teaching in Thailand and was surprised when they asked me more about that during the interview. To me, that means they take the time to really look into their candidates. The writing sample is not done on a computer so make sure you bring a pen/pencil. It's a short writing prompt. My stats are 3.57 undergrad GPA and 4.0 pre-req GPA. No prior healthcare experience, I graduated with my first bachelors in communications and journalism. Hope this helps!
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