RACF

Hi all, Im a current student in UF's ABSN class of 2021 program and thought I would share my experience. I remember scouring this page multiple times a week...and then almost every day when acceptance letters were being given. So, I think it's only right for me to give ya'll some hope; especially those who feel they don't have a chance. My background: I received my BS from UF in a super random non-medical major, graduating with cum laude honors. I took all the necessary prerequisites and I honestly did mediocre. I was never one of those students that had years of volunteer experience; I only had very little from when I received my first degree. I worked in hospitality for nearly 12 years by the time I applied to UF, and so that was all my resume consisted of. That being said, I knew I was not a competitive applicant. I was EXTREMELY determined to get into UF so I made it my mission for almost a year to make myself the most competitive applicant I could. My Application Process: I met with a career counselor at UF multiple times. She was amazing. She instructed me that I needed massive amounts of volunteer hours, a competitive essay, an outstanding HESI score and amazing letters of recommendation. I started volunteering every week at two nonprofits, and also volunteered for random health-associated events. I used the HESI A2 Pocket Prep app on my phone and studied every day (I ended up receiving an 85). I also met with two different professors at UF to help me to edit my mini entrance essays and resume. I had letters of recommendation from individuals currently working at UF. I also received my BLS certification. My Acceptance: Acceptance letters from UF came out in late February...I received a denial letter in early March. I was DEVASTATED to say the least...yet still determined. (mind you, I was also denied from UCF, USF, and UNF so I was pretty upset at this point). The morning after my denial, I walked into the UF CON office and asked to speak with an advisor...No one was available so I scheduled an appointment with ------------------------- the next day. When I met with her, I asked if there was any possible way to get on a waiting list, or even be explained why I was denied, but I received nothing except for advice to go apply elsewhere. I cried in her office. Almost 2 weeks later....I received a call from ------------------- asking if I would accept a seat in the ABSN program. I am now almost halfway through the ABSN program and I am doing very well. I really do feel my determination is what lead me to be offered a seat. I am more than thankful to be in this program. Best of luck to you all...and definitely don't give up hope!! Feel feel to reach out if you have any questions ?