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Hi! Believe it or not, the website actually has more information now than when I first applied LOL. I see they posted a resume template which they didn't have before, so that's good. I would say just try to answer the essay questions thoroughly and to try to highlight any unique traits or experiences you may have that will contribute in a special way to the program. If you have any healthcare experience, make sure to highlight that. I am one of the few in my cohort that barely had any prior healthcare experience, but I think what helped me is that I had a lot of diverse life experience as well as cross cultural experience. So just try to play on your strengths. Good luck and let me know if you have any other questions!

The maximum number for the ABSN cohort is 16. One girl dropped out last minute, so we ended up with 15.

You really never know. There is one guy in my cohort now who was an alternate. There was also another girl who dropped out right before classes started, and they called in another alternate, but unfortunately it was too last minute for any other alternate to take her place. There's also a guy who got waitlisted for the last cohort and then got in this time around. So you just never know!

I agree, cost of living is very expensive! If you move here, I suggest looking for roommates or moving to north Georgia which is just about 15 minutes away from the school. That's what I did. If you live in Georgia, you can get a regional tuition discount of about $2,000 per semester versus paying out of state tuition. If you move to Tennessee, you only qualify for in state tuition if you've been living there for at least 12 months whereas there is no time requirement if you move to a bordering state. Just something to keep in mind.

My cohort is only 5 weeks in so we haven't lost anyone.. I was intimidated with the 78% at first, but I think it's doable. I have a high A in all my classes right now. The professors really work with you and prepare you well for exams. They constantly emphasize how we can go to them for anything we need and that there are always resources at our disposal. If you got in, it must mean they think you are capable of excelling, so don't let the 78% scare you away!

I found out via email and then received the acceptance letter by mail soon after.

I think I heard back in 5 weeks. I applied January 15 and heard back at the end of February. So far, the work load has been manageable for me, even though it is A LOT of work. But I don't have any other responsibilities so I'm able to focus on my studies full time. I think working during classes really depends on your ability to time manage, how many hours you'd be working, and if your job would be flexible with you. There are 1 or 2 girls in my class who are working as PCT's PRN, and I think they work at least 1-2 shifts every 2 weeks. There are other students who quit their jobs right before the program started. So it just really depends. Also, although we have scheduled classes, there are times where the professors need us to come in for extra practice or other things like that, and we have to be free. So it's sometimes hard to plan your life schedule in advance. I'm enjoying the program so far and I can definitely see that the professors are invested in our success!

Yes, I did! I'm in it now ? Let me know if you have any questions.

Have you looked into the Nurse Corps scholarship? I was thinking of applying for that one because you only have to work for 2 years ( I think) after you graduate. Good luck! https://bhw.HRSA.gov/funding/apply-scholarship/nurse-corps

Hi! I haven't found any threads regarding UTC's ABSN program, so I thought I'd start one and see if this is relevant to anyone. UTC started their ABSN program about a year ago. I don't think their first cohort has even graduated yet. It might be a long shot, but is anyone from that program on here? I got accepted for the Summer 2024 cohort, but I have a few other schools I'm waiting to hear back from. Would love to hear if anyone has personal experience with this program!