Hi, Everyone. I'm a second-year AGPCNP student who was a MEPN in 2016. I just wanted to add my congratulations to those who have been invited to interview and to tell those who weren't not to be discouraged. Some of my classmates applied twice befor...
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Dear incoming MEPNs, First, let me congratulate all of you on your admissions to UCSF. You are about to begin the craziest year of your life. I've joined your FB group and will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the program, what to ...
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Hello, Everyone. Congrats to everyone who go an interview! I heard some great things about the first group who came last weekend and interviewed. Good luck to those of you who have yet to interview. When I interviewed I was told that I had a 50/50 sh...
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I wrote down a couple of thoughts in a separate posting, but I also wanted to say that the most important thing you can do is just be yourself. I know it sounds a bit cheesy, but the truth is that they are looking to match a great class. UCSF has its...
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You can also look at this blog for more info about the interview. This is what I looked at when I applied. Be sure to scroll down. The One Year Nurse, a UCSF MEPN student's journey
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Hello Potential MEPNs, Congratulations to those of you who have heard back about an interview. Chances are that one of my colleagues or I may be meeting you during the interview process. I remember how excited and nervous I was when I found out. If i...
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You can work during years 2-3 as an RN, but jobs are challenging to find without a BSN. People do it, but it can be hard to find that first job. There is one person I know who is working for year 1 of MEPN, but it's taking a toll on them. Not advisab...
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Hello, again, everyone. I just finished my first quarter at UCSF and want you all to know that this program - while challenging in a number of different ways - is also feasible. We have a number of parents who are making this work. Here are some answ...
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I'm in AGNP. The toughest part about the program is just the sheer volume of work. You feel like you are always behind. This first quarter is supposed to be the toughest of the MEPN year, but I am amazed how far we've have all come in such a short ti...
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The GRE is only a minor hurdle relative to the overall application. Spend time on your statements of purpose and really know why you want to become a nurse. This will come up during the interview process.
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Hi, Guys. Current MEPN here. Last year when I was applying another MEPN was very kind in answering questions. I just want to pay it forward. If you have any questions about the program or about the application process, please let me know. I'm insane...
The exact same thing happened to me. They were "verifying" one of my transcripts, and I think they didn't even review my application. I got accepted at another nursing school and have already accepted, but I am not sure whether I will even hear back ...
Hello, everyone! I just wanted to congratulate all of you who were admitted and let those who were waitlisted know that I just relinquished my spot on the waitlist (I found out this morning that I was waitlisted) since I am starting UCSF in June!!! ...
Dear Lostasia, Congrats on your interview! I'm applying to the same track, and I wish you the very best of success. I'm coming from out of town, so I won't meet you, but I hope you have a great interview!
Dear PPMM, I just wanted to say how sorry I am that you didn't get an invite but that with stats like yours you are going to end up in an amazing nursing program that you love. There is no rhyme or reason as to why some candidates get interviews and ...
Thanks :) I'm keeping my fingers crossed for all of you! @blueandgold1919, fellow bruin here and i want to congratulate you on your Penn interview. That's a huge achievement. With credentials like yours, they would be lucky to have you.
Hello, everyone. First of all, I just wanted to echo the sentiment that everyone should give themselves a pat on the back for getting this far in the process. Whatever the outcome, I am confident that everyone will end up in a great program. I'm liv...
Hi @roadsidefireworks Every committee is different and looks for different things in its applicants. I used to be a college teacher, and when I sat on a committee we looked for a combination of things: grades, life experiences, and individual stories...