jayrow

Hi everyone...long time lurker first time posting (at least on this thread). I may have met some of you at the communication exercise already and look forward to meeting the rest of you at the orientation :) Congrats on admission to everyone, all of our hard work has paid off! I also haven't heard about the GPE and I wonder if it's because I'm a transfer/second degree. I'm reading over the policies page and I'm not clear on whether or not I need to take it.

Recent TEAS scores from other applicants are so impressive (how can I even compete with you guys, with scores like those?!). And I am NOT a fan of long, timed fill in bubble standardized tests. Even worse is if they are computerized And to think...we may have to retake it when the new TEAS comes out?! I had a lot going on when I took mine, but I definitely studied hard, yet I only scored an 89, 90 math :/ I think they may have taken TEAS into account more than I assumed at CSULA, because even with my (what I assume) were very good letters of reference, clinical internship experience (one year), being a CNA, 4.0 in sciences (I'm uncertain of my undergrad GPA but it's something like 3.5-3.6), I did not get an interview But I could suspect many factors, low TEAS included...Maybe it was because I didn't hand deliver my application hence it came later than some. Perhaps my advisement meeting at CSULA didn't go as well as I thought. Maybe I annoyed the nursing department with too many emails, lol, always a worry of mine!!

Thanks for taking that step and sharing with us, Ajimka. I seem to remember her saying that at interviews and thinking, "yikes." At this point crossing my fingers for some news by/after June 1st (so far!), when those accepted take further steps in finalizing their decisions. Other than CSULA (rejected) CSUF is my top choice, sigh.

Agree with elkpark. If it's consistently low, then I would be suspicious. Otherwise, there is so much else to factor in--including yourself. You're already committed to the travel--it sounds like you're a pretty motivated individual

Sorry, in op's case I wasn't sure what a "checkered past meant." It could mean substance abuse or...but at any rate, some things I've read here have led me to believe that there are those who have had to take their histories (not talking health histories) up with the board. I would imagine it happens, but I can't offer advice on that issue other than to read those posts.

I've known people who have made the mistake of disclosing their health histories to their employers or future employers. HIPAA and patient confidentiality exist for a reason...a very good reason. While an employer, school, or licensing agency may have the absolute best intentions in mind when judging one's medical history (mental and physical), I personally would choose not to disclose even the smallest amount of medical information. If I tell someone during an interview that I grind my teeth at night it could give the impression that I have repressed anxiety, making me unfit to care for patients. It's a stretch, I understand, but why take an unnecessary risk? what I'm saying is not applicable, of course, if one has a criminal record. The number of background checks we have to go through is high and frequent and they make it quite clear that any "issues" there require explanation. At least as far as I have seen/where I live. I think it's wonderful that you are coming out of a dark place and feeling your successes. Congratulations :) I would echo the others who caution to take care of yourself. Stress tends to exacerbate psych issues, be sure to schedule classes carefully, sleep enough and eat properly. Make time for exercise and friends/family, as a support system will be crucial for you. Best to you.

My thoughts were similar. If you're focused on the $ and the time frame there are plenty of educational opportunities that will pay (maybe only a little at first) after 8 years (such as med school, just to name one). NOT to say that becoming a nurse of any type is at all a poor career choice, even at at your young age. I'm sorry if my first reply made it seem like that. From your posts you seem much more articulate and mature at 17-18 than many with whom I have studied and so you may already have a reasonable idea of what field you want to be in.

Absolutely, definitely DO NOT pursue a CRNA for the money. 1. You don't know where the field will be when you get out of school in 6-10 years. 2. After being involved in health/medical environs for (only) the past 3 years I am going to agree with others and say that you need more than just an interest in salary to motivate you in this field (no offense meant) because: it's (more than) challenging, it's (more than) competitive, it's hard on you physically and mentally, it's time consuming, and it can be initially VERY expensive (why am I doing this, again?). 3. You can't just jump right in to being a CRNA as far as I know. You've got to go through all the regular nurse stuff that some people are maybe not cool with...I don't think there's any way to get around regular clinicals. Long story short: from my somewhat limited experience, there's not a fast track to easy money in nursing

Jm: Heh, well, I thought my score was competitive as well! But one can never be too careful, I suppose Especially if one tends not to interview well! It's a skill that is in progress, as I have had a lot going on this year (haven't we all? :)) good luck to you, your statistics sound strong! If you care for my advice, have a backup plan just in case--though I'm sure you already do.

I'm not sure how they calculate bachelor's degree GPA, so it is my best estimate that my points range from 77-80, if I calculated correctly. However, for residency, my city is on the border of OC and another county. Most people think that it is in Orange County, but it technically falls into "other CA counties." While it's only about 12 miles away from CSUF, I would assume they counted it as "other counties," but I didn't ask. Best of luck.

Lol--I know, I was thinking the same thing, i don't think the policy is, "we didn't get your last transcript (I checked the tracking number and it arrived) but everything else checks out--we'll let you in, despite already having interviewed alternates." Hence my asking about the rejections being sent out. Thanks for you thoughts, all :)

I'm also thinking that they may not have gotten the additional transcript I sent OR maybe my GPA was calculated as very low (my undergrad degree GPA was only 3.2, my last 60 units was I think 3.77 including sciences). I applied thinking I would be competitive, but at the same time you guys have some outstanding stats and I really commend all of you Because I'm sort of on the cusp I haven't been sure if I should call or if I should just wait it out.

Thanks :) I've gotten different calculations of my points, depending on what they use as my final overall GPA. I think it's anywhere from 9.4-9.45, but I'm not sure. Also, *no* I did NOT get an interview invite, which is why I'm waiting on the rejection email I just would have expected it come by now. Thanks again!

I'm wondering if anyone has received a rejection or heard anything else...I haven't heard anything since they requested additional transcripts I sent out. Given my stats are a bit lower than most of you--particularly those accepted (science 4.0, overall 3.7, math 91, teas total 88.7)! Considering this I'm more or less waiting on my rejection email. However, I'd still like a little closure, haha

I just got a very kindly-worded rejection email from CSULA. So, that's good to know. Probably literally the most polite rejection I have ever received, haha.