Hey! I just submitted my application for the fall 2018 GEM program at Rush, and I thought I'd start a new thread where applicants can compare stats, share thoughts, and/or ask questions.
I'm new here, but it looks like there's some great information in previous GEM threads. If the timeline is the same as last year's, interviews should take place in early February 2018, and decisions should be made by early March. For what it's worth, it looks like several people received invitations for interviews at Rush within 48 hours after their application status changed to "verified" on the NursingCAS portal last year.
Just got accepted to the DePaul MENP program for Fall 2018 and I have to confirm my spot by Feb 27th. This is stressing me out, because Rush is my #1 pick, but I doubt their decisions will be out by then.
Had my interview this morning with Dr. Julion. I think it went really well. She was very welcoming and comfortable to speak with. Here are the questions I was asked. (paraphrased)
1) What life/school/work experiences have brought you to the point of pursuing nursing? Why nursing?
2) What things will you excel at in the nursing program? What are some of your strengths?
3) What will be a struggle for you? Weaknesses?
4) Tell me about a time where something didn't in your life was not going how you had planned and you made a switch to improve the situation.
5) Rush is all about diversity and inclusivity. How will you add to that culture?
6) What does a nurse do on a daily basis?
7) What (if any) life style changes will you have to make during the program?
8) Why Rush?
9) Any questions for her.
Overall I felt very good about the process and will now be anxiously awaiting March 9th! Good luck to you all!
gltau847
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Hi all, I also just received an email about the interview! Mine will be on the 19th as well. Hope to see you there!