Samuel Merritt ABSN Summer 2013

U.S.A. California

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I haven't found a thread for this yet, so I figured I would start one! I am applying in August, after I have my grades from my summer courses. I was wondering what stats other applicants have as well :) I still have to complete human physio lab, general chem and lab, nutrition, and psych so I am not sure if I will get in this time around, but it can't hurt to apply!

Pervious major: Cell and Molecular Biology

Last 60 GPA: 3.4

Prereq GPA (so far): 3.9

TEAS Adjusted Individual Score: 92.7%

TEAS National and Program Percentile Rank: 99

Im excited to connect with other prospective students :)

Specializes in Maternal Newborn.

Hi-

I applied to the Oakland ABSN (Summer) cohort. Once you receive your acceptance, you will receive "next step" instructions to enroll and complete your offer package. The Admissions office will provide some basic information about financial aid, and also during the first orientation financial aid information will be presented. From what I heard from another gal who was accepted, you have about a month/two to obtain financial aid and SMU does provide enough time/grace period even as the cohort begins.

Good luck everyone!!

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Hey April/SF cohort!

I sent in my acceptance for the April cohort. I haven't received any more emails besides the acceptance, have any of you received any more emails?

Also, anybody have an idea when in April it will start?

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Hi Kyle1105!! Yes I did accept the offer. Congrats to you! I guess I will be seeing you soon. :)

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Hey April/SF cohort! I sent in my acceptance for the April cohort. I haven't received any more emails besides the acceptance, have any of you received any more emails?Also, anybody have an idea when in April it will start?
I received two emails. One about background check, health exam, and financial aid. Another about orientation dates. You receive these once SM receives your letter of intent and deposit. Hope this helps!
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Thanks biscuit! I think they are sending my emails to my SMU account which I don't have access to anymore, ugh!

When is the orientation? Did it say the start date?

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Hey April/SF cohort!

I sent in my acceptance for the April cohort. I haven't received any more emails besides the acceptance, have any of you received any more emails?

Also, anybody have an idea when in April it will start?

You should've received an email with a checklist on it.

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Hi Kyle1105!! Yes I did accept the offer. Congrats to you! I guess I will be seeing you soon. :)

Thanks biscuit! Congrats to you too! :up:

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Thanks biscuit! I think they are sending my emails to my SMU account which I don't have access to anymore, ugh!

When is the orientation? Did it say the start date?

Hi NishaA,

Orientation will be on 03/21 - 03/22. Start date is on 04/22. You can access the academic calendar on SMU website.

Academic Calendar | Samuel Merritt University

Is your SMU email your primary email on their file? I was informed by my counselor that she will not send it on my SMU email account and asked for an alternative email. Maybe you should contact your counselor.

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Kyle-Thanks for the dates! I had a feeling I was missing out on some emails. I've contacted the counselor, but not getting a quick response. Will try again.

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Hey everyone! Congratulations on your acceptance. I am attending the BSN program in Oakland (I started in the Spring) and my friend from HS is doing the ABSN in Oakland as well. What we have learned is that the administration can be a little sloppy, and it does seem that they wait until last minute to get everything together. Be patient with them, and just make sure you constantly check your e-mail and your spam folder as well. You will be given an SMU e-mail, so make sure to log into that as well.

So far, I love the school and the program. ABSN is definitely a lot tougher since it is faster, but everyone who I have talked to absolutely loves the school. (3 of my college roommates went to SMU in Sacramento and said the same thing).

Anyways, I'm excited for you guys! Congratulations again :)

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Thanks markydarlin. NishaA-email and call them. Mines pretty quick on responding. I submitted my letter of intent at noon time, got my emails around 3pm. ?

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Congrats to everyone who has been accepted so far! Very exciting :)

It seems like most of you have been accepted for the April cohort. Anyone heard about June San Mateo or Oakland cohorts yet? Waiting is killing me!

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