Samuel Merritt ELMSN/FNP Fall 2013 Oakland

[vballtrumpeter]

I'm not usually the type to forage through online forums, but what can I say - grad school apps are stressing me out! This should get the ball rolling...

[sweetsas]

Hi Alyssag24, I applied for CM and still have yet to hear anything. Earlier in the feed someone mentioned that there were only 40 applicants which is probably why they want more to choose from. I assume that's good news as it means the chances of getting in are better. Super Anxious.

[WinterSoldier]

Alyssag24, I just received that email too!!! I am actually researching "case management" right now to get a better feel of what it's all about. I guess if it sounds like something I am interested in I'll get to writing another personal essay.

[alyssag24]

Ya it's def worth researching. As for me I know that CM isn't my thing.

[yay123]

Hi all, I am also in the waiting boat!! I received the email regarding CM as well. I was wondering if those who got an interview also received the same email. Can those who got interviews comment on this? Many thanks! GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!!!!

[dpk1004]

Alyssag24, I got that email as well. I'm thinking they might have sent that email to the FNP applicants?

[ScoobyWong]

Hi Alyssag24,

My science gpa was 3.0. My gpa for the other program pre-reqs was about a 3.57. Now, my gpa for the last 60 semester or 90 quarter units I'm unsure of because after I graduated with my BS I went back to tackle the pre-reqs so I have quarter units and semester units all mixed in so I have NO clue what it is or what they calculated it as. I do know that it wasn't great because I dealt with the death of a parent and having to work 2 jobs to support my younger siblings and having to withdraw for a couple of quarters so there are C-'s and even a couple of D's mixed in there so I'm not exactly sure what they calculated. I can tell you that I'm surprised, thankful and extremely humbled that I got an interview because of the fact that my last 90 quarter units were so rough, but my essay explains all of that turmoil that I experienced.

My teas score was only an 80. I didn't do so hot on the math or science, but they were above the program and national averages. My english and comprehension scores were 95 and 98 I think so that's what saved my score from being completely in the toilet lol.

I volunteer 8-10 hours per week and I've work as a phlebotomist/clinical lab tech for the past 8 years. I'm not exactly sure what they're looking for, but I've gotten 7 rejection letters throughout this whole process so don't get discouraged if you're not offered an interview this time ok? I know it's easier said than done, but take it from someone who's been applying to graduate/nursing schools since 2005. It will happen for you and hopefully soon.

Thank you for sharing your story with us lilfoot293. You definitely provided us inspiration

[bananainpjs]

Goodluck everyone! I am playing the waiting game as well...

[dooodaadew]

Good luck to everyone ! I am currently waiting too. I applied for the ELMSN-FNP track.

I applied for the Sacramento campus earlier this year, and had my application transferred to the Oakland Campus. Unfortunately, I did not get into the Sacramento campus, but was placed on the waitlist after my interview.

I'm looking to hopefully get another chance at an interview at SMU and get in this time !

Also, I received that email too saying that they don't know when interviews are being given out and the CM track

[yay456]

I am starting to wonder if SMU contacts applicants for interview invitations in the order the applications were received. Can those who have been contacted for an interview indicate when their applications were submitted?

Also, I have copied the transcript of the chat room discussion with the representative from SMU admissions last night. I am willing to post it if it interests anyone. The most fascinating thing that I learned is that 220 people applied to the FNP track whereas only 40 people applied to CM.

[lilfoot293]

Hi yay456-I mailed mine in on November 1st. I was a little bit slow lol....I had to wait on a letter of rec from one of my professors who forgot about it....Did the rep in the chat room say how many people were offered interviews so far? I'm not sure when the interviews begin, but mine is 2/9

[yay456]

The rep did not address the question of how many will be offered interviews or how many had been contacted thus far. Thanks for sharing your information with us.

[ath2s]

I just got a call for an interview on Feb 9! I am relieved, but nervous about the interview. I applied for the ELMSN FNP track. Good luck to everyone!