Stony Brook Basic BSN Class of 2022

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Hi everyone!! I decided I should start a thread for this year’s applicants so we can keep each other updated and answer questions.

I applied last year as well and was waitlisted, so if you have any questions I’d be happy to help!

Good luck everyone!!

Just now, tsap4323 said:

@arfeldmann I submitted mine 2 days before also and have not heard, not sure what it goes by. I might call tomorrow and ask if they are done sending that way I'm not sitting around wondering...

please let us know what they say!

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@chanuts OK! It's so odd because I have a high GPA, hospital volunteer, CNA, 5 years active military, 4 great LORs ?

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Sounds like a lot of us who sent right before the deadline haven’t gotten emails. That makes me feel a bit better because I’m in the same boat. Hopefully we’ll be in the next wave of emails!

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Not sure if that matters though, because I submitted my app a day or 2 before the deadline and I got my interview request at 12:30 today. Still hopeful for you though ???

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2 hours ago, dandiellions said:

Sounds like a lot of us who sent right before the deadline haven’t gotten emails. That makes me feel a bit better because I’m in the same boat. Hopefully we’ll be in the next wave of emails!

I submitted mine on Jan-2nd

I have a 3.69 GPA overall and a 3.83 for Sciences

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3 minutes ago, Wdave said:

I submitted mine on Jan-2nd

I have a 3.69 GPA overall and a 3.83 for Sciences

that's impressive! Wish mine was that high. Did you get an interview invite today?

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8 minutes ago, chanuts said:

that's impressive! Wish mine was that high. Did you get an interview invite today?

Yessir

Already booked for Wednesday because my school is off that day, not looking forward to waking up at 5 am to get to SB but can't complain.

Hoping not to get lost this time around in the hospital. ?

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1 minute ago, Wdave said:

Yessir

Already booked for Wednesday because my school is off that day, not looking forward to waking up at 5 am to get to SB but can't complain.

Hoping not to get lost this time around in the hospital. ?

That's great news!! You've clearly worked hard.

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I get the impression they have no rhyme or reason to whom they select. I have a 3.9 Science GPA and 3.6 overall. I am currently a CNA and have great letters of rec as well. The one area I lack in maybe is that my background is in Psychology? (I understand a lot of applicants have Bio or Chem backgrounds...) and I have little to no medical related community service (I hear Stony is big on that). But I have also worked full time since I graduated college in place of that, of which most places were somewhat medical related until I became a CNA/PCA. Though I don't think that counts as anything.

I was interviewed for the accelerated program but didn't get in. As of now, I do not think I'm getting an interview for the 2 year. I haven't gotten an email and I submitted my app the week they allowed applications. Very frustrating to say the least! Looking back, applying and waiting for all of these programs is becoming expensive and more than stressful to wait for!!!

Happy for all that got interviews! My interview for the accelerated had the math and essay portion as well. The essay is simple and mainly a reflection on yourself/your own experience toward whatever general question they ask: just make sure to be mindful of their directions on font, spacing, etc. I felt I had more than enough time for the essay.

The math was basic algebra, about 20 questions maybe? A sheet of paper, front and back, open answer. Although I studied for this, I didn't feel completely confident because I haven't done most of this math since high school! Truthfully, I left 3 blank because I couldn't come down to a definite answer.

As for the interview, it was before any of the written testing. It was very calm and relaxed. There were 3 other interviewees with me and they did not go in order with every question. They randomly selected us to answer the same question. I thought that was great. The interviewers were SO, SO kind! I would just be honest in your response. They do not ask any crazy complex questions. They are generally just trying to get to know you, why you want this, and what you can bring to the table in their program.

Good luck!

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I submitted my application on the deadline date and got my interview request today hopefully they are still sending them out the next few days I wish everyone the best of luck!

What should Candidates wear to the interview? And should males have facial hair or shave?

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4 hours ago, dandiellions said:

Sounds like a lot of us who sent right before the deadline haven’t gotten emails. That makes me feel a bit better because I’m in the same boat. Hopefully we’ll be in the next wave of emails!

I don’t know if that’s a factor. I submitted mine 30 minutes before the deadline and got the email. Hoping you guys get it soon though!! ❤️

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2 hours ago, NurseKote said:

I get the impression they have no rhyme or reason to whom they select. I have a 3.9 Science GPA and 3.6 overall. I am currently a CNA and have great letters of rec as well. The one area I lack in maybe is that my background is in Psychology? (I understand a lot of applicants have Bio or Chem backgrounds...) and I have little to no medical related community service (I hear Stony is big on that). But I have also worked full time since I graduated college in place of that, of which most places were somewhat medical related until I became a CNA/PCA. Though I don't think that counts as anything.

I was interviewed for the accelerated program but didn't get in. As of now, I do not think I'm getting an interview for the 2 year. I haven't gotten an email and I submitted my app the week they allowed applications. Very frustrating to say the least! Looking back, applying and waiting for all of these programs is becoming expensive and more than stressful to wait for!!!

Happy for all that got interviews! My interview for the accelerated had the math and essay portion as well. The essay is simple and mainly a reflection on yourself/your own experience toward whatever general question they ask: just make sure to be mindful of their directions on font, spacing, etc. I felt I had more than enough time for the essay.

The math was basic algebra, about 20 questions maybe? A sheet of paper, front and back, open answer. Although I studied for this, I didn't feel completely confident because I haven't done most of this math since high school! Truthfully, I left 3 blank because I couldn't come down to a definite answer.

As for the interview, it was before any of the written testing. It was very calm and relaxed. There were 3 other interviewees with me and they did not go in order with every question. They randomly selected us to answer the same question. I thought that was great. The interviewers were SO, SO kind! I would just be honest in your response. They do not ask any crazy complex questions. They are generally just trying to get to know you, why you want this, and what you can bring to the table in their program.

Good luck!

Hi! I can 100% relate to you. I interviewed for the accelerated and didn't get in and I also applied very early. I dont understand how they chose either, its horrible ?

Just now, G1030 said:

Hi! I can 100% relate to you. I interviewed for the accelerated and didn't get in and I also applied very early. I dont understand how they chose either, its horrible ?

I meant to say I also haven't gotten a request for an interview but I dont understand how they can be interested in us for the 1 year but not the two... does any one know if its common for this to happen?

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