Tips when applying to Nova's nursing program

Camilla2409 · Feb 24, 2020

On 12/2/2019 at 2:11 PM, Manu0212 said:
Hey guys, I just wanted to ask for some tips when applying to Nova's BSN nursing program! Also, what is the required science gpa? I calculated it & I have a 3.3 but I am still missing human nutrition & if I get an A in it it'll go up to 3.45, so any thoughts? I am only nervous because in the two math classes I've taken I got C's so I'm not sure if they care so much about math classes. Also in A&P2 Lab, I got a D but when I retook it I got a C, although I've heard they don't care for retakes ? Let me know what you guys have been through when applying for their program, I'd greatly appreciate it!

Hi, I will be applying fro Nova as well. Please share any type of information. What are the requirements? GPA, Entrance Test, Interview, etc.

I graduated last semester with my AA. Overall GPA: 3.59 and Science GPA: 3.7 OR 3.8. Nova is not my first choice, and I am skeptical about applying because Nova is pricey.

Manu0212 · Feb 25, 2020

22 hours ago, Camilla2409 said:
Hi, I will be applying fro Nova as well. Please share any type of information. What are the requirements? GPA, Entrance Test, Interview, etc.
I graduated last semester with my AA. Overall GPA: 3.59 and Science GPA: 3.7 OR 3.8. Nova is not my first choice, and I am skeptical about applying because Nova is pricey.

Hi, so their requirements like class wise you can see on their site. The GPA to get in is 3.0, I believe & yours sound really good. The interview is done the same day as the Kaplan. For the Kaplan it was on reading, writing (grammar), science (lots of A&P) and math (lots of fractions). I'm not the best in math but thats the subject I scored highest on, they provide you with a calculator that pops up on the screen. The A&P is very general, so I found it a bit tricky. I used the Kaplan nursing entrance exam book to study/review. Once they receive your application + transcripts, they do call to let you know they'll be processing it. I believe it was 2-3 weeks later that I got the call, letting me know I was selected for the interview. The interview is quick & simple. 2 people ask you questions about yourself so that they can get to know you & thats it. The worst part really is the wait. Also, you get your test scores right after you submit your test. I had my interview on a Tuesday & on Friday I got the acceptance call. I was skeptical also because of the price, but regardless girl nursing is expensive. So invest in a good program, nova or whatever your first choice is! Good luck!