UBC 2020 Nursing

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Hey!

Just wanted to start this for anyone looking to apply to the 2020 cycle for UBC accelerated nursing. Let's share what we'll be applying with and any other info :).

17 minutes ago, Hifriends said:

Hi guys,

CONGRATS to everyone that got accepted and for those who didn't, please don't be discouraged! There are lots of people in their 30s, people who worked all kinds of jobs then decided on nursing, etc. in the upper cohort. It's never too late to start a nursing career!

For those on the waitlist, I heard that ~30 people from the waitlist got accepted on average in previous years, however, in my cohort I have met people who were in the 60s and got accepted! I can't guarantee how many people it will be this year but don't be too discouraged. I personally, got accepted in late July (I think) from the waitlist so admissions roll out very slowly haha. Don't worry too much and enjoy your break while you still have one ?

+I did get an update about my waitlist number I think around late June or early July

thanks so much for this!

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I got placed as #35 on the waitlist and I was wondering if anyone knows (at least roughly) what the chances of being accepted are for me or any know of any other useful information regarding this. Thank you!

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1 hour ago, kkay96 said:

I’m so sorry to hear ? I wish you the best luck in the future, I hope you do apply to U of C too!!

I got discouraged already. Will just go for my masters

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Hi all,

Major CONGRATS to all those that got accepted!

I unfortunately got a rejection letter. Trying to cope with the disappointment as I’m a mature student now and have been working 4 years towards this after finishing my undergrad.

Anyone who scored a 1 on their CASPer and/or supplemental have any tips? I have lots of relevant experience working in a hospital full time but don’t know how else to stand out. Also don’t know how to study properly for the CASPer!


Thanks in advance!

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Does anyone know how many people are wait listed?

I'm pretty far down the list (scored all 2's) and was wondering if I even have a chance of making it into this cohort. ?

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2 minutes ago, plsletmein2020 said:

Does anyone know how many people are wait listed?

I'm pretty far down the list (scored all 2's) and was wondering if I even have a chance of making it into this cohort. ?

Do you mind me asking what number you are? I think if you are in the 30s, you will probably get in

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Just now, aabc145 said:

Do you mind me asking what number you are? I think if you are in the 30s, you will probably get in

Around 80 ?

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Hi everyone! For those of you who got accepted today, when does your offer expire? I am #9 on the waitlist and wondering around when I should be able to hear back! CONGRATS to everyone who got in today.

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1 minute ago, 30123505 said:

Hi everyone! For those of you who got accepted today, when does your offer expire? I am #9 on the waitlist and wondering around when I should be able to hear back! CONGRATS to everyone who got in today.

They gave us till June 22 to reply back.

I got an acceptance letter but my SSC isn't updated... does anyone else have this issue?

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1 minute ago, Wency Chan said:

They gave us till June 22 to reply back.

I got an acceptance letter but my SSC isn't updated... does anyone else have this issue?

Yes me too! In the letter it says it takes 10 days to update the SSC ?

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1 hour ago, FeefB said:

Hi all,

Major CONGRATS to all those that got accepted!

I unfortunately got a rejection letter. Trying to cope with the disappointment as I’m a mature student now and have been working 4 years towards this after finishing my undergrad.

Anyone who scored a 1 on their CASPer and/or supplemental have any tips? I have lots of relevant experience working in a hospital full time but don’t know how else to stand out. Also don’t know how to study properly for the CASPer!


Thanks in advance!

I'm so sorry to hear about that disappointing news FeefB! I am in a similar situation (4 years out from my undergrad) and am so grateful to have made it in this year.
For the CASPer, I found these links to be very helpful:
https://www.reddit.com/r/premed/comments/8t1kuk/what_is_casper_a_handy_casper_guide_for_the/
https://www.removeddit.com/r/premed/comments/8qm6ps/i_took_casper_last_year_and_scored_in_the_top_95/
https://docs.Google.com/document/d/19ONZOU9ebNmHc2Aar49t99RJfcsCmsFiXClcO3Nhf7E/edit

But my biggest tip is to do enough practice so that you can figure out a strategy to answer ALL the questions (as I found it very easy to get bogged down with the first question for each prompt), and of course practice typing fast.
Otherwise, I just kept a few mantras in mind such as: don't pass judgement before getting all the facts, remember your role and the responsibilities that come with it (eg. coworker, boss, peer), do not give one group preferential treatment over another, keep groups working together, and respect privacy and autonomy. There is also an interesting strategy a poster in the second link used called "PPRDJ (problem, perspectives, responsibility, decision, justify)", although I didn't really use this (as it seemed too complicated, but might be helpful if you're looking for more structure).

Hope this helps! Let me know if there is anything in particular that was holding you back on the CASPer!

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1 hour ago, FeefB said:

Hi all,

Major CONGRATS to all those that got accepted!

I unfortunately got a rejection letter. Trying to cope with the disappointment as I’m a mature student now and have been working 4 years towards this after finishing my undergrad.

Anyone who scored a 1 on their CASPer and/or supplemental have any tips? I have lots of relevant experience working in a hospital full time but don’t know how else to stand out. Also don’t know how to study properly for the CASPer!


Thanks in advance!

I think a lot about CASPer is understanding what the examiners are looking for, and drafting your answers to best display your ability to quickly assess a situation from both sides, and justify your decision. I spent a lot of time reading about CASPer, looking at other people's justification, and practicing! I know a few friends who paid for services that give you timed practice tests to simulate real testing conditions, but I don't think they're necessary if you go through as much practice as you can!

Here are some links that helped me, you got this!

http://forums.premed101.com/topic/95629-casper-guide/

https://www.caspertest.com/casper-tips/

https://www.reddit.com/r/premed/comments/8qm6ps/i_took_casper_last_year_and_scored_in_the_top_95/

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