UBC 2021

2 hours ago, croe2019 said:

My 4-year hons degree is from the UK - a million years ago (equivalent to around 3.4 GPA). That was in 2004 I graduated. Then when I decided to make a career change into nursing I did my A&P in 2019 and got an A.  After not getting into UBC for the 2020 intake, I then did some more courses (Psychology (A+) Health Ethics (B), Critical Reading & Writing (A+).  So I’m really up against it with all the bright young minds who will be applying...!!

What was your previous career?

4 hours ago, AspiringRN1234 said:

What were your stats last year and this year if you don’t mind sharing 

My grades and experiences are similar but I am hoping my casper score improved as that is what broke my application last year I think. I think UBC weighs casper the heaviest. Last year I got 1 on grades (top 25%), 2 on supplemental (top 50%) and 3 on casper (top 75%). I was waitlisted.

I have a 4.20 on a 4.33 scale and I am 4th year student at UBC in Animal Welfare.

I have worked as a veterinary assistant at two different animal emergency hospitals. I have volunteered alongside nurse practitioners at a downtown eastside clinic that serves vulnerable children and families. I also volunteered at the Vancouver Aquarium as a teaching assistant in the biology lab for children and I volunteered at the Marine Mammal Rescue which rehabilitates lots of seal pups and other marine mammals. I also worked as a supervisor at a patisserie for a couple of years. 

Sadly, we can't know our casper scores until we get the application results. 

On 4/26/2021 at 1:03 PM, Neet said:

Already preparing for my rejection?

Oh nooo, don’t say that!! I know it’s nerve-racking having to wait for the result and I’m sure we’re all on the same boat, but it’s going to be okay. I think no matter what the result is, we have to keep going if this is what we really want to do. Sending hugs to you!! 

9 hours ago, Medsister said:

What was your previous career?

I worked within marketing and comms. Got into volunteering as soon as I realized I wanted to make a career change into nursing quit my job which was all I knew, and now working in a hospital (albeit in the corporate office) but still great experience and exposure. Not sure what plan B will be if I don't get in.  I applied to the government HCAP program which starts in September.  I might have to just settle as I don't have age on my side here.

9 hours ago, Medsister said:

My grades and experiences are similar but I am hoping my casper score improved as that is what broke my application last year I think. I think UBC weighs casper the heaviest. Last year I got 1 on grades (top 25%), 2 on supplemental (top 50%) and 3 on casper (top 75%). I was waitlisted.

I have a 4.20 on a 4.33 scale and I am 4th year student at UBC in Animal Welfare.

I have worked as a veterinary assistant at two different animal emergency hospitals. I have volunteered alongside nurse practitioners at a downtown eastside clinic that serves vulnerable children and families. I also volunteered at the Vancouver Aquarium as a teaching assistant in the biology lab for children and I volunteered at the Marine Mammal Rescue which rehabilitates lots of seal pups and other marine mammals. I also worked as a supervisor at a patisserie for a couple of years. 

Sadly, we can't know our casper scores until we get the application results. 

The casper is pretty brutal.  I will have to look at my letter from last year as I honestly don't remember what my scores were.  I may have even got rid of it as I was so destroyed not to get in.  Good luck - you've got a lot of strong credentials! 

1 hour ago, croe2019 said:

I worked within marketing and comms. Got into volunteering as soon as I realized I wanted to make a career change into nursing quit my job which was all I knew, and now working in a hospital (albeit in the corporate office) but still great experience and exposure. Not sure what plan B will be if I don't get in.  I applied to the government HCAP program which starts in September.  I might have to just settle as I don't have age on my side here.

To be honest, lots of people change careers later in life and from I hear UBC and BCIT has a fair amount of mature students in nursing. Did you apply to other nursing schools as well? I started uni myself in my mid 20s.

1 hour ago, croe2019 said:

The casper is pretty brutal.  I will have to look at my letter from last year as I honestly don't remember what my scores were.  I may have even got rid of it as I was so destroyed not to get in.  Good luck - you've got a lot of strong credentials! 

Thanks. The thing about casper is you never really know how well you did because it is so subjective. I think I did better this round but who knows. Good luck to you aswell! Hopefully we get some good news.

6 minutes ago, Medsister said:

To be honest, lots of people change careers later in life and from I hear UBC and BCIT has a fair amount of mature students in nursing. Did you apply to other nursing schools as well? I started uni myself in my mid 20s.

No I can not apply to other Vancouver nursing schools yet until I get my chem 11....:(

Hi folks! We might hear back either this Friday or by the end of next week at the latest, so I decided to come here and spread some positivity. I know I am losing my sanity, so just remember that you are not alone at all. We are all in this together! You are all amazing human beings with a lot to offer to the healthcare community. Please stay positive, and your time to shine will come soon! I really hope that we all get those acceptance letters ❤️ 

Wow, I just went down the deep rabbit hole that is this forum! Thank you to everyone for all your comments - what a great community! Fingers crossed for everyone here ?

5 minutes ago, dej09 said:

Wow, I just went down the deep rabbit hole that is this forum! Thank you to everyone for all your comments - what a great community! Fingers crossed for everyone here ?

Totally with y’a! Wow these last couple of days waiting are hurting. Good luck to everyone, let’s keep being kind and loving to ourselves and each other regardless of what happens ❤️

Hey guys! I know we’re getting our results this week or next but I just wanted someone who is already in the program to evaluate my credentials! My anxiety is going insane now that I know that the date is right around the corner hehe

I have a 3.87 cGPA, A and B in anatomy/phys part 1 and 2 respectively, work experience as a MOA at a fast pace and well known surgical podiatrists office for 1 year, community health care clinic experience for 5+ years and research experience working closely with a nursing prof at UAlberta for 2+ years with 2 literature reviews published with my name as a co-author! 
 

Where I think I’ll lose points is the CASPer test (only cause everyone seems to have lost points here LOL) and the fact that I don’t have a bachelors degree yet! 
 

What do you guys think! Please let me know and I hope to see all of y’all in September! Best of luck to each and every one of you :))