UIC Fall 2021 BSN Program

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I submitted my app for UIC yesterday. I'm anxious for the result. So for anyone else who applied what is your GPA and your extracurricular activities? I'm a transfer student with a 3.2 GPA and I've worked at an animal hospital for 3 years. 
I got denied last year due to my GPA so I'm just trying to figure out my chances, and where I can improve if I get denied again. ? 

On 6/4/2021 at 12:31 AM, Britany Williams said:

Hey, My GPA was like 3.4 and on my resume I volunteer a few places, like day care and at a restaurant. Plus I was in a Honor Society. I figured the reason why that happened to you was because you chose all three campusus. If you chose chicago campus only then they would probably just give you a spot there. On the Faqs form, they stated if you chose, For example UIS and UIC, If a spot opens at UIS it will be offered to you and if you decline the offer you will be pulled from the waitlist altogether. They only offer you once. Did you apply for any other schools?

Hey, My GPA was like 3.4 and on my resume I volunteer a few places, like day care and at a restaurant. Plus I was in a Honor Society. I figured the reason why that happened to you was because you chose all three campusus. If you chose chicago campus only then they would probably just give you a spot there. On the Faqs form, they stated if you chose, For example UIS and UIC, If a spot opens at UIS it will be offered to you and if you decline the offer you will be pulled from the waitlist altogether. They only offer you once. Did you apply for any other schools?

Congrats on getting a spot off the waitlist!

The same situation happened to me; however, I said I was interested in UIS but particularly interested in UIC or UIUC waitlist option. I didn't want to miss the chance of entering the program, even though it was in UIS. One question did (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME) respond to your email after your response. He didn't reply yet, so I just sent a follow-up after your update. 

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On 6/4/2021 at 5:38 PM, aprilrm said:

Congrats on getting a spot off the waitlist!

The same situation happened to me; however, I said I was interested in UIS but particularly interested in UIC or UIUC waitlist option. I didn't want to miss the chance of entering the program, even though it was in UIS. One question did (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME) respond to your email after your response. He didn't reply yet, so I just sent a follow-up after your update. 

Sorry about that, I guess most people did not know.  Congrats on getting in too!! Yes he did respond with a letter of acceptance.

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19 hours ago, DisplayName2015 said:

Hey, if you don't mind my asking, what was your GPA and resume like? I got waitlisted, and I put down Chicago as my 1st choice, but open to the other two campus. I got an email saying that I was pulled from the waitlist for Springfield. I had to deny the Springfield campus due to personal reasons that came up, but I'm wondering why I wasn't pulled for Chicago's campus but for Springfield.

Hi

I believe you were granted Springfield because you chose all three. I picked Urbana/Chicago and was offered Chicago. Springfield is really good if you’re willing to move for college. My sister goes there and says everything is so serene over there. Probably less traffic during rush hours too. Success in your endeavors!

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Hi guys, 

(MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME) emailed me to let me know that a spot opened in the Springfield campus. While Chicago was my first choice, I didn’t want to miss my chance at getting accepted at one of the other campuses. Do you guys know what the program is like in Springfield? I’m so anxious, I don’t know if I should make the big move down there or look for another college!! 

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On 6/28/2021 at 3:24 PM, scrubsandbuns said:

Hi guys, 

(MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME) emailed me to let me know that a spot opened in the Springfield campus. While Chicago was my first choice, I didn’t want to miss my chance at getting accepted at one of the other campuses. Do you guys know what the program is like in Springfield? I’m so anxious, I don’t know if I should make the big move down there or look for another college!! 

Hello! 

I had the same dilemma. My first choice was Chicago and/or Urbana. However, Springfield came through with an offer first. I couldn't miss the offer to study within the UIC nursing program. From my understanding, all 3 locations follow the same program and timeline. From orientation and current UIS students, they expressed the benefit of small class sizes. We all study similar courses, but I believe the small class size/ cohort group differentiates this location. If you thrive with one on one or small groups, you'll do great! I'm also from CA, so I do not know what to expect in the location, other than the program itself. I love the city of Chicago, but I would just have to make an experience out of my stay in UIS. I hope this helps your decision. Hopefully, see you there this fall!  

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1 hour ago, aprilrm said:

Hello! 

I had the same dilemma. My first choice was Chicago and/or Urbana. However, Springfield came through with an offer first. I couldn't miss the offer to study within the UIC nursing program. From my understanding, all 3 locations follow the same program and timeline. From orientation and current UIS students, they expressed the benefit of small class sizes. We all study similar courses, but I believe the small class size/ cohort group differentiates this location. If you thrive with one on one or small groups, you'll do great! I'm also from CA, so I do not know what to expect in the location, other than the program itself. I love the city of Chicago, but I would just have to make an experience out of my stay in UIS. I hope this helps your decision. Hopefully, see you there this fall!  

Hi! 

After thinking about it for a couple days, it looks like I’ll be accepting the offer! This location is 4 hours away from my hometown which means I’ll have to live on campus. Props to you for having the courage to move across the country but it’s true that this program is worth it. This is truly nerve racking for me because I went to CC and this would be my first time moving away from home but I’m excited and looking forward to this experience. I hope to meet you this fall as well! 

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On 6/30/2021 at 7:46 PM, scrubsandbuns said:

Hi! 

After thinking about it for a couple days, it looks like I’ll be accepting the offer! This location is 4 hours away from my hometown which means I’ll have to live on campus. Props to you for having the courage to move across the country but it’s true that this program is worth it. This is truly nerve racking for me because I went to CC and this would be my first time moving away from home but I’m excited and looking forward to this experience. I hope to meet you this fall as well! 

I am happy that you made your decision! Congratulations and I'll see you then ?

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On 5/28/2021 at 7:17 PM, Britany Williams said:

Hi, I've gotten an email from UIC, They asked if I am still interested in the program and I should reply by Monday. I applied for the Chicago Campus. 

Hey, 

I applied for the fall 2022 BSN program, but I was waitlisted today. I accepted the spot on the waitlist and wanted to ask if you accepted the spot on the Chicago campus last year? Did you have a backup school? 

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2 minutes ago, starbuxqu33n said:

Hey, 

I applied for the fall 2022 BSN program, but I was waitlisted today. I accepted the spot on the waitlist and wanted to ask if you accepted the spot on the Chicago campus last year? Did you have a backup school? 

Hi I was in the same boat as you 2 years ago, its a long story and I am happy top share with you the backup plan and what I received from UIC and how it all worked! You can shoot me a message on here!

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4 minutes ago, miss you said:

Hi I was in the same boat as you 2 years ago, its a long story and I am happy top share with you the backup plan and what I received from UIC and how it all worked! You can shoot me a message on here!

Hey! I would appreciate that! Would messaging on here be better or up to you! Thanks for reaching out! 

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Just now, starbuxqu33n said:

Hey! I would appreciate that! Would messaging on here be better or up to you! Thanks for reaching out! 

Whatever works best for you! either here or wherever you feel comfortable 

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