UMSON CNL Spring 2017

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Hey everyone!

Just got confirmation that my application is complete and ready to roll for the UMD CNL Spring 2017 application term. Anyone else on here applying?

Hi IDon'tWanna - It's going to be different for everyone renting vs. buying. I bought some of the guides (diagnosis book (I would say is a good buy) and medication book, CNL book, etc. because those will be used throughout your schooling), but I rented most of the other books and have not had an issue (there may be online resources I'm missing by not buying, but it hasn't made a huge difference for me personally). At SSIP there should be some students coming to talk to you all who can give you some good advice on books (I know they are quite expensive!). I don't know too much about this, but I was told by other students that the bookstore will match prices you find elsewhere (a new thing), so keep that in mind :) Another thing I've found is the website Evolve sometimes has free resources for our books (practice questions and study guides), so that is a good resource to check out.

We actually are just getting into our first weeks of clinical (there are only 4 days your first semester - 1 of which is a simulation day on campus). You don't have a choice where you are placed first semester - you are usually with your lab group, but they try to keep it in the Baltimore metro area. It looks like most of our placements for these first clinicals are at long-term care facilities.

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Hello Everyone,

I started the application process pretty late in my opinion. However, I was offered and interview and sent the link to complete the writing sample. My interview is next week Thursday. I am extremely nervous about the interview. Any advice would be greatly appreciate. Congratulations to everyone who have received their acceptance letter, hopefully I will be joining you guys. I've recognized that most people where told they would be informed 2-3 weeks following their interview. For those who received it earlier,what do you think lead to a more rapid response? In addition, how you know what you received on the writing sample. Thanks in advance for the assistance!

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is there any bsn applicants on this thread for spring 2017? i do not see a separate thread for the bsn applicants for spring 2017.

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is there any bsn applicants on this thread for spring 2017? i do not see a separate thread for the bsn applicants for spring 2017.

nvm , i found the thread myself

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Hey there. I am a part time student and will be graduating in May. I only have practicum left to take.

I personally think that you should buy all of your first semester books (but you can buy the older versions for sure) and also purchase the Adult Health book (2nd semester). All other textbooks can be rented. Some can even be checked out from the library.

Feel free to ask me any questions. Having someone who was further advanced than I was in the program was so helpful to me, so I would love to return the favor.

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When I interviewed, it was very similar to a job interview. I think they are looking for what you are generally like as a person to see if your personality matches the role of a nurse.

It took place in an office with one faculty member and one admissions person.

It it was pretty painless.

You our guys are lucky to get your writing sample at home. They sprung it on us at the interview and we had to hand write it there on the spot.

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Status changed to admit-institution today!!! SOOOO cant wait to meet you all!! :)

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Congratulations!!! @CNLBriJaye I am happy for you. I had my interview earlier today. If you don't mind me asking, how long did it take for your status to change to admit-institution? Hopefully, I will be able to share the joy with you and the others who have been admitted.

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I interviewed on election day (Last tuesday). So 9 days for a decision. Im just waiting on (MODERATOR EDIT OF NAME) to call me to make it official lol

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I am extremely excited to announce that I have been accepted!! I look forward to meeting everyone this spring or before then.

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