U.S.A. North Carolina
Published Aug 3, 2020
Hi y'all, I thought I would start a thread for those who are applying to the ABSN nursing program for next Summer! Good luck to everyone applying!! :)
FindingNovember
21 Posts
The start to my undergraduate was a little bumpy so I am definitely not a shoo in. I have a 3.35 GPA and all A's in my science prerequisites. I have some general volunteer but no healthcare experience. Hopefully, my essays are compelling. I only applied to UNC-CH this time around because it was the best school (in my budget) within commuting distance. So fingers crossed. And good luck to all!
absnCH21
23 Posts
14 hours ago, FindingNovember said: The start to my undergraduate was a little bumpy so I am definitely not a shoo in. I have a 3.35 GPA and all A's in my science prerequisites. I have some general volunteer but no healthcare experience. Hopefully, my essays are compelling. I only applied to UNC-CH this time around because it was the best school (in my budget) within commuting distance. So fingers crossed. And good luck to all!
I also only applied to UNC-CH. It’s a little frightening to place all your eggs in one basket, but I am trying to remain hopeful and optimistic, focusing on other things until letters are mailed. The wait does feel a little tough. Hopefully, letters will be mailed out in just over a month or so. Best of luck!
Ricky177, BSN, RN
17 Posts
Hi all! I also applied to UNC's ABSN program for Summer 2021. My GPA from my first undergraduate degree is not the best at 3.25. But my prerequisite GPA is a 4.0. My first degree is in Public Relations and I've worked the past 5 years as a fundraiser for hospitals and medical universities. UNC is my first choice program, but I also applied to 5 others and just got my acceptance letter for my second choice school (Duquesne in Pittsburgh, PA) so I am happy either way, but am still hoping to be able to go to UNC!
On 9/7/2020 at 4:10 PM, Ricky177 said: Hi all! I also applied to UNC's ABSN program for Summer 2021. My GPA from my first undergraduate degree is not the best at 3.25. But my prerequisite GPA is a 4.0. My first degree is in Public Relations and I've worked the past 5 years as a fundraiser for hospitals and medical universities. UNC is my first choice program, but I also applied to 5 others and just got my acceptance letter for my second choice school (Duquesne in Pittsburgh, PA) so I am happy either way, but am still hoping to be able to go to UNC!
Best of luck! I hope you get into UNC since it’s your first choice ?
pollar1, BSN
41 Posts
Anyone know of when they will send out decisions? For some reason I thought it may have been mid October, but the website also says 12+ weeks after applications are due...
On 9/17/2020 at 2:17 PM, absnCH21 said: Best of luck! I hope you get into UNC since it’s your first choice ?
1 hour ago, pollar1 said: Anyone know of when they will send out decisions? For some reason I thought it may have been mid October, but the website also says 12+ weeks after applications are due...
I, too, noticed the conflicting information. After scoping prior threads, it seems that anywhere between the second and last week of October seems relatively normal. I am sure that many things go into the variation. Additionally, I wonder if COVID may affect the decision process in any way. I am starting to become a little impatient as the days draw closer. Nevertheless, I hope the wait is shorter rather than longer.
Crazy it may be as soon as just a few weeks. Nevous/excited! Good luck to everyone and fingers crossed!
Yep. Exactly! I'm both nervous and excited! I'm definitely ready to find out if I've been accepted so I can plan accordingly.
Hooray it’s October 1, we should have our letters by the end of the month and know either way. T-minus 30 days or less (but hey, who’s counting)
One week down. The count down is on!
5 hours ago, FindingNovember said: One week down. The count down is on!
I am hoping to know within the next week or two, but we’ll see. Time is definitely dragging now, and I find myself becoming increasingly more nervous. If anyone happens to receive any notifications, please come on and let everyone know to be on the lookout.
7 hours ago, absnCH21 said: I am hoping to know within the next week or two, but we’ll see. Time is definitely dragging now, and I find myself becoming increasingly more nervous. If anyone happens to receive any notifications, please come on and let everyone know to be on the lookout.
I have gone through a whole cycle of emotions. After I completed my application, I was super energized. After realizing how competitive nursing school is, I was nervous. I even went through a period of not being sure I wanted to spend the money to go through the stress of an accelerated program. Now I'm excited again. But I also feel at peace with whatever happens. And yes, before I open my mailbox these days I do take a big breath.