UNC & Duke ABSN- Spring 2014

[Rthom09]

I am new to the forum and wanted to see if there were any others applying to either UNC or Duke's ABSN program for the Spring 2014 entry?

I know this has been discussed in other threads, but I am a little apprehensive about the tuition at Duke, esp. now since they have done away with the repayment program they once had. On the flip side, I would love to end up at UNC, but know that it is very competitive!

Anyone out there currently in the UNC ABSN program that can speak to the application process/ chances of acceptance?

I am recent graduate (got my B.S. May of '12) with a 3.5/3.6 cum, all A's in pre-reqs except a B in stat and will be taking Micro this summer (but planning on an A!). I also have a lot of volunteer experience in non-clinical settings and clinical (currently work as PT tech, medical mission trip, and ~400 hours in other clinical settings- mostly in PT departments though)

[vandydani]

Yeah, it also said we would be notified this month in one of the emails I received. I figured it would be next week since they said mid August and orientation for the fall admits is that next Monday or Tuesday (19th or 20th)

[Jaj4963]

Anyone heard anything yet? I don't know about you guys but the waiting is killing me, I'm checking my email like a maniac.

[jaymarie1]

I received a email saying we wont hear anything until late August early September. Goodluck to everyone!!

[sbrown12]

I have been checking my email like crazy trying to patiently wait and not ask is hard haha. I really hope the email was wrong after Duke Days. Since at the interview it made it seem like it would be here by now. I wish everyone luck! Hopefully we find out soon :)

[guest699183]

Just got an email that says we will find out Friday 8/23 at 5:00pm online.

Disappointed it's not this week because it means I will have to put money down on another program since their deadline is tomorrow. I guess we just have to remain patient for another week. Good luck everyone!

[vandydani]

So according to their latest email we will know next Friday by 5. Getting anxious!

[MICU_RN_CCRN]

So next Friday we will be notified if we are admitted first round or being considered for second round?

[vandydani]

So next Friday we will be notified if we are admitted first round or being considered for second round?

I believe that we will be notified of first round admit, waitlist (consideration for second round), or (according to the website) they can deny you at that point. So it's not an automatic waitlist if you are not admitted first round.

[mlj8955]

You are correct according to my understanding. It has cost me $ also (the delay) as I had to take classes and buy books for a separate program that is one of my alternatives to Duke. Still, in all I'll go to Duke if I'm accepted and most importantly if I can borrow the $.

[MICU_RN_CCRN]

NC people,

Does anyone know the difference between BIO 175 and BIO 275 at community colleges? They're both listed as "microbiology" but one is 3 hours and the other is 4 hours. This is the last prerequisite I need to take so I want to make sure I'm taking the correct one. Thanks!

[guest699183]

NC people,

Does anyone know the difference between BIO 175 and BIO 275 at community colleges? They're both listed as "microbiology" but one is 3 hours and the other is 4 hours. This is the last prerequisite I need to take so I want to make sure I'm taking the correct one. Thanks!

I took BIO275. Half of my class was applying to nursing programs or PA programs at various schools. At least at the CC I attended they gave us the impression BIO175 was more for 2 year programs like dental assistant etc. However, looking at Duke's website it seems like either could count since 3 hours is allowed and they just say from an accredited program.

[FormerPChef]

Ugh I keep checking my email and Applicant Self Service. Anyone heard anything yet? It's still early in the day but...