University of California, Irvine (UCI) Master's Entry Program in Nursing (MEPN) Fall 2023

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Hi all,

I had seen a discussion thread last year for students who applied to UCI's MEPN program and I found the comments really helpful. Maybe by connecting we can see when invitations to interview are sent out. ? I did see that UCI was expanding its MEPN program this year which is exciting!

A little about me-I am pursuing nursing at the mid stages of my life. I have a degree in Health Education and Health Promotion and community health nursing is my aspiration! Hope we can connect!

I am also throwing my hat into other degree programs- CSUF, Golden West, Saddleback, Vanguard. Basically anywhere that fits my goals and budget ?

Hi you all. I don't mean to be pessimistic but I know how it feels to be in your shoes ( This year I got in.) last year, they didn't send rejection letters until a day after orientation. I saw a picture of the cohort on their facebook group and the next day, I got an email. Some people got rejected in March. IDK why they do this but just so you all know it could happen.  ? unfortunately 

Bubbbleeel10 said:

Hi you all. I don't mean to be pessimistic but I know how it feels to be in your shoes ( This year I got in.) last year, they didn't send rejection letters until a day after orientation. I saw a picture of the cohort on their facebook group and the next day, I got an email. Some people got rejected in March. IDK why they do this but just so you all know it could happen.  ? unfortunately 

That's so foul ?. Did you ever ask for updates during that time and get any responses from them? 

Zero 1200 said:

That's so foul ?. Did you ever ask for updates during that time and get any responses from them? 

I didn't ask and I was oblivious that other students had gotten responses and even interviews. I didn't know about these forums. 

Has anyone received an acceptance or rejection ? 

I applied during the second  admission deadline and no response yet. I did email them last week and they replied with this;

"Thank you for your message and continued interest in our program. We're unable to provide additional information or updates, but encourage you to continue to look for email updates on your admissions status. You may also review your application portal for up-to-date information."

Best wishes,

 

This waiting around is awful. It would be great if they let us know sooner than later to start applying for funding other than FAFSA. But good luck to us all!!

chinch11 said:

I applied during the second  admission deadline and no response yet. I did email them last week and they replied with this;

"Thank you for your message and continued interest in our program. We're unable to provide additional information or updates, but encourage you to continue to look for email updates on your admissions status. You may also review your application portal for up-to-date information."

Best wishes,

 

This waiting around is awful. It would be great if they let us know sooner than later to start applying for funding other than FAFSA. But good luck to us all!!

 

No way.... I'm still waiting on any updates from them. I applied for the first round. No email asking for an interview or updates... 

I kinda lost hope. 

I applied during the second deadline and I just received an email for an interview

OMG yay me toooo!! fingers crossed ! I am gping to re-read the thread for tips!!

I got my denial to the program just now. Best of luck everyone!

Do you mind me asking if you submitted during the first deadline or second deadline? 

HopefulNursingAJF said:

I got my denial to the program just now. Best of luck everyone!

I'm so sorry to hear that. This program is so competitive! Do you mind sharing if it was via email and/or portal update?

I applied before the first deadline and interviewed in January. I felt like I did well & it's my second year applying to the program (first time interviewing). Still no word on my acceptance/denial/waitlist status. 

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