University of Hawaii-MEPN PROGRAM...anyone heard about it?

[starangel2]

I'm applying for UH MEPN program for Fall 2009. Has anyone heard about the program? It's fairly new but I just want to know what I'm getting myself into...lol. I know overall, nursing school is tough but would like some feedback on the MEPN program itself.

Thanks!

[jayaa]

Has anyone gotten rejection letters yet? I haven't been called for an interview, and I haven't gotten an interview so I don't have much hope, but I was wondering when the actual rejection letter would get here?

[LindsayPaige]

Mine came a few weeks ago.

[erigrl057]

LindsayPaige,

If you don't mind me asking were you notified by email or was a letter mailed to your house? I'm waiting for some type of letter as well, but haven't received anything yet. Good luck to you as you continue to pursue nursing!! =)

[LindsayPaige]

I received a letter in the mail. Thanks! Same to you.

[AjBob]

Linz,

She got in to Penn...gradute student orientation might include a tour? http://www.gso.hawaii.edu

Dogersgirl,

Thax, I'll try!

Lindsay,

Sorry ...... but you Will get into a program! You WILL!

[AjBob]

Has anyone got accepted to be friended by mepn facebook?

[Akesa]

nmgp - Not sure about the breakdown, but I got interviewed without any letter from a professor and my friend got accepted w/o any profs. as well. I used a work reference and a community leader who I know well and used to volunteer with. From the information I gathered at the info session, the letters don't sway the decision too highly because almost all the letters will be positive anyways.

To those concerned about the school------ UHM is a good school with a highly esteemed nursing program .... The regular BA and AA nursing programs through the UH system are all VERY competative. I went to UHM for my BA's. I never went on a tour before coming to the school and found that they have plenty of scholastic resources and other support programs. If you look at the percentage of people who pass the NCLEX, it is higher than the national average for all programs. When I talked to Erik, he said that since the program has been going on for a few years they have tweaked it for improvements.

Living on campus is not too bad, but you can easily find roommates here and live for cheaper. Since this is a place where people are commonly transitioning, you can find deals for common living needs. You will meet classmates and people are generally friendly and willing to help. Costco and Sams Club are wonderful too.

As far as grants and scholarships go, that is a tough one. I know we can't get federal grants because we all have BA's. There are some scholarships available through the UH system and if you are affiliated with a church denomination I would look into scholarships through them.

Good Luck!!! Also still wondering what track everyone is doing....

[cjlbnp]

thanks akesa that really helped. when do they have info sessions? i didnt even know they had such a thing

[purlees]

Hi all:

There is a discussion board on the "UH Manoa MEPN" facebook page. Several current students have answered some of the concerns addressed on here. Financial Aid wise, the first year 99% loans subsidized/unsubsidized. As you gain GPA, you'll be able to apply to many scholarships via the UH system. Additionally, you can also work for underserved and get your loans forgiven after you graduated from your masters. Don't worry so much about medical terminology, you'll learn all of it from reading your text and in clinical. Campus tour? There isn't much too look at Webster Hall, where most of your classes will be. The university orientation will give you a wide campus tour. MEPN orientation is held at a different site. Good luck!

[linz7287]

Ajbob,

I got accepted on the MEPN facebook page- are you on there?

[AjBob]

I tried, but no!?

[linz7287]

Ajbob,

Thats weird- well here is my link so we can become friends

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/profile.php?id=2064990

Ill tell them to add you!

-Linz