I created this thread for anyone who applied/applying/got accepted to USF BSN or program. If anyone has any insight, words of wisdom, or anything else that might be useful, it would be much appreciated. Here is a little info about myself to kick this off...
I am currently living in the SF bay area and Im finishing off a few courses before I transfer to a 4 year college next semester. I applied for USF's BSN fall 15 program and here are some of my STATS:
*Academics: I have a 3.8 in my prereqs and a 3.5 (overall) GPA.
*Experience/Volunteer Work: I am a Army veteran with 8 years of experience in health care. ( I have worked in the ICU & ER, at Brooke Army Medical Center for about 6 months. Went on several humanitarian missions which consisted of providing medical aid to rural communities in developing countries. I've also done a tour in Afghanistan, working in a combat support hospital.)
* Personal statement: Writing has never been my strong suit... :-/.. but I wrote it in story format (based on my deployment) and how the values of the military compliment USF's core values.
*Letter of Recommendation: My human anatomy instructor (PhD)
Lastly, I'll keep everyone posted on my application status if any future students want to use this thread as a point of reference.
It was my first time applying to a nursing program and it was the only one I applied to. I'm going to let myself feel crappy for a day or two but then I'm going to get myself prepared to apply again and to apply just about everywhere. The rejection letter came in a regular sized envelope. So the ole big envelope means you're in, still holds true. Hope you get better news, Steph.
Aww I'm really sorry! I heard they like multiple attempts so since they have a spring start you should try again. Also I got this email about Samuel merit. They are accepting applications until July 1. It's so weird because I've never inquired them before! I'll definitely let you know if I get a rejection too so we can feel sad together!! Thanks girl and I know it will all work out for you
Sorry to hear that Student293 Hang in there Steph - there must be a whole bunch of us who haven't heard yet. I'm just hoping we don't have to wait until the last day to find out
Lucy you haven't heard either? Has your mail come yet today? I'm pretty close to sf so it really wouldn't take too long. My mail won't be here until later though.
I haven't gotten mine either you guys. I'll let you know. I am just wondering, maybe they sent letters earlier when someone has like 4.0 gpa, then whoever is going to not enroll they send letter to the ones that have 3.5 or less gpa? lol idk.
I had a 3.8 cum and 3.9 in science. So I'm not too sure. I also sent 2 letters of Rec, had 8 years volunteer experience and 1 year at another place. But it's so hard to tell how they decide. The only thing bad is that I did go away to college and mess up a little bit but it wasn't any of the prerequisites and I've made it up over the years. I'm almost 26 so I'm an older applicant. I'm not sure.
Hang in there Steph - there must be a whole bunch of us who haven't heard yet. I'm just hoping we don't have to wait until the last day to find out
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Ugh thanks! Idk though. Brianna I think I saw you on Instagram under the usfca hashtag lol