USAGPAN 2020

AZEN23, MSN, RN · Apr 6, 2019

I am considering applying to this program for 2020 or 2021. Do they only start once a year?

antsrt4, BSN · Apr 8, 2019

On 4/6/2019 at 7:59 AM, AZEN23 said:
I am considering applying to this program for 2020 or 2021. Do they only start once a year?

Correct. Start once a year. June the following year you apply. Next class will start June 2020. Cheers and good luck!!

Charmie Johnson · Apr 28, 2019

Hi, Im a VA nurse applying to USAGPAN. Just completed my application to Baylor U. Anybody here that will also go through the VA? Does anybody knows how many seats are reserved for VA applicants? THanks!

antsrt4, BSN · Apr 30, 2019

On 4/27/2019 at 9:58 PM, VA Charm said:
Hi, Im a VA nurse applying to USAGPAN. Just completed my application to Baylor U. Anybody here that will also go through the VA? Does anybody knows how many seats are reserved for VA applicants? THanks!

Hello from Los Angeles! Although not a VA applicant myself historically I think its 4-X amount based on previous USAGPAN threads. Good luck! Have you finished your GRE?

Charmie Johnson · Apr 30, 2019

Hey! Good to know that they are accepting 4 at least. Yes Im done with GRE last 2018 but not the ideal score. I will retake this July 2019 to see if it will improve. This GRE is the only one thats dragging me.

antsrt4, BSN · Apr 30, 2019

1 hour ago, VA Charm said:
Hey! Good to know that they are accepting 4 at least. Yes Im done with GRE last 2018 but not the ideal score. I will retake this July 2019 to see if it will improve. This GRE is the only one thats dragging me.

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Burgy · May 2, 2019

Hello all, I need some advice...:
I'm looking to apply through the VA for the USAGPAN program, but here's the rub: Out of high school, I went to the UofI as a premed chemistry major. Despite having a 3.6 gpa in high school, I floundered in my 2 years (2007-2009) of college there, having never developed any discipline or studying skills as they weren't necessary for my success at the time. After figuring out I was going nowhere with it, I joined the military in an effort to correct those character flaws. I became a 68W (medic) in the guard, did a tour in Afghanistan, and came back to go to nursing school. I got my associates with a 3.04 gpa, worked as a nurse for a few years, then went back and got a 4.0 in my Bachelor's work. The dilemma is this, since I was a chem major in the beginning and absolutely sucked at college at the time, my science GPA is low, like mid 2. range. Am I completely screwed? I feel like the upward trend of my gpa moving towards a 4.0 for my Bachelor's work says something about me, but I want to know if I'm screwed out of the gate or not...

Charmie Johnson · May 3, 2019

12 hours ago, Burgy said:
Hello all, I need some advice...:
I'm looking to apply through the VA for the USAGPAN program, but here's the rub: Out of high school, I went to the UofI as a premed chemistry major. Despite having a 3.6 gpa in high school, I floundered in my 2 years (2007-2009) of college there, having never developed any discipline or studying skills as they weren't necessary for my success at the time. After figuring out I was going nowhere with it, I joined the military in an effort to correct those character flaws. I became a 68W (medic) in the guard, did a tour in Afghanistan, and came back to go to nursing school. I got my associates with a 3.04 gpa, worked as a nurse for a few years, then went back and got a 4.0 in my Bachelor's work. The dilemma is this, since I was a chem major in the beginning and absolutely sucked at college at the time, my science GPA is low, like mid 2. range. Am I completely screwed? I feel like the upward trend of my gpa moving towards a 4.0 for my Bachelor's work says something about me, but I want to know if I'm screwed out of the gate or not...

I cant tell you much since Ive never been to the program, but I do believe that everybody has a chance. With your science GPA, you still have a chance if most applicants has the same science GPA as you or close to you. But if 2020 is really competitive then you might wanna re-take some of your science classes if you can do that. Im no expert, but just my point of view.

AACRNA · Jun 12, 2019

Hello everyone,

I am in the process of applying for the fiscal year 2020. I am finishing up my application and waiting for my MEPS appointment. I have been practicing and studying hard for this GRE, so I am hoping to get a good score this time compared to my previous attempt. I have my CCRN, and 3.5 years of various ICU specialties. I wish everyone the best in this journey!

littlefrogbutt · Jun 24, 2019

Hello everyone, I'm currently applying for cohort 2020. This has been the most exhausting process! I am waiting to be scheduled for MEPS, and just finished the phase II interview. I was able to observe an SRNA for 2.5 days. On day 1, they handed me a book and instructed me to read the pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics chapter. On day 3, they asked me questions about the chapter, my work experience, and a lot of questions about my support system. They seem like a great team and the SRNA was practically independent and ready for practice! I have my fingers crossed.

Is anyone else applying? Has anyone else completed the phase II interview? I think at this point, I have to wait until November for an acceptance/denial letter.

Good Luck everyone!!

inspiredbynavy · Jun 25, 2019

I am applying. Do they have you on a schedule for the 3 day phase II interview/shadow? Is housing/food accommodated? @littlefrogbutt