I am hoping to start a thread for University of Washington’s BSN program for Fall 2020.
Is anyone else applying to the traditional BSN after being rejected or waitlisted for the ABSN? What are your strategies in improving your application this time around?
I am currently waitlisted for the ABSN, and having just completed my BS, I have my heart set on that program. But through the application process I realized that I would rather do two years of school at UW than do an ABSN anywhere else. I look forward to getting to know you all better in this process. Good luck to all the applicants!
@Sabrina I'm in the same situation as you. I've been reading previous threads and people have been accepted if they miss 1, but I'm not sure about two. I did read on the 2014 forum, that some people were accepted even though they left the math portion blank. So, I'm really not quite sure what to think or feel right now. Its hard to remain positive.
Is anyone know why we needed to use a pen for writing essay? Is anyone there that used a pencil instead of pen? If use a pencil, is it not acceptable at all?
Just wondering why you would prefer to do a BSN at UW over different ABSN programs?
In theory, I would be ecstatic to get in anywhere. Even with a few years healthcare experience and a strong academic history, I'm amazed at how difficult it is to get into nursing school. I know UW's program is very competitive, but still.
I am so dead-set on UW for a variety of personal factors, but not because I think it's a good idea - for other people - to seek a BSN when they could do an ABSN. Time is so precious; I want, like everyone else, to be done with school already so I can move on to other things in life. Part of what led me to seek a nursing career is the fact I wasn't willing to throw away X number of years getting rejected from PA school (if you think nursing is competitive, lemme tell ya...). For me, though, the UW BSN is still more time-efficient than most other ABSNs I have looked at, because the pre-reqs match and there's no expiration on courses (thank you!!!). Also I used to live in Seattle, and I love it, and I have an amazing husky, so there's that. I love the reputation of the school, but that's still not the main reason I am interested in UW. I hope that answers your question; I certainly understand that others need an ABSN rather than a BSN.
@Sabrina I'm in the same situation as you. I've been reading previous threads and people have been accepted if they miss 1, but I'm not sure about two. I did read on the 2014 forum, that some people were accepted even though they left the math portion blank. So, I'm really not quite sure what to think or feel right now. Its hard to remain positive.
I am so sorry you've been feeling defeated after doing the essay. It's easy to second-guess any perceived flaw in your application, no matter how minor. I have not heard of any rule that you MUST get 2/3 in order to be considered, but I could be wrong. I can say that when I did the essay for the ABSN last year, I reasoned through the questions but couldn't show any work, so I figured I got zero credit for that portion. I still landed a pretty good position on the waitlist. I would trust the evaluative nature of the admissions process, and understand they are looking at more than just the math. Good luck~
In theory, I would be ecstatic to get in anywhere. Even with a few years healthcare experience and a strong academic history, I'm amazed at how difficult it is to get into nursing school. I know UW's program is very competitive, but still.
I am so dead-set on UW for a variety of personal factors, but not because I think it's a good idea - for other people - to seek a BSN when they could do an ABSN. Time is so precious; I want, like everyone else, to be done with school already so I can move on to other things in life. Part of what led me to seek a nursing career is the fact I wasn't willing to throw away X number of years getting rejected from PA school (if you think nursing is competitive, lemme tell ya...). For me, though, the UW BSN is still more time-efficient than most other ABSNs I have looked at, because the pre-reqs match and there's no expiration on courses (thank you!). Also I used to live in Seattle, and I love it, and I have an amazing husky, so there's that. I love the reputation of the school, but that's still not the main reason I am interested in UW. I hope that answers your question; I certainly understand that others need an ABSN rather than a BSN.
Thanks for your response! I was wondering because I was actually unsure about whether or not the ABSN program would be better than the BSN program for me (both UW). I was actually pre-PA upon graduating too! I'm also surprised at how competitive nursing schools are here in the west coast (recently came from the east coast due to other reasons). I totally understand you wanting to get on with life but I sometimes wonder if an ABSN program will not be the best foundation to become a nurse due to how fast they really go. Some of the NPs I worked with were surprised at how fast ABSN programs are, and I kind of wish the program was still 15 months long. I guess I just didn't realize that even though most BSNs are 2 years, the UW BSN program is a bit shorter because of the quarter system (still very used to a semester system). Anyway, best of luck to you! It surely is a stressful time.
Hi everyone, it's been good reading your posts, gives me some comfort knowing I'm not in this alone. April can't get here sooner. I find myself thinking about being accepted/denied everyday. I wish I could fast forward days. I don't like feeling uncertain. I got accepted to Shoreline CC nursing program for Spring 2020 which starts on 6th April and I accepted my offer but I'm still hoping to get accepted to UW because I'll get my BSN sooner. Shoreline has a great program but I don't want to juggle school and family life longer than I need to.
Current BSN1 student here! I was all over last year's thread in the application process so I remember just how stressful and nerve wracking it is to be waiting to hear back.
Trust me you guys, once you get in, everything flips around. It goes from "Trying to impress UW" to "UW tryna impress you" I swear haha. All of the professors are very caring and anxious for us students to have a great experience. The COVID-19 has thrown a loop in the works...since this weekend we're doing all classes online and from home, but they have tried hard to adjust everything in a manner that's not stressful for us. I'm enjoying the program and have made a crew of great "nursing school" friends. I personally am very sad that campus is closed down. ANYWAYS, I know you guys are not interested in all that, but anyways you're all in my thoughts. There are so many wonderful people who deserve to be in this program and they're really just splitting hairs when it comes down to the final say of who makes it and who doesn't.
I found out about my acceptance April 12th, it was an email with the title "Admissions Decision," and the first word of it was "Congratulations." LOL. I know this is the kinda thing I would have wanted to know last year!! GOOD LUCK! You're in my thoughts!
Hey @berserk_angel, just wondering what it's like around here with COVID-19 going around and having clinicals for school. Has not much changed aside from the switch to online classes? Things are getting pretty crazy around King County.
Hello! Does anyone know when decisions are going to be sent out? I think I previously heard that April 17 was the day, but I was wondering if that has changed due to coronavirus or other reasons. I am getting more and more anxious as we get closer! Good luck to everyone ?
brendamatadiaz, CNA
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@Sabrina I'm in the same situation as you. I've been reading previous threads and people have been accepted if they miss 1, but I'm not sure about two. I did read on the 2014 forum, that some people were accepted even though they left the math portion blank. So, I'm really not quite sure what to think or feel right now. Its hard to remain positive.