Western University MSN-E Application Time!

[Maseca]

Well, I thought this day would never come, but the application period for Western U's MSN-E program starts a week from today!

I'm beyond nervous, as I've been working on this career change for over three years now. Every time I write a little of my personal statement I get a little shaky. This is so unlike me too, I'm usually cool as a cucumber.

Anyone else here planning to apply for 2012? Are you as nervous as I am?

[Maseca]

Hi Maseca - Can you tell me how you prepared for the interview and writing sample? Thanks. [email protected]

Honestly, I didn't really prepare that much for either.

There isn't a way to prepare for the writing sample, you're randomly assigned a topic. As far as the interview goes, I think if you're passionate about nursing, and about being a graduate level nurse in particular, that goes a long way and will shine through in the interview. Also, have a good understanding of Western's program, and be able to articulate why you think you're a good fit for graduate nursing and Western in particular.

I think the interview is mostly about seeing if your passions and personality align well with Western. Be yourself, be confident and let your passion shine!

[cacon]

There is a support group on Facebook, we have current WesternU students, currently accepted students, and interview candidates, look for us on fb "WesternU MSN-E, Class of 2016" Good luck everyone ..

[chullis12]

Bunz57 would you mind emailing me the documents you used to prepare?

My email is [email protected]. I would really appreciate it!

[chullis12]

It was more anxiety than anything. I did prepare it. If you want so of the documents I used to prepare, let me know.

Can you please email me as well? [email protected].

Thanks!

[chullis12]

I WAS ACCEPTED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hi Maseca,

Congratulations!! Can I ask what program you applied for? I'm wondering if there are 50-60 spots for each track or 50-60 regardless of what your emphasis is.

MSN-Entry program

• Health Systems Leadership-Administrative Nurse Leader
  
• Health Systems Leadership-Clinical Nurse Leader
  
• Ambulatory Care
  
• Family Nurse Practitioner
  

[Maseca]

You don't apply for a particular track, you just apply for the program in general. You pick your track after the first year. There are 50-60 spots total.

[sonjaxlove]

I know that's there been some interviews this week ! Does anyone who interviewed this past week want to share their experiences? Mine is this Friday morning ! So excited !

[mandymay9129]

Mine is Saturday Morning - so don't forget to post your own comments about the experience!!??

[Kat248]

Hi everyone. I had my interview yesterday. Goodluck to all those that have it for the rest of this week :) Does anyone know roughly how many people have been accepted to the program? For any of you that had your interviews in January have you all heard back from Western? Anyways, nice to meet everyone.

[Maseca]

I know of about 10 people who've been accepted, either through early acceptance or after interviewing. There are at least 4 of us who are accepting our spots. I'm sure there are plenty more who aren't active on this site or Facebook.

[Kat248]

Thanks Maseca. Making me nervous.lol. Im sure there are too. I did have an earlier interview day but I had to postpone it. One question, how long do they give you to decide whether you want to accept or not?

[pilotman09]

Hi Kat248: Those that are accepted, including myself, have two weeks to decide either to accept or decline the offer. According to the acceptance email sent last Feb. 16, the acceptance/decline form is due by March 2 (along with the $500 acceptance deposit, if accepting the offer). I already sent my acceptance form along with the check last Tuesday. I had my interview last January 19. Hope this helps..