<p>I've VERY interested in Penn's School of Nursing. However my profile is definitely not as prestigious as others who apply to Penn. Does anyone know the average profile for someone who gets accepted into SON? Is it considered easier to get into SON than the college? </p>
<p>I'm in the top 5% of my school. Somewhere between 7-15/522 (I'm not sure what my new rank or GPA is with my final grades from Junior year factored in). My SATs are awful 600 M, 640 CR, 610 Writing (I only took it once - I dislike the SAT). I got a 28 on the ACT but I got a 32 in Math and 31 in Reading. I bombed the science section. I intend on taking the ACT again in September and I'm hoping to get around a 31. I have average EC: leadership positions, theatre, book club, etc. Would submitting just ACT scores hurt my chances greatly? </p>
<p>I know this isn't amazing. I'm not really EXPECTING to get into Penn but I do plan on applying early decision to SON. I'm not asking you to chance me because I know it's slim to none - but I was just wondering who the average nursing student is. If there are any Penn Nursing students around I'd appreciate some insight in regards to Penn's program. Also any advice on other schools of nursing you applied to/considered would be a great help.</p>
<p>The Nursing program's admission criteria is different from the other schools. They really want to see a dedication to the field and from my understanding do not place as high of an emphasis on test scores. I might look at some ECs that could reflect your interest in the medical field or give you a closer idea of what working as a nurse is like. Clearly your essays would want to reflect your interest, as well. If you study, you should be able to pull up your science ACT score, and if you do, I think your ACT would be in line.</p>
<p>Would it be okay for me to just send my ACT scores or is that frowned upon? My SAT IIs are awful and I'd rather not send SATs at all if I don't have to. Supposedly there is also a mandatory interview for nursing applicants or at least that's what I've been told. Any truth to this?</p>
<p>Penn says (and I assume this goes for nursing but best double check) that they accept ACT with writing in lieu of subject tests. Study for the Sep. ACT and get the science up-- sounds like a good plan.</p>
<p>Penn Nursing strongly encourages applicants to interview with them on campus. If you lived in NJ, it'd look bad if you didn't. Also, make sure you take ACT with writing, so you don't have to submit SAT II's.</p>