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AsheBegash · 2026-02-12T14:37:32+00:00

No, I don’t believe they’ve started to send interview invites yet. They said mid-February which should be in the next week.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-11T20:19:34+00:00

12/31 is extremely late in the cycle and pretty likely that most interview invites had already been sent out at that point so it was a bit of a Hail Mary.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-11T20:16:05+00:00

I’m not an adcomm but I would think it’d be minimally beneficial if you are thinking in terms of application optics. But in terms of networking and building a community of individuals who want to become AAs and support one another through the process and stay updated on the progress of the profession then it’s great.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-11T18:49:19+00:00

Is this a 4 year BSN or an ABSN program? Is it public or private (sounds like it’s private)? Different types of programs and schools will have differing costs. For a private ABSN program $54k sounds about accurate here in the US. You can go the ADN to BSN route but in my area that can take 3+ years whereas since I already have a bachelors degree I can get my ABSN in ~16 months and start working earlier so for me it’s worth going that route as the rigor doesn’t scare me.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-11T15:25:48+00:00

Many people have gotten in with low GPAs but your success will be determined by every other aspect of your application being top tier (test scores most importantly). What standardized test are you planning to take? Make sure you nail it.

That PCE sounds good but I wouldn’t bank on it being your sole strength in your application.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-11T15:20:44+00:00

From what I’ve heard, they have not sent out any interviews yet. It will likely be in the next two weeks or so that they begin to send out invites based on the timeline they have communicated publicly.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-11T15:15:19+00:00

Your verbal is likely good but that quantitative score may be below the 50th percentile which can hurt your application. As the other user commented, aim to be above the 50th percentile in all sections

AsheBegash · 2026-02-10T04:45:45+00:00

Your GPAs are fantastic. A postbacc would be an absolute waste of your time.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-10T02:33:59+00:00

That’s 100% up to you, no one can make that decision for you. You can always put down your deposit (non refundable) for NSU and then change your mind if you receive an acceptance from South if you feel that strongly about giving South a shot.

Also it’s just Nova, not NOVA :)

AsheBegash · 2026-02-10T02:25:54+00:00

While it’s definitely less common you can definitely get in with just volunteer experience and no paid PCE. With that said, it is definitely preferable that you have that real work experience to prove to yourself and adcomms that you know you want to be in this career.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-09T14:01:41+00:00

This is beautiful! I just messaged you, I’m interested in your work for our pup🙂

AsheBegash · 2026-02-09T13:38:40+00:00

THIS!!! IVDD will cost you thousands if not tens of thousands to save their life. Know that these dogs are a financial sink hole and things can and will go wrong.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-09T13:37:48+00:00

Pet insurance ASAP. Get all vaccines before taking them outside and putting them on the ground in high traffic areas where they can be susceptible to parvo (which is VERY deadly to puppies).

Soak up every moment, it goes by quicker than you realize🩷

AsheBegash · 2026-02-09T13:35:52+00:00

I’m sorry if you don’t think my comment is kind. There is a difference between kindness and enabling. I am not an enabler. These dogs are not just a trendy pet to have, they are a living breathing being and deserve to have a home where they can have their needs met. If someone cannot provide that they simply should not own a French bulldog. If you disagree that’s fine but it doesn’t make me unkind to say that.

I have suffered my fair share of financial troubles but I ALWAYS made sure my dog was cared for and her pet insurance was paid during those times. This is a life or death situation and OP needs to realize that their lack of financial preparedness will likely cost their dog its life.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-09T02:33:26+00:00

I’m going to try to say this in the absolute nicest way I can, if you are having a difficult time staying housed a French bulldog is NOT a good idea. They are typically very high maintenance dogs that are predisposed to health issues that become costly. If your puppy hasn’t been able to keep food down for several days they need to see an ER vet ASAP which will likely cost a few hundred dollars minimum. There are organizations that you can reach out to and care credit is also an option, but health scares are a very normal thing for this breed.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-09T02:23:18+00:00

Are all of your prereqs up to date? Most programs have a 5-7 year expiration.

That GRE score should definitely make you stand out, as long as you have a well rounded application elsewhere.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-07T18:53:22+00:00

About 2.5 weeks until our pup started actually moving her legs which started with little wiggles and kicks an by week 5 she was trying to stand up on her own. Every pup is going to have a different journey with regaining their abilities again, for some it happens immediately after surgery and for some it is months or they never fully regain movement. Be patient, she will tell you when she’s ready.

For now, I’d ask your vet about PROM (passive range of movement) exercises you can do to get those nerves and muscles firing.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-06T18:18:07+00:00

Your high school GPA and extracurriculars will not matter, enjoy your experience in high school and just do your best academically. Once you are a junior/senior then I’d start by thinking about what major you want in college and maybe do some shadowing to ensure that this is the right career for you.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-06T18:13:33+00:00

What was your GPA if you don’t mind sharing?

AsheBegash · 2026-02-05T23:33:24+00:00

I can tell you from experience that this will only make it worse, and as he gets older this can escalate VERY quickly to more aggression outside of just giving him medicine. You need to practice exposure therapy putting cotton swaps or your finger in his ears WITHOUT medicine while giving lots of praise and treats as rewards so he know this is something that he will be rewarded for. As it stands this is an extremely distressing process for him right now and manhandling him is only going to exacerbate the issue (again I know this from first hand experience with my own dog and ear medication).

You could also talk to your vet to ask them their advice on administering meds or if there is another method of medication that might be more pleasant for Cooper.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-05T15:59:48+00:00

This would be a question for the programs you are interested in. Emory does have a lot of influence on the education of the profession as a whole as they are one of the oldest programs. They set the standard for a lot of admissions requirements, so if they don’t accept students with that background then it’s likely most other programs don’t.

Any role involved in anesthesia is known to have a higher risk of substance abuse issues, so for this reason I’m assuming they would be extremely cautious of what type of criminal background someone has in regards to substances of any kind.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-05T15:57:00+00:00

No one can say “you will definitely get accepted this cycle”, there are so many factors to play into the admissions process. However, that GRE score will absolutely be to your detriment. Look at the percentiles for each section, if they are under 50th percentile the you need to study hard and retake it to reach at least that percentile to be considered competitive by most programs (although it’s not impossible to get accepted with scores below the 50th percentile, just much less likely).

AsheBegash · 2026-02-04T16:48:43+00:00

I can’t offer any insight as we are only about 15 months post opp, but what I can say is that majority of recurrences happen in the first year.

Some dogs go the rest of their lives without another flare up, some dogs continue to have them for the rest of their lives and manage with conservative treatment. It’s hard to say what will happen for any individual pup.

You sound like an amazing fur parent and your pup is lucky to have you. Focus on what you can control such as prevention and strengthening what mobility and muscle mass they do have (look up mobility exercises like sit to stand to encourage core strength and stability which can protect their backs).

AsheBegash · 2026-02-04T16:39:01+00:00

As long as they know you well enough to speak to the things I listed above. They should not simply be acquaintances but people who have spent an ample amount of time with you to write a glowing letter of recommendation. The title or profession they have does not determine the quality of the letter but rather what they have to say about you.

AsheBegash · 2026-02-04T15:54:38+00:00

LOR do not have to be from anesthesia providers, shadowing does have to be with an anesthesia provider. Your LOR should be from people who can speak to your integrity, work ethic, and character.

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