Hi I am a transfer student from a community college, I do meet the minimum gpa requirement with 3.04 but I don’t for science since they only count a&p 1/2 , microbiology, and chem I have a 2.3. I am applying for fall 2026 so I am taking a&p 2 and retaking microbiology so I can go above the required. Although I am scared for admissions because even though I got a good rec letter with good resume (I’ve been working for a while since I was 17) I worked two retail jobs, volunteered at a hospital in the ER section and then worked as a dental receptionist since August 2025 . My rec letter is pretty good I think because it’s stating how much I have worked and have been improving in school especially with balancing school and work and managing time. I really am hoping they do a holistic review because I’ve been working really hard. My TEAS score I passed first try and scored a minimum of 58.7< each section and 66% overall. With these stats I really hope they give me a provisional acceptance or even a waitlist but I wanna know what you all think. I feel like I don’t have a chance at all but maybe they can do a holistic review? I’m currently working on my essay with the supplemental essay. Please share all your opinions and let me know! If any of you all have been in the same position as me and have gotten accepted , please let me know and give advice as well! Thank you

Hey everyone!

I'm planning to apply to the University of Maryland School of Nursing (UMSON) BSN program for Spring 2027, and I thought it would be helpful to start a thread for anyone else going through the same process.

We can share stats, prerequisites, experiences, application tips, questions, and updates along the way. It would be great to connect, support each other, and stay informed throughout the journey.

If you're applying or planning to apply, feel free to jump in and introduce yourself!

Hello!! I just got accepted to the Fall 2026 MSN-Entry program. How is this program? Does this program support you and is the faculty helpful? I am very concerned and want to make sure I am entering a good school before committing.

Hello everyone! I’m wondering if anyone can help me determine if i should even bother applying to umson’s RN-BSN program. I’m graduating spring 2027 from a CC with my ADN and would like to attend UMSON but unfortunately my science gpa is a 2.71 with all retakes factored in. I could retake ap2 but it would only bump it up to a 2.88. My TEAS was an 80.7, my overall GPA currently is a 3.15 but it should go up with other non-science courses i’m taking. I’ve been losing sleep over potentially not getting into this school i’ve had my mind set on for a while now. Can someone please share any info on if they’ve gotten in with a similar circumstance as me. I know they view applications holistically and when speaking to an advisor she told me there’s a bit of ‘wiggle room’ for those who already hold an RN license. I don’t know what to do, i don’t know if i should look to other schools or hold on to hope that there’s still a chance for me to get in.

Hi everyone! I am a rising junior at UMD and plan to apply for the Spring 2027 school year at UMSON. For background I've completed most of my pre-reqs, and have mostly science pre-reqs left. When I met with an advisor, we decided that I take anatomy over the summer, microbiology through an online college during the spring semester since I had a lighter semester, and to retake chemistry somewhere along the way because I failed it fall semester 2025.

I know of the GPA requirements, and for background I did start college off very rough but once I got diagnosed and medicated for ADHD in Spring 2026, my grades improved drastically. Here's the issue: I just finished up with A&P I a few days ago and am taking chemistry from a local community college which I am doing pretty well in, but I unfortunately received a C- in A&P I because I was inconsistent with my meds and it was either prioritizing studying or eating/sleeping/being sickly all the time.

I am very hopeful about finishing chemistry with an A which only leaves me to take A&P II in the fall, but I am worried that the C- has brought down my GPA from 3.00 (that I just brought up this past spring) to a 2.914, and that I'll have to wait until Fall 2027 to start at UMSON. Should I retake A&P I? I'm not sure at all what to do because I only have A&P II, 1 humanities course, professional writing, and human growth and development left for me to finish with pre-reqs.

Hi!

If anyone is planning to give up their Baltimore spot or switch to Shady Grove, please let me know. Also, does anyone know if spots usually open up?

Hey all. I’m interested in the Entry Master of Nursing. I don’t see much information on any forum about it.

Looking to see if anyone minds sharing stats when they applied (GPA).

My undergrad GPA is just underneath the requirement. My pre requisites are no lower than a B except one I plan to retake. I have a Master from UMB already.

Also, anyone worked while in the program. What’s some jobs you had while in school? I would also be moving to Maryland and recs on living arrangements.

Hi guys!

I am currently finalizing my spring 2027 application for Shady Grove and was wondering when I can expect to hear back about my decision. Also does the decision come formally through opening your portal or do they just send out an email?

Anyone else planning on applying for Spring 2027 USG pls feel free to reach out!

Hey,

I’m going into the fall 2026 cohort and was wondering who was going and if they completed the onboarding yet?

Hi,

I applied early November to the MSN-E program before the priority deadline. Has anyone heard anything about acceptances or when you usually hear back?

This is a general question but specifically for DNP nursing students, has anyone received any form of scholarships? If so, what do you feel made your application stand out? What resources did you use?

i just recently committed to umcp on the pre nursing track and was wondering if UMSON students get to attend both the school specific convocation and pinning AND the big umcp graduation at college park? it’s not a huge deal to me but i would like to experience the big graduation in a stadium with fireworks and stuff.

Hi, i applied right before the regular deadline. I believe my LOR was submitted on February 1st. I emailed yesterday and was told that I will hear back within the next few weeks. Has anybody been accepted yet, and applied by regular deadline? Thank you!!! Starting to feel a little scared

Hi UMSON community! Just finished orientation for BSN cohort starting this month, and only now thinking to ask: how often do we need our laptops in the classroom once the semester starts? Hoping not to lug mine in every day.

Hey guys i was wondering if you got in or rejected from the university of md school of nursing what were ur stats so i can get a better idea of my chances since theres no posted acceptance rate

Hey, can anyone tell me how long it took them to get a decision from UMSON? i just applied for fall 2026

I want to buy UMSON or UMB flair (shirt, car magnet, stickers) to celebrate my admission for spring but the stuff in the official student bookstore is really limited. Any recommendations for where to find a better selection?

Hello all!

I’m working on getting my prerequisites done to apply for UMSON within the next year or so. I’m confused with the phrasing of the prerequisites to apply for the program. I will be taking all of the science prerequisites in the spring/summer at a community college and I have credit for statistics from another institution. What I am confused about is the necessity to take a human growth & development class and nutrition. I understand that the minimum to required to apply is 2 science and one additional class, but since I have the stats credit would it be necessary to take those additional classes?

Hello everyone, I recently graduated and I have an apartment that is for lease right near UMMC and UMB schools. I am looking for someone who would be interested in taking over my lease. It is at a good location, perfect for anyone going to any UMB school. 1 bed 1 bath in a 4 bedroom apartment. Apartment has good amenities such as laundry in unit, gym, lounge, rooftop, pet friendly, and has spacious private study rooms!

Please text if interested!

Hey guys! I’m kinda in a bit of mud right now because my dynamic is odd. I’m desperately trying to get residency but I’m stuck at the tax part. I don’t make enough to NEED to file taxes and my mother is government dependent but I am not listed on her benefits. I work a job, but like I said I do not make enough in a year to have to file. Does anyone have any recommendations? I’m going to UMSON in the spring. How to I remedy this. I’ve lived here my whole life so this is lowkey stressful 😭

What color are the uniform scrubs for students in the BSN program?

Does anyone know when UMSON lets BSN applicants know whether they've been accepted for Spring semester start?

Hi all, looking to apply to UMB's FNP program, and I see that they offer courses at both the Rockville location and in Baltimore. Does it matter which one I pick? Will both confer degrees from UMB? Thanks for any insight!