Anyone else rejected after interview?

wspfan · Jun 27, 2010

I have had the "experience" of having to apply more than once before I got into a CRNA program. What I can tell you is this:

1. Do your homework. Write the director of the program you are most interested in and inquire what you can do to make yourself a stronger candidate.

2. Re-take any science class you did not get an A in.

3. Consider out of state schools-the more schools you apply to, the bett

er chance of getting in. I realize that it becomes expensive, but the payoff in the end will far be greater than the short term expense now.

4. Prepare heavily for the GRE.

Perseverance is key with getting in. Keep your head high, and if it's your desire to become a CRNA, don't give up. Good luck.

ucan2ccrn · Jun 28, 2010

WSPFAN- I agree with applying out of state. I am blessed to be in the situation to move for school when that time comes ( no kids yet...and a supportive husband) Science GPA is > 3.5. recently passed the CCRN. Graduate courses (name it, and I have taken it ) What school did you get into? and what did you differently the second time around? This is going to help some of us on this journey.

wspfan · Jun 28, 2010

I did get a Master's of Science in Nursing-Leadership (but only to help improve my cum GPA and buffer my GRE score). I re-took science classes and got A's in them, certified in Critical Care, Emergency Nursing, Trauma and Peds.

What did I do differently, persevere. I knew in my heart that this was my passion and I wasn't going to stop trying until someone let me in.

I ended up getting into Webster University in St Louis and Wolford College in Florida. Florida worked out better for me and my family. Good luck.

ucan2ccrn · Jun 29, 2010

wspfan- Thanks for the encouragement. I will be applying to Webster this summer, any advice for this school?

wspfan · Jun 30, 2010

It sounds like you will be fine for Webster. They look at GPA and the whole person. I really liked that school as I am originally from that area. Their program is EXCELLENT, but it is longer (33 months) and it was the most expensive school I applied to. They called 3 people from the alternate list this year, and I heard that they didn't fill all of their seats the year before. It probably just comes down to the economy, because their program is wicked good.

The interview is not bad, a few clinical questions in front of a panel and a 1:1 meeting with a dean of the program. While you are waiting for you panel interviews/dean meeting, you get to talk to 5-7 students to ask any question you want about the program. Really a great experience. Such a nice program, too bad it was so expensive and so long... :) Good luck.

ucan2ccrn · Jul 1, 2010

I take it, you went with the shorter and cheapier school. I hear you on that. 33 months is a long time and you still end up with only a masters, you would think a docturate in that length of time. Questions? they ask for a copy of your CCRN score results, whats up with that? I know of one other school that wants that and it is in TX. No biggie just trying to see what scores are they wanting to see for admission. Could you PM with some specific questions asked at the interview. Thanks for all your encouragement.

urnmurn · Jul 18, 2010

I was recently admitted to Webster's program but i was like you i didn't get in on the first go around. They arereally great and will work with you to get in if you show them that you can put forth the effort. In the summer they hold refesher courses in biochem and cell biology that are very helpful. If you get an interview and don't get accepted they are more than willing to sit down with you and discuss what you should do.

fyi. the program is only 30 months.

good luck

ucan2ccrn · Jul 21, 2010

urnmurn: What would you recommend for admission to Webster? I will be appyling there this fall, since I passed the CCRN and its mandatory. Do they look down if you did not make a steller score on the CCRN?. and what did you do differently to get in on the second round? Thanks.