Barry University CRNA 2025 Application

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Members are discussing their experiences with being waitlisted for a CRNA program, sharing updates on the number of spots left and when they may hear back. Some members are also discussing changes to a course in the program and expressing hope and optimism about potentially getting off the waitlist.

Wanted to start thread because I have not come across a forum for the CRNA 2025 application deadline. Good luck to those applying!

Specializes in ED, CICU, MICU.

I got accepted to the Orlando campus! The wait is such a struggle but honestly, this feeling was so worth it. 

Stats: 3.65 cumulative, 3.82 Nursing, 3.49 science

ED: 4 years (Level I with trauma experience), CICU/MICU: 1.5 years with all device experience except ECMO; 52 hours of shadow experience across adult and pediatric populations

GRE: 310 4.5 writing (GregMat is amazing)

Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, CCRN, TNCC, NIHSS

Involvement: charge experience (havent been a charge in like 3 years), preceptor, nurse practice councils, shared governance quality, safety, and outcomes council (Hospital-wide), AACN member, Diversity CRNA member, volunteering experience.

Prep: This is my first time applying, and this is my dream, so I studied drugs, pathophysiology, and devices for months and did tons of mock interview prep (Find someone who knows what the schools are looking for to give you honest feedback) and retook classes.

The waiting game was extraordinarily stressful, but I am just beyond happy I stuck it out and was persistent in self-study. GOOD LUCK

 

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I'm thrilled to share that I'm going to be a CRNA! I just received my acceptance call and letter from Barry University at their West Palm Beach campus!

Here's a bit about my background:

  • Overall GPA: 3.61
  • Science GPA: 3.52
  • Certification: CCRN

Clinical Experience:

  • 3 years in Trauma/Neuro
  • Nearly 1 year in CVICU

I've had the opportunity to shadow several CRNAs and secured a mentor after attending a Diversity CRNA workshop in April. Additionally, I've taken advanced courses in pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment.

Stay positive and trust the journey, everyone! Remember, persistence is key—if you don't give up, you will become a CRNA!

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SRNAtoCRNA2028 said:

Just got my acceptance call and letter today! Only applied to one school - Barry. Why you ask? Their program outcomes are immaculate and they produce many great CRNAs.

STATS

GPA 3.2 (retook OChem - A)

MICU/SICU/Neuro-CV ICU 4.5 years 

ER 2 years

Currently in PreOp/PACU (developed relationships with Anesthesiologists/CRNA/AAs) Multiple shadowing experience without having the need to go through levels of approval. Simply came in on my day off and ask the Anesthesiologist running the board if I can shadow in which they appoint me to my favorite ones. 
 

Good luck on your interviews! And those feeling discouraged or wait listed. Trust the process, reach out for feedback in regards to your interview and a great resource I recommend to check out is Diversity CRNA!! I attended back in 2019!

Congratulations!  This gives me hope bc my GPA is also 3.2.  I'm glad to know they're considering people with lower GPA's.

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Specializes in Critical Care.
JKRenee said:

Congratulations!  This gives me hope bc my GPA is also 3.2.  I'm glad to know they're considering people with lower GPA's.

Thank you! Absolute bare minimum for programs are 3.0. Bear in mind my GPA was over 10 years ago and the only class I retook was OCHEM since it's been over 5 years. One valuable recommendation is your personality and your answers to EI questions. I've heard stories of those who have near perfect or perfect GPA and STATS and still didn't get in. The interview is the make it or break it! You got this! And strongly recommmend to network at Diversity CRNA!

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Specializes in Critical Care.
Evelyn Maldonado said:

@SRNAtoCRNA2028

Congrats! 🎉 I knew I did poorly on my interview. I should have done a mock prior, and my nerves got the best of me. All I had to do was be myself. Now to improve my profile. I will continue to work on adding a few things and will continue to shadow. 

 

Congrats again! Hope I get a call stating im off the wait-list and accepted! 

Thank you! Strongly brush up on your pharm, clinical situations, and EI questions!!

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I applied 8/31. Did anyone else submit around that date? Have you heard anything from them? Congrats to everyone accepted and/or got an interview! Good luck to everyone who is waiting for a response. We got this, guys!

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My application was submitted 1st week of July and received an email from Barry in September saying it will be reviewed in the order it was received.  I have not heard anything else.  

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I know im late to applying - but did you guys write your whole personal essay in APA format or just listed you references in APA format. the prompt on nursing cas is unclear. I know some people who did their essay single spaced regular format and just did APA for the reference and got into the program, and I see some of you guys saying your personal essay was APA and was 4 pages including the title and reference page - meaning your essay was 2 pages double spaced? 

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Specializes in ICU.
CsicuNurse said:

I know im late to applying - but did you guys write your whole personal essay in APA format or just listed you references in APA format. the prompt on nursing cas is unclear. I know some people who did their essay single spaced regular format and just did APA for the reference and got into the program, and I see some of you guys saying your personal essay was APA and was 4 pages including the title and reference page - meaning your essay was 2 pages double spaced? 

Mine was 5 pages, including cover page and references. I double spaced and my essay only had two lines on the third page. I couldn't cut anymore. 😢

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Specializes in SICU.

I received an update that they might be doing interviews in the Spring. They are accepting more students this term.

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Thank you for the update that there is still hope. 😊

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Specializes in SICU.

Has anyone received a denial? I know people have been accepted. 

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