California State University Long Beach (CSULB) - BSN to DNP, FNP

[StudentDNP]

Hello! Anyone here got accepted to CSULB BSN-DNP, FNP? I just want to hear from you guys. How do you guys feel, excited , nervous? And by the way congratulations and good luck to us.

[penanko]

Hi... I'm actually thinking of applying to this program and would really appreciate some guidance. If you have the time, could you PM me. Much thanks. 

[Keiko]

Hi, 

I am also thinking of applying but went to the info session and was wondering what they meant by "upper division statistics".  Is this a regular college level statistics course? 

Thanks

[brye-an]

Hello, I have an interview tomorrow for the program. Any tips?

[brye-an]

Good morning, I am replying to somone who messaged me privately about how my interview went; however, I cant reply to them, so I will post publicly for the sake of helping others out. The interview went well. I felt it was really quick, and I felt I answered the questions to the best of my ability and knowledge. It also seems that they know that you won't know the answers or be familiar with exactly they are asking for. Seems like they want to get to know you and what you think the answer is. It's good to know beforehand why you want to join the program, why you chose the path you are choosing (Family, gero, acute, or pysch), why you want a doctorate degree, and think about how you will prepare for the program (time, sacrifices, support). The interviewers and all the staff are really nice and supportive. During the first half of the day we wrote a small paper on a published study. Be ready to write to the best of your ability. It's okay if you aren't the best. Just write! We are all nurses, so we are all capable of doing it! Good luck! P.S. I am starting this fall 2024 DNP Family!

[nurse.crys17]

@brye-an Hi, I am a year late to the discussion, but thank you for sharing about your tips and interview experience. Hopefully the program is treating you well :) I am trying to apply to the CSULB DNP Program for Fall 2026. I am wondering if you have any advice on how to make my application stand out, especially in the essay, resume, and interview portions? I went to an Info session recently and they said that entry into the program is extremely competitive with limited spots, so I was hoping to get some insight on what an ideal candidate would look like. If you do see this message and reply, thank you in advance for your time!

[brye-an]

@nurse.crys17 Good evening, I am happy to hear that you are applying. I highly encourage those who are interested to apply. I was told that the 2025 DNP program had approximately 100 applicants, and 40 were accepted. As far as standing out, I think what's most important is that you have all the prerequisites to apply to the program. If those fundamental parts of the application are done successfully, you are already at an advantage. From my perspective, the interviewers are looking for people who genuinely want to be there. They are looking for people who have experience in the track that they are applying to. Also, they are looking for people who are serious about the opportunity to further their education. They want to be confident in you as a candidate that you will make the sacrifices necessary to get through the program. Overall, if you meet all the prerequisites and you are genuinely interested in the NP track you're applying for, I think you will have a good shot! Please let me know if you have any other questions. Good luck!