Case Western Graduate Entry Program Fall 2016

hannab1 · Mar 14, 2016

Yeah, Ill message you!

hannab1 · Mar 14, 2016

Ok NVM ha cant send private messages I guess! But basically, during the first part you graduate with you MN, which is a BSN that focuses on leadership. This gives you a bit of a head-up above other BSN applicants for jobs. After that, you may choose to go straight through to the MSN portion for some majors, or take some time off and work with your MN as a registered nurse. When you choose to go back to get you MSN you don't have to reapply, unless you are interested in CRNA. In my case, this was more appealing because it gives me an opportunity to get more hands-on experience as a nurse before I dive into being an NP and prescribing. By working and then going back, this also gives you the ability to work with a hospital and do your MSN part time while they pay for your schooling.

misha209 · Mar 15, 2016

Hannah THANK YOU!! I had a feeling that was the case for Case (LOL), but I wanted to make sure I understood correctly. The fact that there is an option to take a break and work is exactly why I applied to the program in the first place, so the different information from faculty threw me off. I have the same thoughts about gaining experience before going into a specialty as an NP. Are you from the area or will you be moving from out of state? I'm from CA so it will be a big change for me. There's a very high chance I will accept.

I was thinking about reaching out to the school to chat with current students or alumna. Have you heard anything from people in the program?

hannab1 · Mar 15, 2016

No I'm actually from Saint Louis. I'm finishing up my undergrad in Dayton, OH and my boyfriend is from Cleveland so I'm pretty familiar with the area. I actually haven't thought about reaching out to alumni, but thats a really great idea! Let me know if you get any good info!

misha209 · Mar 15, 2016

Cool! That's great that your partner will be with you...aka ideal living situation haha!! What do you think about the city (pros/cons?) Also, would love to keep in touch! My email is [email protected]

If anyone else gets accepted, feel free to email me!

misha209 · Mar 23, 2016

Hey "bay area fnp to be"! Any good news from your interviews? Did you end up getting an interview with Case Western? I think they're still in the process of reviewing if you're nervous!

MondanaDeVonne · Apr 1, 2016

Hello! I was admitted into the MN program, is anyone going?

lyndsmar · Apr 3, 2016

Hi! I was also admitted! I am currently debating between going to Case and Cinci. I'm trying to weigh the pros and cons of each. I feel that Case is a better name school, but it is just SO expensive. I calculated 80,000 more than Cinci's accelerated program. So my debate is, do I bite the bullet and will it be worth it later? Or will I achieve the same outcome (salary, job offers, program specifics) by going the cheaper route at Cinci, since NPs are in such high demand. Does anyone have any insight? What are your thoughts on how you're going to deal with the tuition?

MondanaDeVonne · Apr 3, 2016

Those are good questions! I have some cheaper options as well so I'm wondering if the tuition is worth it job wise.

hannab1 · Apr 3, 2016

I decided to go to Case, I know it is expensive but I just liked the program when I visited more. I'm looking to go into neonatal, and I like how their program works. Once you get your MN, you can work while getting your NP part time. There are certain opportunities where hospitals will pay for your education if you agree to work for them once you get your NP.

misha209 · Apr 4, 2016

At this point, I'm decide to go with Case as well. One part of why I'm leaning towards it is because of it's reputation, but also I really value the way they've communicated with me over the past few months. With many other schools, support was patchy through interviews and I took that as a reflection of the support I would receive in the program. Since I don't have real clinical experience as a nurse another key factor for me is clinical hours (1000 hrs) and the length of the RN portion of programs. The 2 year MN sounds better to me than most 11-15 month accelerated programs because it means more time to practice and get comfortable. Also I like the idea that you can defer after the MN portion to work off your loans and come back OR finish somewhere else.

alexmichael · Apr 5, 2016

Hi guys!

Has anyone else just gotten their applications in? I submitted my app March 4th but my last recommender didn't submit her letter until the 30th. I was wondering if anyone is still waiting to hear back like me.