Case Western Reserve Students?

catcolalex · Dec 6, 2004

I am applying to Case Western Reserve University in the next few months, and am trying to begin prepping for the interview. Can anyone shed some light on what their interview is like? I know they now have rolling admissions, so are interviews granted fairly quickly after application?
Any information would be greatly appreciated.

All I can say is make sure that your application is there and complete. I sent an application to them and had my undergrad schools send transcripts like it says in the application requirements, but one of the schools did not send them. Long story short, I paid 75 dollars to be told that my application would not be considered because it was incomplete. check and double check. good luck.

krinklesRN · Dec 6, 2004

I am applying to Case Western Reserve University in the next few months, and am trying to begin prepping for the interview. Can anyone shed some light on what their interview is like? I know they now have rolling admissions, so are interviews granted fairly quickly after application?
Any information would be greatly appreciated.

nothing case western does is 'quick.' :chuckle

i withdrew my application from case when i accepted a position at akron, but was told their interview process is aimed at finding a 'good fit' with their program 'ideal.' they ask no clinical questions, but focus on the 'hows and whys' of your pursuit of a CRNA program/education.

they seem to be looking for assertive individuals, and tend to direct many of the interview questions at your 'perceived' weaknesses ((i.e. - lack of experience, standardized scores, and/or gpa)).

IMHO... it would serve you well to really look at your application and experience...and develop strong/honest responses to any and all potential weak spots!!

hope this helps... and good luck!!! :)

krinklesRN

apaisRN, RN, CRNA · Dec 6, 2004

All I can say is make sure that your application is there and complete. I sent an application to them and had my undergrad schools send transcripts like it says in the application requirements, but one of the schools did not send them. Long story short, I paid 75 dollars to be told that my application would not be considered because it was incomplete. check and double check. good luck.

You just inspired me to resend a couple transcripts. The school where I got my BSN has its head up its a$$ and already two transcripts have not arrived as requested. I didn't imagine that a school would take your money and not even look at your info - I'm asking for new copies to be sent today!

CRNAsoon · Dec 6, 2004

All I can say is make sure that your application is there and complete. I sent an application to them and had my undergrad schools send transcripts like it says in the application requirements, but one of the schools did not send them. Long story short, I paid 75 dollars to be told that my application would not be considered because it was incomplete. check and double check. good luck.

Thanks for the response. I'll make certain to cross my t's and dot my i's.

CRNAsoon · Dec 6, 2004

nothing case western does is 'quick.' :chuckle

i withdrew my application from case when i accepted a position at akron, but was told their interview process is aimed at finding a 'good fit' with their program 'ideal.' they ask no clinical questions, but focus on the 'hows and whys' of your pursuit of a CRNA program/education.

they seem to be looking for assertive individuals, and tend to direct many of the interview questions at your 'perceived' weaknesses ((i.e. - lack of experience, standardized scores, and/or gpa)).

IMHO... it would serve you well to really look at your application and experience...and develop strong/honest responses to any and all potential weak spots!!

hope this helps... and good luck!!! :)

krinklesRN

KrinklesRN ... Thank you for taking the time to share this valuable information. I truly appreciate your candor and advice and will begin working on responses, right away.

CRNAsoon · Dec 6, 2004

You just inspired me to resend a couple transcripts. The school where I got my BSN has its head up its a$$ and already two transcripts have not arrived as requested. I didn't imagine that a school would take your money and not even look at your info - I'm asking for new copies to be sent today!

Go light a fire under 'em and Good Luck!

:-)

heartICU · Dec 6, 2004

I am a current student at Case, so I can give you a little insight. Krinkles was correct - they have limited questions on clinical situations - usually just one, and it's not one that requires extensive clinical knowledge. Basically, they want to know if you have the personality, drive, ambition, and assertiveness for this kind of work.

As far as their application process being quick, they have already accepted part of next year's class, so if I were you I would apply soon. They switched to rolling admissions this year. A friend of mine turned in her complete application and had an interview within two weeks, and she was accepted.

If you want any more info, PM me. Good luck!

kjt2004 · Dec 6, 2004

You should reheorifice before the interview. Anticipate their questions. For example:Why do you want to become a CRNA?( at least four solid reasons) What are your strengths? ( at least 4)What is your weaknes?(at least 1 that can be a positive)Why are you choosing that school? (Research that school and find at least 4 good facts about the school.)What are your goals?

Write the questions and answers down.you can also write questions and answers you feel they might ask. Rehease out loud. Doing this will also decrease some of your anxiety during the interview. Reheorifice, Reheorifice,Reheorifice.

Always anticipate clinical questions. if you don't know say so. Don't BS them. From experience i have realized that the interview style one year is not neccessarily the interview style for the following year. one year they may ask clinical questions and the next year they don't.

CRNAsoon · Dec 11, 2004

I am a current student at Case, so I can give you a little insight. Krinkles was correct - they have limited questions on clinical situations - usually just one, and it's not one that requires extensive clinical knowledge. Basically, they want to know if you have the personality, drive, ambition, and assertiveness for this kind of work.
As far as their application process being quick, they have already accepted part of next year's class, so if I were you I would apply soon. They switched to rolling admissions this year. A friend of mine turned in her complete application and had an interview within two weeks, and she was accepted.
If you want any more info, PM me. Good luck!

Thanks for the info. I just PM'd you ... CRNAsoon

CRNAsoon · Dec 11, 2004

You should reheorifice before the interview. Anticipate their questions. For example:Why do you want to become a CRNA?( at least four solid reasons) What are your strengths? ( at least 4)What is your weaknes?(at least 1 that can be a positive)Why are you choosing that school? (Research that school and find at least 4 good facts about the school.)What are your goals?
Write the questions and answers down.you can also write questions and answers you feel they might ask. Rehease out loud. Doing this will also decrease some of your anxiety during the interview. Reheorifice, Reheorifice,Reheorifice.
Always anticipate clinical questions. if you don't know say so. Don't BS them. From experience i have realized that the interview style one year is not neccessarily the interview style for the following year. one year they may ask clinical questions and the next year they don't.

Very good advice. I really like specifics and non-ambiguity so this is great advice.