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Hello, anyone else applying for the CNL program spring 2018? My application is complete and ready for review. Just wanted to see where everyone else is at..

I've been a lurker here all cycle long, but sadly I got my rejection email today. Extremely disappointed and heart broken quite frankly, but what can you do. I plan on applying again next cycle, and there are always things we can do better, but I am just having a hard time figuring out what. Congratulations to those that have gotten in! Were any of you re-applicants? If so, what did you try to improve to get in this time around?

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Hi CNLcurious,

I'm very sorry you were not accepted this go round. Please don't be discouraged. I know that sounds easier said than done. There are so many factors that play a role in being accepted into the program.

A friend was not accepted because their letter of recommendation was not from an instructor but was from their boss. Well at least that is what they thought.

I believe the essay plays a big role and should really highlight your interest and experience as well as align with the roles of a CNL.

This site is very helpful because you can obtain lots of information and chat with different folks.

Don't give up and good luck in your future!

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SOOO I just received a email yesterday that they have been attempting to request an interview!!! I called right away, I have not received anything... After speaking with CNL Coordinator I searched inbox and junk, nothing! BUT I'm setting up an interview!!! What did y'all wear? Do I need a jacket? I can't hardly stand it! My application has been completed since June 10!!!

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Congratulations! That's awesome! It's up to you on the attire. A jacket is always nice, some people wear a nice cardigan, etc. Since it's your first impression, I would dress to impress but represent "you." Good luck!!

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Hey guys, who else has orientation on Dec 19th? And does anyone know if we will be having a white coat ceremony and when?

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I will be there Dec 19th! See you there! Haven't heard anything about the white coat ceremony yet. I did go on the bookstore website and it has the books posted for next semester. I've been looking for deals online.

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I think we'll have one just like they did for the fall semester. About the books, I thought we had to get them from the bookstore? It'll be great to buy them now and start studying. Were you able to find any good deals?

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Yes. I got almost all of them used. My total was around $800. Got most of them on Amazon. Just copied and pasted the ISBN number in the search bar and looked for used deals.

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I'll be there on the 19th as well!

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Posting this on a few forums, but I have a question about the UMD CNL program that I haven't been able to get a clear answer on. Completion of the program earns a Masters degree - but, in what specifically? It sounds like it's not in nursing, but is it a general masters degree?

Also: do you know if, with this degree from UMD SON, one could complete a post masters certificate program to enter into advanced practice nursing (FNP)?

Or would you need a Masters in Nursing? Trying to get things straight and the wording from the website is a bit vague. Any idea?

Thanks!

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Hello SNP22,

Upon completion of the program you'll have a master's of science in nursing degree. You can also look at it as a master of science with a concentration in nursing degree. After graduation you can apply for the DNP program to become a nurse practitioner, you may also choose to go into anesthesia. You don't need another master's degree to get into a doctorate/specialty program.

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Let me also add that after you complete the CNL program you get the opportunity to sit for the NCLEX exam to become an RN. Which makes you a registered nurse with a master's degree in nursing. That places you above the normal BSN or RN programs even tho you may still be competing for the same jobs but I think salary is a bit higher with a CNL. You may also choose to take the CNL certification exam upon completion of the program

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