Columbia BSN/MSN ETP 2014

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I was surprised that there didn't seem to be a thread for this year's applicants to Columbia's ETP program. So I thought I would start one. The information session was today, but I wasn't able to go. :( I was hoping someone else went and would be able to post any admission statistics or tips for the personal statement they gave.

Hey Cookiedots, just FYI, I heard in the MGH thread that the RWJ deadline is really due March 3rd and only has one question now instead of several.

Also, Droux, you are killing me with you statistics!! :)

I am also deciding between CU and MGH, mfs298. My brain and some of my heart says CU. The fact that we've already gotten multiple emails RE visiting day, financial aid, and welcome messages speaks to the overall quality of the program. I realize it's a "bigger and better" institution and as such, it has the means to do so. However, I will be spending quite a sum, so I want those bells and whistles. And, god, am I a sucker for libraries.

MGH, on the other hand, is in Boston. That is the only thing holding me back at this point. I love everything about CU except its location. (And that should be taken with a grain of salt because I love NYC.) However, the idea of spending a minimum three years there is scary. Part of me thinks I should choose CU, at least for the year, get my BSN, work for at least a year in Boston, and see how I feel about moving back. If it doesn't seem plausible, I may just continue to work as an RN and reapply to part time Master's programs at a later date.

Does anyone view that above option as a horrible/counter-productive idea? Advice, please.

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Hey Cookiedots, just FYI, I heard in the MGH thread that the RWJ deadline is really due March 3rd and only has one question now instead of several.

Also, Droux, you are killing me with you statistics!! :)

I am also deciding between CU and MGH, mfs298. My brain and some of my heart says CU. The fact that we've already gotten multiple emails RE visiting day, financial aid, and welcome messages speaks to the overall quality of the program. I realize it's a "bigger and better" institution and as such, it has the means to do so. However, I will be spending quite a sum, so I want those bells and whistles. And, god, am I a sucker for libraries.

MGH, on the other hand, is in Boston. That is the only thing holding me back at this point. I love everything about CU except its location. (And that should be taken with a grain of salt because I love NYC.) However, the idea of spending a minimum three years there is scary. Part of me thinks I should choose CU, at least for the year, get my BSN, work for at least a year in Boston, and see how I feel about moving back. If it doesn't seem plausible, I may just continue to work as an RN and reapply to part time Master's programs at a later date.

Does anyone view that above option as a horrible/counter-productive idea? Advice, please.

I don't think it's counter productive at all!

It sounds like Columbia encourages students to take a year off between the BS and MS portions of the program. Getting experience is always a good thing - you've chosen a speciality but it's possible you'll fall in love with something else once you get started and may want to switch! Also, a lot of hospitals encourage employees to get higher education, you could be employed by one that will help pay for your masters.

I think it really depends on what you're feeling. If you can take the time to explore then I would do that. For those who are older (like myself), who are trying to get established, start families etc it may not be so appealing. Personally I know I want to be an NP, I know exactly what population I want to work in (to start out at least!) and what I want to do there. I don't want to delay getting to my end goal so I plan to go straight through unless I burn out :)

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Droux, NS14 and torzorz--Thank you for weighing in! I agree with all of you, and relate to many of the things you have been sharing. I am leaning heavily towards the CU program (waiting to hear from Vanderbilt,) and all the "connection" going on between accepted ETPers and CU emails is very encouraging. I am looking forward to visiting day, and hoping that it will all be clear to me whether the program feels "right" or not. This is a HUGE life change for all of us, and I think it is important to weigh everything...in the end, at least for me, it will come down to my gut, and taking the leap of faith that the decision I make is the best one for me.

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If we get a name tag at visiting students day, we should totally write our screen names on them. How the hell else are we supposed to find someone with the name, NS14 and ariahealingarts!? Droux is not super obvious either :specs:

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I was thinking the same thing, Droux! Are you guys on the CU ETP 2014 FB group? I bet we have been in touch in both places without knowing :)

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Just got an offer to interview at Northeastern but idk guys :/ ...Columbia has been soooo informative and don't even get me started on Miss. Melissa at Yale with all those emails; that lady is a saint! Northeastern barely gets back to me (or answers the phone for that matter) when I call/email. Does anyone know anything about the program at NEU and how their students have felt about it?

Sorry I know this is not on-topic but even a little dash of insight would be appreciated :)

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There are a bunch of people on the MGH thread who were accepted to NEU, so check there. It's almost like a dual MGH/NEU thread. They haven't spoke highly of it. Something about a hybrid program/online program when they applied to a campus program. I am not sure, I didn't apply there. Good luck to you!

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Hey Wellthen,

I applied to NEU for traditional, got an email about the hybrid. Not really interested in spending money on online classes (although they can be convenient) but this is another skepticism I have with MGH.

I assume your interview is for the traditional, in which case, there's a thread for that, just make sure you use "traditional" in your search. The on-campus program seems great to me but I'm highly skeptical of the hybrid. If that is who your interview is with, the thread says something like "NEU spring hybrid 2014."

Compared to the CU and MGH threads however, the NEU hybrid discussion is pretty scanty when it comes to facts on the program. I think everyone is confused about the legitimacy for the NEU hybrid.

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Thanks droux I'll be sure to check that out. Yayy more threads to stalk!

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Yikes! NS14 that does not sound promising. My interview would be with Mary Foley who I believe is associated with the master's program. Ughh if people are already confused and there is inconsistent information then I can't see how it would be a good place to go. I think I'll just do the phone interview since I'm iffy about the place and doing that won't really cost anything. :grumpy:

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Any info from the hopeful wait-listers? I'm guessing they'll start contacting ppl from the wait-list the week of march 24-28, since the deposits are due the 21st and they said if we don't hear back by April 1st, there are no more spots available. Does that sound right?

:nailbiting: #prayerswelcomed ! :blink:

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Hi everyone! I'm originally from CA, so if I were to move to NY to attend Columbia, I'd eventually want to return home and practice there. However, on the Columbia's 2011 ETP thread, someone wrote this:

"Regarding licensing, the NP license if awarded in NY must be used for at least six months in state before it is transferable to other states. So consider this when timing out your life. You will need to stay in NY for an extra 6 months after conferral of the MSN. If you choose to NOT do this, depending on the state you get licensed in, you will need to work under a medical professional for a varying number of hours. BASICALLY, being underpaid and over supervised!"

So it sounds like we're required to work in NY for at least 6 months before we can move to a different state. Taking into account that we wouldn't be able to find work right away, this means staying in NY for an additional year or so, which is definitely pricey! Does anyone know if this requirement still holds true today or if the licensing policy has changed at all?

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