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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.
Most people get $25k Columbia PLUS (pre-licensure undergrad scholarship... free money). That brings the tuition down to $57K. There are 2 other scholarships that are need based: RWJF and Teich, they are worth $10K each. You have to be pretty "financially disadvantaged" to get either... I applied, but I was not poor enough. Federal loans and such depend on what you've already used up from first undergrad degree (Stafford etc have limits) and your info on FAFSA. Can't believe you guys are already starting a 2015 thread... haha, very gunner of you :)
Just a heads up for those who are thinking about applying to CU this year: I remember hearing during visiting day that this is the last year they're offering the ETP/direct-entry NP program and are converting it to a general masters/DNP program next year. Does anyone else remember hearing this? You guys should probably confirm with someone in admissions though just to be safe.
They are changing the program-- it will no longer be a BS/MS NP in 2 1/2 yrs. It will be a generalist MS that will matriculate into a DNP program to become an NP. Basically, it sound like they will not be offering a masters NP anymore...I am not sure if they will be offering a separate ABSN program. They are pushing the DNP pretty hard... Hope this helps!
sweet03nesy
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Anyone off the wait list yet? I'm so anxious. #waitingforamiracle