Columbia DNP-FNP Summer 2022

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Hi there,

I  creating this thread to connect with other applicants applying to Columbia's BS-DNP FNP program that starts in June. I submitted my application February 10 and I am waiting to hear back! Very excited =).

Specializes in Hospice.

Thankfully the wait is over. I got denied but good luck to all of you! 

Best of luck and upwards and onwards my fellow nurses! 

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Specializes in Pediatric Primary Care Rheumatology Allergy/Immu.

Literally just got my acceptance letter into Columbia! Good luck everyone!!

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Specializes in SICU/MICU.
1 minute ago, NurseChae said:

Literally just got my acceptance letter into Columbia! Good luck everyone!!

Congratulations!! Are you doing peds? 

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@JerseyNurse25 I applied to the PMHNP. And you? 

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Specializes in Cardiac ICU.

Hi guys! I got my acceptance. I applied FNP ☺️ Congrats to everyone! And thankful for this open forum 

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Specializes in Pediatric Primary Care Rheumatology Allergy/Immu.
41 minutes ago, JerseyNurse25 said:

Congratulations!! Are you doing peds? 

Yes I am!

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Specializes in Hospice.

Many congrats to all you fine nurses!! 

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Specializes in SICU/MICU.

That's awesome congrats to all of you that applied and got in that was a long wait. Unfortunately I have to wait until July for the final word. 

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I got accepted as well, I’m so relieved and also stressed about the move so soon! Anyone have any tips on relatively safe areas that are  affordable LOL! 

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I got into the PMHNP program! Just found out yesterday. I have no idea what to do because it's so expensive and cost of living is high. Ugh!

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Specializes in Cardiac ICU.

Definitely going to have to pull out hefty loans and work full-time with school ?

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Hey everyone!

Congrats on getting accepted into CUSON! I’m currently finishing up my 1st year in the DNP program, and it’s been challenging but rewarding. I’m in the Acute Care DNP program, and I’ve had about 3 years of RN experience prior to applying to this program.

I know that one of the main challenges of this program is that it’s full-time and juggling school with work. Personally, I believe the 1st year is doable being FT in school and FT at work. I was able to do it, as my workplace was accommodating and allowed me to schedule myself off during school days. However, depending on which program you applied to, you may have 5-6 classes per semester. I’ve heard of my Psych DNP colleagues, who are also finishing up their 1st year in the program, were having up to 7-9 classes in one semester. Eventually, you may have to think about going per diem or part-time, as your 2nd year will be where you have  your clinical rotations.

Costs are going to be terrible as this is Columbia and you’re paying for an Ivy League status. But since the program is FT and it’ll take you less than 2.5 years to finish the program, I think it’s worth it. Columbia should’ve offered you a hefty scholarship for the program, and there’s always the option for student loans.

If you guys have any questions, please feel free to message me! Congrats again and you’ll be great!

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