Columbia ETP 2015

NURSINGFANATIC · Jan 29, 2015

That's good! I don't have a good undergrad GPA but my prerequisite GPA is 4.0 so hopefully they do look at the whole person.

snoozyd, NP · Jan 29, 2015

They look at EVERYTHING so it's not solely based on grades. I know someone who was accepted with an undergrad GPA of 3.0 but stellar essay

That's been my understanding as well. I don't think I would have gotten my first acceptance if schools without interviews were only looking at GPA. Essays count for a good deal!

bri20 · Jan 29, 2015

Hello all! I'm new to this discussion board as well, but everyone's previous posts have been extremely helpful! Has anyone done anything else after submitting their application?

Gradschoolmeg · Jan 29, 2015

I feel like I'm the only one who put all my eggs in one basket by only applying to Columbia :nailbiting: .. I wish I knew whether my essay was making up for where I lacked as far as a 4.0 GPA but since I didn't apply anywhere else I don't. I tried not to think about it and it worked for like a week lol but now anxiety is at an all time high knowing decisions are right around the corner. Good luck guys!!

Gradschoolmeg · Jan 29, 2015

Hello all! I'm new to this discussion board as well, but everyone's previous posts have been extremely helpful! Has anyone done anything else after submitting their application?

As far what? I updated my transcripts but that's because I'm still in school. and welcome!!! =)

bri20 · Jan 29, 2015

I put all my eggs in the Columbia basket as well, but only one more week of this anxiety! (not too comforting, I know). Aside from transcripts, any updates on volunteer/clinical experience?

..and thanks :)

Gradschoolmeg · Jan 29, 2015

I put all my eggs in the Columbia basket as well, but only one more week of this anxiety! (not too comforting, I know). Aside from transcripts, any updates on volunteer/clinical experience?
..and thanks :)

I think we can just update our resumes and upload the new ones.

Gradschoolmeg · Jan 29, 2015

Does anyone know if anyone reapplied to Columbia after not getting in and eventually got in? This has been on my mind a lot lately.

snoozyd, NP · Jan 29, 2015

Does anyone know if anyone reapplied to Columbia after not getting in and eventually got in? This has been on my mind a lot lately.

I know this is easier said than done but don't stress yourself until you need to!! I'm sure this is totally possible. If it does come to that you can try to contact admissions and ask what they might like to see more of on your application so you can work towards that.

sophs12 · Jan 29, 2015

all my eggs are in the Columbia basket too! I've been freaking out especially hard over the last two weeks. My friends and family know not to mention the future (as it relates to me) for the time being! Haha

sz1991 · Jan 30, 2015

I've been working and preparing for graduation :) been trying to keep busy but I can't stop fantasizing. I've applied to other schools but Columbia is my top choice. I work in the ER and got my shift covered next Friday so I can refresh my account every half a second :nailbiting:

Gradschoolmeg · Jan 30, 2015

I've been working and preparing for graduation :) been trying to keep busy but I can't stop fantasizing. I've applied to other schools but Columbia is my top choice. I work in the ER and got my shift covered next Friday so I can refresh my account every half a second

haha I'm supervising next Friday at a particularly busy office which means i'll either have a bunch of pediatric patients scared of the extremely emotional mess supervising the medical assistants or they'll see one really really happy woman and think i'm crazy lol.. :nailbiting: either way, super nervous!!! I'm also trying to keep busy with my last semester of classes which started this week.. I have a move night planned with my son next friday to see Spongebob lol.. it'll either be a celebratory night or a good distraction from tears