MDE Columbia University 2021

[eg96]

Hey ! I know im super early to make this thread for the MDE program at Columbia for the 2021 start year ? but I was wondering if there are any future nurses out there as eager as me to get started !!

[Guest1138263]

Hey guys! I am also looking to apply this fall. I have a concern about the prereqs though. I'm going to take 1 science prereq this fall, but I will also have to finish up 2 science prereqs in the Spring. Do you think this may be an issue and my application will not be reviewed? Thanks!

[eg96]

@HappyGirl123

Hi ! And from what I've read In past threads and info sessions, prerequisites should be done by June. Right before we start class. So if they’re done right before June then you should be fine ! It wouldn’t affect your application

[Guest1138263]

@queen3lizabeth

Thank you so much!

[Guest1138263]

I have another question! Lets say that we do get accepted into the MDE/DNP program. Once we achieve the MSN after 15 months, can we make the decision not to continue on?

[eg96]

@HappyGirl123

yeah I believe we have that option if we decide to continue on or not

[cnmhopeful95]

@queen3lizabeth @angrenteria10 @KAS212

Hi everyone! I am arriving to the party late! I am so glad I found this thread! I am looking at this now - just found their program and interested in applying eventually. I would love advice from all of you!

Do you already have an advanced degree - or just a bachelors? What should I know about the application process? What worked well for you etc?

I have been working in global health for five years now. I have considered getting my MPH to help me get into a program like this....but they are so expensive ($75,000 online - I live in East Africa for work now) and I am not sure if it is worth the investment.

I would love advice!

And I saw one of you is from Phoenix - represent! ?

[Guest1148094]

@cnmhopeful95

Hey there! I just have a bachelors degree, I JUST graduated a couple weeks ago...finally! My degree is in Global Health, I am so curious to know what you do specifically in East Africa, I think that is so wonderful and amazing. That already makes you such a unique candidate.

Honestly I think you should shoot your shot now to be honest and try applying for this round☺️ Not only that but the program is already so expensive, and if you are considering it IDK if I would spend additional time and money to get a masters. However, if you can find a cheaper program that’s a quick one year deal than that could be worth it possibly.

Application opens today actually, so I haven’t gotten to know what it’s like.

[eg96]

@cnmhopeful95

Hii ! You’re definitely right on time we’re all on this journey together. So, I just have a bachelors degree just graduated a few months ago. To get in of course you need a bachelors degree in literally anything other than nursing. As long as you have a bachelors degree you’ll definitely be fine. The application should open up today. And the fact that you’re in East Africa is a very big chance for you to get into Columbia ! They take an holistic view on the applications. You definitely should apply to Columbia for this round if you have all your requirements in hand such as bachelors degree, perquisites, etc. The application will have essays, letters of recommendations, a two minute recorded video interview. Just know they take a holistic view overall. Not just based on grades or GPA. Im doing my prereqs now. I should be done with them online by August. Im getting things done early because im just soo eager LOL. Either way the program is expensive but I think it’ll be worth it.

[ar7575]

@KAS212 @queen3lizabeth @cnmhopeful95

Do you guys know when the application is supposed to open? I thought it was today but I may have gotten my dates confused!

[Guest1148094]

Should be today, if not sometime this week for sure

[eg96]

@angrenteria10 they were supposed to open it today. I emailed them about it, currently waiting for a response.

[ar7575]

Thanks, guys! Ahhhh! I'm so nervous yet eager to start! ?