Columbia University ETP 2008

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So where are the potential 2008 Columbia ETPers at? I think a handful of regulars around here have Columbia on their list of apps, so heres a thread to get us through until notifications in Spring 2008. If you'd like, reply here and let us know which specialty you are trying for! I just submitted my app online for Acute Care...Good luck everyone! ;)

okay I have a question (maybe a little insignificant) about the uniforms- do they run relatively large, like scrubs do? I saw the pictures that were posted so they look sort of like scrubs. I just don't want to be popping out of them, but then again I don't want to be swimming in them either

thanks 4 any feedback!

Hi all,

Another current ETP-er here. Congrats on your admission!

On the topic of the uniforms, yes, they are sized like scrubs (unisex) so if you are female you will probably wear a smaller size than you usually do. The pants do have an elastic waist and so might be a little less forgiving than a drawstring scrubs. I'm 5'6 and usually wear a size 6 or 8--I have two extra-small tops and two small tops, and 4 pairs of medium pants. We did have a chance to try on and switch during orientation, so don't stress too much! You'll need two sets for summer and will probably want 3-4 during they fall when you have two clinical days a week. No need to buy the jacket--you can wear anything white or navy under or over your scrubs if you get cold. The uniforms are not really so bad--you've never loved so many pockets!-- that said, I don't plan to wear them again after May, so I'd be happy to part with them if someone wants to buy a discount set!

Hi Everyone,

I just discovered this community and thread and am so excited. Reading through has been a really great resource and has helped me feel a little less overwhelmed since I got accepted.

I'll be commuting from Hoboken, NJ, which I know won't be easy, but am planning on attending the March 7th session and am looking forward to meeting folks.

Quick question about shoes: do they have to be white? I'm trying to space out my purchases and want to start planning now.

Thanks!

From a former ETP-er...

Watch Oscar. Get things in writing. Show up on his doorstep every day if you have to. Don't necessarily believe anything anyone tells you about financial aid and your eligibility. I ultimately left Columbia before the MS phase because I was being jerked around by my department and Oscar in terms of program requirements vs financial aid eligibility requirements. Just stay on top of him.

Hello,

Thank you for your post! I'm very interested in Columbia's ETP program, particularly because I want to do Neonatal work in the future! Would you have time to share what your experiences were like? How hard is it to get into this specialty?

Thanks so much,

Kat

Hi Everyone,

Quick question about shoes: do they have to be white? I'm trying to space out my purchases and want to start planning now.

Yup, white. All white. As in: no trim, stripes, swooshes, etc. You can put a little piece of tape or white out over small logos. Make sure they're comfortable-- you'll be running around in them all year!

Yup, white. All white. As in: no trim, stripes, swooshes, etc. You can put a little piece of tape or white out over small logos. Make sure they're comfortable-- you'll be running around in them all year!

Hi Beacon Street (im from boston too!)

Do you recommend danskos? i've read some people suggest them because of ease of cleaning but they look so uncomfortable. I've looked at merrils which look more comfortable but also more like sneakers which may mean less easy to clean. what do you think?

thanks

I'm considering applying next year and was hoping some of the accepted individuals could post or private message me with your stats. I guess I wanna see if I'd even have a chance.

Do they look at your cumulative GPA or just the last 60/90 units? Do you know if you retake the GRE, do they average the scores or just take the higher ones (I got 1250, but I KNOW I could've done at least 100 pts higher on the English/Reading section). How much volunteer/work experience is needed to be competitive?

Do you apply to the specific major you want (acute care, anesthesia) or do you choose that later?

Thanks

Specializes in L&D.

(1) That GRE is fine; I didn't do that well and I was accepted.

(2) I THINK they look cumulatively

(3) You do apply to a specific specialty but you can usually change (there are a few exceptions like midwidery and anasthesia)

JBazoola - some people swear by danskos. I don't find them all that comfortable. I've heard that merrils come highly recommended by orthopedists.

does anybody know if they favor a psych background (undergrad or grad) when applying to the psychiatric tract?

Hey everyone, what's up? I've been thinking a lot lately about the dorms...and it just sounds absolutely awful. For one, I won't eat ramen and easy mac every day and survive the summer schedule. Second, it's close to $700 a month for a tiny cube, no AC, no kitchen, shared bathroom, hellhole. I'd rather pay a few hundred more/month for a studio. Better yet, I'd much rather split a 2 or 3 bedroom apartment with some people...we could easily pay less than $1000 each/month for a sweet place in Washington Heights. Looking online, I've found some really really nice places with lots of space that is close to the SON. If anyone would be interested in doing something like this, let me know. The sites I've been looking at are citi-habitats.com and craigslist.org under "no fee apartments". Let's avoid the crappy dorm and have a nice place to live while we are beaten into submission by our coursework!

Just for compatability: I'm a male, 22, easy going but like to have a clean place. I like all kinds of music and have a ton of movies to bring. I also have a girlfriend who will be going to Columbia for OT, but for complicated reasons aren't going to live together.

You: easy going and not a slob! male preferred, but females are fine too!

Specializes in NICU.

STAY AWAY from citi habitats. Crooks. Absolute criminals. There are much better brokers in the city if you want to go that route.

Thanks for letting me know! Any advice on good brokers in the washington heights area??

Also, if any current students or accepted individuals already living in NYC have vacancies in their apartments I would definitely be interested!

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