GreenMagus87

I did. I had a pretty good non-covid reason though (National Guard Orders), so I have no idea how difficult it is to get a deferment in other circumstances. Personally I am happy it has happened this way as my Guard time will help me get my finances in order and I'd prefer a traditional (not online) learning environment.

I got in off the waitlist. After waiting almost the entire 48 hours though I decided to go with Columbia. Hope this helps someone that is still waiting!

I got in off the waitlist at Yale which created a (happy) dilemma for me as I was already accepted to CUSON. This was very useful though and helped me make my decision in favor of CUSON.

That's all definitely valid. The lack of information and the frankly brutal price tag (trying to get a VA scholarship, even the GI Bill barely makes a dent) left a bad taste in my mouth during the process. Just wanted to offer some light at the end of the tunnel. The impression I get is that the staff that deal with admissions will not be the same staff you deal with as a student of CUSON. Still not a good look for the school, but a positive development.

Hey all, So I initially felt the same about CUSON's admin team as has been conveyed in this chat. However, I have some good news. The admin side seems to improve markedly once you're accepted. I asked to defer for a year (orders to Army Officer Candidate School and follow on branch training) and the process was done quickly and efficiently. Remember that you as an applicant are not the only source of work these folks have.

I got in! Anyone know when financial aid awards will be sent?

Waitlisted. Sort of happy about it though as I've already placed my deposit for Columbia's DNP program. This way I have no "wonder if" type concerns. Congrats to everyone who gets good news today!

Hey all, Got a reply from Jana saying she intends to release all decisions Feb 1.

If true, wouldnt pre-2028 MSNs be grandfathered in?

So for me, having been a Chaplain before this, I like the caregiving element and want it to remain central. While some doctors have a good bedside manner, it certainly isn't required or central. I feel like doctors are very competent mechanics of the body, and nurses translate that competence into the human caregiving element. In other words, if a chaplain does care with no science/clinical expertise, and a doctor has the science with care as icing on the cake, the nurse seems like a happy medium. Other factors: 9 years of prereqs, MD school, and residency is a non starter for me as a 33 year old unmarried male (my girlfriend is very supportive, but she wants to stay with the kids one day which means I need to be working sooner rather than later) that would like a family one day. Also, I am good at natural sciences (4.0 average prereqs, math UG) but have none of the love for them that would be useful in an MD program. At the end of the day nursing and medicine are VERY different and discernment should be applied as such. As far as money goes, given my background in church work and enlisted military, an NP (hell, even an RN) salary is more than I will know what to do with before there is a family involved.

The largest, honestly.

Does anyone know if financial aid awards will be released with your admission?

So I imagine a few folks will be in this position, but at the moment, I have been accepted to Columbia's DNP program and have interviewed for Yale's MSN. If I get into Yale as well, I will have a tough (but admittedly desirable) choice on my hands. I was hoping to get anyone's take on this decision who either has experience with these schools, has applied to both, or has significant experience in the field (and can talk about the merits of the DNP vs. the MSN). Pros Columbia (for me): DNP as opposed to an MSN. I think the DNP has some extra content in the curriculum (policy, bioethics, etc. that would be useful). Cons Columbia: VERY Expensive. Classes during the DNP summers. Pros Yale: Actually seems somewhat more financially manageable than Columbia. MSN summers are free. Cons Yale MSN vs. DNP. Perhaps less linked into major job markets compared to Columbia's vantage point in NYC? Tied Everyone knows they are both great schools. I don't know how to feel about locations. A younger me would have been fascinated by the idea of a 3 year stay in NYC. At 33, in a pandemic, and past my party days (not that I will have time anyways) however its 50-50. I've studied at Yale before, love it there, and know New Haven well. Anyways, fire away. If I'm being honest, if Yale's program was a DNP I think my answer would be a lot easier, so if anyone can speak to the distinction between degrees at its importance it would be appreciated!

This captures my own motives basically perfectly. Our school set is the same too, except I applied to BC instead of Vanderbilt. I wish Yale's program was a DNP. It seems to be the same amount of work.

Here;s my stats for those interested: Undergrad: BA in Math and Philosophy from a SUNY, 3.7/4 Graduate: MA Theology from an Ivy, Seminary masters after that. Prereqs: 4/4, Stats and Micro still pending. Extras: Army Vet, Chaplaincy background, getting ordained in my tradition (we don't do full time paid clergy, more a community service context). Status: Accepted Best of luck all!