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I received a letter of rejection from UCLA's DNP-FNP program yesterday. Its a bit disappointing since I've taken many community outreach, educational, and leadership opportunities at my workplace that I thought would make me a strong candidate. I have experience working with patients of all ages. My undergraduate BSN GPA was 3.6. I wonder what I could have done differently that would have made me a stronger candidate. Has anyone else heard back from UCLA? If anyone was accepted, what do you think made your application stand out to be offered admission?

@brye-an Hi, I am a year late to the discussion, but thank you for sharing about your tips and interview experience. Hopefully the program is treating you well :) I am trying to apply to the CSULB DNP Program for Fall 2026. I am wondering if you have any advice on how to make my application stand out, especially in the essay, resume, and interview portions? I went to an Info session recently and they said that entry into the program is extremely competitive with limited spots, so I was hoping to get some insight on what an ideal candidate would look like. If you do see this message and reply, thank you in advance for your time!

Hi, It took two days for them to email be back about my first interview. I'm sure every department is different though. Pay rate is baseline $48/hr for a FT position, not including night differential. I hope you hear back soon, if you haven't already!

I had my second interview 7/25. They told me they would get back to me by the end of the week latest, but I got a call/email back 7/26. Not sure how long it’s been for you, but if you haven’t gotten a response after a week, maybe you could contact your recruiter. Best of luck to you!

I did receive an offer for their Burn/Wound ICU FT Nights position. What about you?

Hi! I am not currently working at TMMC, but am applying to their August/September 2022 cohort, specifically the Burn/Wound ICU. I have talked to one RN who has worked there for 30+ years. She said of course it’s not all roses, but she thinks it’s a very good hospital to work at. From her experience, there are many growth opportunities, management is supportive (ie. they would rather help you move to another unit vs. lose you), and their New Grad RN program is a 6 month program designed to help you succeed. I have talked to 2 close family friends who have had a loved one hospitalized there, and they said they received compassionate care from the nurses/doctors. I’m sure there are cons to working at TMMC as well, but overall it seems to be a good hospital to work at. Hope this helps!