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Hey MC, This was last year's thread. I'm not sure if there's a 2009 Google group. Hunt for the 2009 folks, then maybe start a group. It was really helpful and fun for us last year. Jenn

Yes, financial aid covers living expenses. You won't live a luxurious life, but you'll have a roof and food to eat. And, it's not 60K x 3. The first year is the most expensive because of the added Summer fees. And, you're not obligated to take all the aid offered to you. The tuition and fees are spelled out here: http://nursing.yale.edu/Admissions/fees.html Good luck all.

Has anyone else had success with recording lectures? If so, how do you use the recordings (when do you listen, how many times, etc.)? And, what kind of recorder did you buy?

i disagree on this one. going without a given vaccination makes your body an excellent carrier. though your strong immune system may ward it off, when you walk into those pt rooms, you're exposing vulnerable people to whatever you're carrying around.

Sorry, I just realized that this topic originated in the regional forum for the Philippines. Maybe you don't need to specify the country if you are a local.

hi there, to be clear, are you working on your proposed topic or your proposed title? if the answer is 'title', i would make several changes. first, you need to reference the fact that this study is philipines-specific. if you're talking about a government entity, it should be clear which gov't we're talking about. second, you should not use abbreviations in the title for similar reasons - not everyone knows about the ched. so, either drop ched or spell it out. additionally, i agree with the other poster that said to get rid of 'pros and cons'. it is implied in 'feasibility'. also, i would make the title more formal, and i would explain more clearly the goal of your analysis. for example: "the filipino nursing technical board's proposed five-year nursing curriculum: political feasibility (or cost-benefit analysis /or implications for local nursing shortages/ or expected educational benefits, etc). think of your analysis as a story. if you're going to use your data to examine the possibility that this extra year will cause filipino students to leave the philipines to seek shorter curricula elsewhere, then change your title to reflect that focus. make your proposed title concise, but don't shy away from a longer title if the topic warrants it. if your answer to my first question is 'topic', then i think only the chair of your thesis committee can answer that. are you expected to do qualitative or quantitative analysis? or both? can you get a hold of relevant data? how much depth is expected? i'm not sure i understand the chapter thing? is it set up in the traditional intro, methods, results, discussion, conclusion format? good luck!

Hi Kryzt, Some schools will want the letters included in your application package, and other will want them sent separately. I'm not sure how other people do it, but here's what I do... I put together a packet for each letter writer in a manila envelope. It had my CV, an info sheet with GRE scores, relevant coursework, etc. Also, I put together a summary of each school's program. Then, I paper clipped the individual forms for each school together with a pre-addressed, stamped envelope. If that particular school wanted the letter to be sent separately, I wrote their address on the envelope. If they wanted it included in my package, I wrote my address on the envelope. Also, I included instructions for them to sign the seal once they closed the envelope (it helps to make a small note, like "*sign seal please", to remind them on the inside of the envelope flap that will be hidden under the adhesive). Then, you throw them all in your package, and send it off. Also, some profs will ask you to write your own letter, and they will edit if they feel the need, then sign. That's always a tough write. Oh, and, make yourself a note to send reminder emails well in advance of the deadline. A friendly email or two help to get the letters out on time. Hope that helps.

I think the answer to your question depends on your desired career. Do you want to work in a clinical setting? Or do you want to work in policy, research, program planning, consulting, etc? If it's more of the latter, and less of the former, I don't think the MSN will be of much help. There are a handful of programs that allow you to finish an MPH in 1 year if you have a RN or MD. Berkeley is one of them. I recently finished the MPH program at Berkeley, and I would be happy to answer questions about public health opportunities and education. Just send me a note.

Wow, this is quite a thread. I'm not sure it's wise, but I'd like to throw in my .02 as someone who made a decision this year between public and private ivy programs. I'm a vegan, so I don't beat dead horses. But, if you find this redundant, sorry. I don't care if it's ivy, moss, lichen or mud. I chose Yale because their program was exactly what I was looking for. When I came to visit, they were very accommodating and allowed me to sit in on a course in my specialty. The faculty were warm, confident and supportive. The learning environment suited me. The students were friendly and welcoming. They were honest about it's flaws, yet also highly recommended the program, and all said that they would make the same choice again. I admire the research done there. I like that I can take a language course, or other course outside the SON, if I want to. They offered a nice financial aid package. There are a plethora of clinical sites. I could go on, but I won't. It fit, on many levels. It fit in ways that the other two public programs I applied to and was accepted by did not. In the end, Yale's program was about 10% more money than the public schools I declined. All other things considered, I see that 10% as money well spent. A great many factors should play a role in such a huge decision. And, cost should be one of them. My MPH is from UC Berkeley. So, I appreciate the quality of education that can be found at public universities. So throw that into the "case study on choices" file

I've generally found that the difference between an A and a B is a lot greater than the difference between a B and a C, in terms of work. It usually means that you spend one of your weekend days working in a coffee shop or library. I have a BA with high honors, and a masters from Berkeley with a 3.8. I can honestly say that the only time my grades actually mattered was for application to other schools. If it weren't for future academic goals, I would have chosen to study differently. There are times when things need to be memorized to earn you the grade. But, that sort of studying was never any benefit beyond the exam. So, I think the key is to figure how much your grades matter. Obviously, you need to pass - but do you need an A? If you don't, cut yourself some slack. The more important strategy is learning what you need to know in order to do well in your career. Then, if you still need the grade, throw in the extra time. Those are my 2 cents.

Letters haven't arrived in Portland, OR either. I shouldn't care since I've already decided on Yale. But, I don't want the wounded ego if it's a no. Maybe I will recycle it unopened (lol, like I could do that).

I was just told that they went out today. Then again, I've heard that before too....

Hi Doulalove, I'm sorry. I know that's frustrating. I have a close friend in the same shoes. They asked us to notify them by 3/7. I asked for an extension to 3/14. But, I may not need it. I am leaning heavily toward Yale. I think they do letters in tiers, and send out more after they hear from the previous round. So, hang in there. Good luck, Jenn

I aksed about class size during my interview. Overall, their target is 82-84 GEPNs. Personally, I think pre-reqs are a good thing. I can relate to struggling in stats or chem, etc. But, it's part of the path. It levels the playing field to some extent.

How much do you guys think turning in the forms late affects things? Or, does it only affect how quickly you get your packet in the mail?