LillyB

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1. Nurse Corps Loan Repayment 2014!

   LillyB replied to NY1984's topic in NP

   I am an NP. I applied for the 2013 cycle. My facility score was 18 (so Tier 1) and my debt to income ratio was 84%. I was awarded the loan repayment. My strategy is to pay minimum payment on all the loans each month, and put the leftover amount into ...

2. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

   LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Thanks Momomonny! I signed up for the CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider through the Red Cross and it stated that it was a 2 year certification unless you are a lifeguard than it was only for 1 year. Yale said that either Re...

3. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

   LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

   WannabePNP, I applied to two lenders (Wells Fargo and Citigroup) for a private loan, and got pre-approved on both. I haven't signed any promissory notes yet, because I am going through the fine print on the terms pages to make sure I pick the best le...

4. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

   LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Does anyone know how much the Prescription Plus coverage for the health insurance costs? I can't find any info anywhere... I signed up today for the CPR course for the professionals at our neighborhood Red Cross headquarters. I made a list of things ...

5. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

   LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Hi Biddy, I received a $7800 scholarship but everything else is $0. I don't qualify for Federal Loans until the Spring semester, and I will have to take out a private loan for the Fall semester. I sure hope that the $65000 first year budget includes ...

6. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

   LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Calalilly, If you are in the Oncology program, every student is encouraged to apply for the American Cancer Society scholarship. We will be eligible in our second year and the award is $10,000 per year for 2 years, which I think will help a lot. Her...

7. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

   LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

   Calalilly, I don't want to sound harsh, but it is called Oncology NP track for a reason. As you know, cancer is a very complicated disease(s) so being trained as a nurse practitioner specializing in cancer, wouldn't you want to be focused on learning...

8. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

   LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I specifically remember this being discussed at Yale info session that after we pass our NCLEX exam, it is strongly encouraged that we get some RN work experience. And I was told that most students work part-time as RNs while continuing on with their...

9. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

   LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I am definitely going to Yale (since it was the only school I applied to) and I live in CT. However since I live about 1 hour away from New Haven, I will be relocating closer to New Haven in October when my lease is up. I am not up for a 2 hour daily...

10. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

    LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Congratulations everyone!!!! It looks like we might have at least a quarter or a third of incoming class on this forum! I am very happy for all of you and can't wait to meet you in the Fall! CaliforniaGirl2, I believe we met at the Interview day at Y...

11. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

    LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Considering that there is no mail delivery today, I would give them a call to ask about your status. Last year many people called and found out over the phone.

12. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

    LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Congratulations cbink!

13. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

    LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Congratulations to all of you who got in so far!:yeah:Those of you who are waiting, hang in there! I am so excited for all of us and can't wait to meet you.

14. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

    LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Congratulations mme1283! And welcome to the thread!

15. Anyone applying to Yale GEPN program for Fall 2009?

    LillyB replied to LillyB's topic in Pre-Nursing

    Thanks everyone! Suga70, my specialty is Oncology NP. Lauralou2008, the letter says that the financial aid information packet will be mailed to us by the end of this month, but there is no exact date. So within next couple of weeks. I am crossing my ...