Seattle U APNI - 2010 Entry

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I was just wondering if anyone out there applied for Seattle U's APNI program. I thought I'd start a thread because it doesn't look like there is one, yet.

I think we're supposed to hear about interviews sometime soon. Has anyone gotten word, yet?

AT499,

why do you thing PLU is better? i'm really curious about the comparison...

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Hi guys,

General responses...

I agree, I think that each department is making their own decisions, so the timeline is different. Although school starts on the same date, so you'll have to find out at some point. Accepted students have until April 15th to let the school know. That means that those that are waitlisted, are likely to be notified after that date if there is space for them.

I spoke with Kathy Carr (director of nursing or something like that) and she is the one who gave me the information that Dr. Jensen was making the FNP decisions. She also told me that I was waitlisted.

I still have not received anything paper or otherwise confirming any of this. This is a huge part of why I am pursuing Samuel Merritt instead.

I agree that regardless of what program you enter, you will find like-minded people. I've noticed that incredible people tend to be associated with these types of programs, so no need to worry there.

Best of luck. It is likely that those on the waitlist will be notified very last minute, which is a large reason why I decided that I could not move myself from California to WA on that short of notice.

This whole process is random. Have faith. Don't let it drive you nuts. It has been great to have all of you to vent to!

Best of luck in your ventures!

Jessica

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hi seattle2010,

I felt that there are pros and cons for both schools. The PLU program offers a general MSN program allowing you to finish the RN portion before deciding your specialty. They also design the masters portion with classes on 1-2 days/week to allow students to work full-time as RNs the second and third year (if going into the FNP track). I spoke with some NPs and the work experience as an RN is advantageous, however SU seems to think it's not necessary. The cohort is also much smaller at PLU with 20 students vs. 50 students at SU. I've heard the majority of professors in the school of nursing are really great at PLU and the faulty is a hit or miss at SU. The resources (CPL) are much better at SU or so what I've gathered from my research. That being said, it just depends on what your looking for in the program. Here's a link below to a posting about the PLU ELMSN program:

https://allnurses.com/post-graduate-nursing/plu-elmsn-good-458026.html#post4159678

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thanks! i'm also someone that only applied to seattle-area schools, so right now my choice is between PLU (where i was accepted) and hopefully SU (where i know my maddening close waitlist placement :p). that does sound like a big bonus for someone (me) who does not have a ton of clinical experience, to be able to decide upon your direction after the RN portion.

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Hi everyone,

I found out today that I was wait listed, for a good part of the day I thought I was rejected because my dad didn't read me the whole letter over the phone. I feel better knowing that I will be "placed on the provisional alternates list for Summer Quarter 2010."

Is this what everyone else on the wait list letter looks like?

Thanks, and good luck to everyone. :)

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I also only applied to Seattle-area schools--and had to choose between Seattle U and PLU.

I really loved PLU's program and heard fantastic things from my friend who is currently in the program.

Ultimately, I knew I wouldn't be able to handle the commute to Tacoma and I didn't want to move to there.

Plus, Seattle U has always been my first choice from the beginning, even over UW, where I was waitlisted. I officially accepted at Seattle U for the FNP a couple days ago and I'm really happy with my choice, though difficult.

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Accepted students have until April 15th to let the school know.
My letter of acceptance said something different. It said I had 14 days from receiving the acceptance letter to decide, which will come well before April 15. Did the School of Nursing tell you April 15 over the phone, JSBH?

I too only applied to Seattle area schools, and there were only 2 that offered the specialty I wanted: SU and UW. I got into both and haven't made a final decision yet. The cost of UW is quite a bit more, but there are some features of their program I like. But there are features of the SU program I really like too. I decided to just chill with the decision for a few days more. It sounds to me like there is a lot of deciding and jockeying around going on right now at all the NP programs in the country, with students deciding where to go. I bet a lot of people who are waitlisted will get into their programs after the dust settles.

One reason I really like the SU program is because you go straight on through for the 3 years. There is time to work part time as an RN during years 2 and 3, I was told. I also like that the 3rd year at SU is almost all clinical with long placements (9 mos or more) in the same place, so you have some time to develop relationships with your clients--so important in Psych. That really seems like a thoughtful feature to me. And it does kind of seem like work experience also, although you aren't paid for it. I'm not sure what year 3 would really look like: perhaps 10% of your time in class, 60% in your longterm clinical placement, and 30% in a part-time RN job? Guess I'll find out if I go there!

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Specializes in Pediatrics, Community Health.

I thought about applying to PLU's ELMSN program, but after I found out that students are not admitted into tracks and that I am not even guaranteed a spot in the FNP track, I decided not to apply there. I think this program is best for students who aren't sure exactly which area of advanced practice nursing they want to pursue.

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I was a bit apprehensive about PLU's program until I did my homework. You are right in the regard that students are not placed into the FNP track. Everyone begins the program on the care and outcomes manager track. This makes sense because most of the folks going into accelerated nursing really have no clue what all a nurse can do and the areas they can work in. PLU does a great job at exposing students to different areas of nursing. I have spoken with a few people who changed their minds about FNP and instead became public health nurses. If someone is absolutely sure that FNP or mental health is what they want to do, for quite some time, and they are not going to change their minds then SU is a good way to go.. otherwise it's a good idea to have the option to have options.. Good Luck everyone!!! I am sending awesome karma your way :) And may those who got wait-listed be granted admission quickly!

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I received an Email from Jensen (FNP) that students had until the 15th of April. I'm not sure if that is for every track or not. I still haven't gotten anything in the mail. Weird. Thanks all and I wish all of you luck as you pursue your dreams and make the world a better place.

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Hey Everyone, I'm still waiting to find out anything, so I assume I'm waitlisted or rejected. Either way I wanted to point out one thing people have been mentioning regarding working part-time as an RN during the master's portion. I spoke to a lot of current UW students that said Seattle specifically is difficult to find any part time work as an RN, especially if you have no experience as a nurse prior to entering the program. It is more likely that you could choose to do your program part time and work full time, however this leaves you ineligible for financial aid. They said that due to the months of orientation required at most hospitals it's just not feasible with the full time school schedule. Also, they mentioned the market is pretty saturated.

I don't mean to be a downer, but I had a very idealistic view of working as a part time RN through my master's portion whether at UW or SU and I just don't think it's that simple to do. It may depend more on having connections and plain luck. UW does allow you to take a year off between the GEPN and MSN portion during which you can work full time and hold your spot for the following year which is a nice option. Also, I know at UW at least that you can work as a TA or an RA and be paid a stipend if you can't find an RN position. I'm not sure if SU has the same options or not.

Again, good luck to everyone in their decisions.

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Specializes in Pediatrics, Community Health.

Some news about financial aid: You might recall an earlier post from me that said the financial aid office will send us something within 10 business days of being accepted. Well, I called them back last Friday and found out that the info wasn't true. We won't receive our financial aid award until May! We will also need to fill out an internal summer application for aid, which I don't think is ready yet. Therefore, I'm back to square one. I'm not sure which school I'm going to attend now. I also was recently accepted into UCSF. This will definitely be the biggest decision I have ever had to make!

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