Seattle University-APNI 2017 applicants

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Like so many before me, I thought I would start a thread for those applying to the Advanced Practice Nursing Immersion program at Seattle University set to begin summer 2017. I am an SU alumni who double majored in Psychology and Interdisciplinary Liberal Studies. Thinking I wanted to pursue a PhD/PsyD in developmental psychology I took a position as a volunteer research assistant at the Center For Child and Family Well-Being at the University of Washington and have been doing work for them on various research projects for the past year and a half. I also volunteered for two years in undergrad at Childhaven with at risk children and families. My first rounds of psych PhD applications completely destroyed my soul (I may be exaggerating). In the aftermath of numerous rejection emails, I continued research, but ultimately decided that it was too sterile for me. Although the study I was assisting on worked specifically with those in underserved communities, I felt that I needed to be more hands on/directly engaged with their needs rather than conducting data collections and sending them on their way. I have been eyeing out Seattle U's Family Psychiatric Mental Health DNP specialization (yes, they have made the full switch over to the DNP and I believe we will be the first cohort accepted into it). I have been in touch with Ann Hirsch, one of the program directors, and she told me that they tend to look at the GPA from your last two years of undergrad (90 credits quarter/60 semester) and would like to see at least a 300 on the GRE with a score of 4-4.5 on the writing portion. She recommended that I make an appointment to see the head of the psych track so she can answer more of my questions about the program. Dr. Hirsch told me that it sounds like I'm going to be a very strong applicant, but the thought of applying to another doctorate program completely terrifies me. ANY and ALL advice from ANYONE would be greatly appreciated. I'm hoping I'll glean some tips and support from this forum as I know firsthand that applying to any graduate program is an extremely frustrating and stressful process.

@apple2017 I don't think it's a bad sign that you haven't been contacted yet. From what I understood from SU, most folks will get their acceptance towards the beginning of March. I'm not sure how they order interviews or notifications.

I am not a current student. But have been accepted into the 2017 PMHNP cohort. I am hesitant to put that out here because I know it may cause undue anxiety for folks who are still waiting to hear. (I know I felt anxious while waiting to hear). For what it's worth, it strikes me as a GOOD sign that you were invited to an interview!

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@communityhealthfan wowowow congratulations!! I'm happy that SOMEONE has heard something back, lol!

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@communityhealthfan--Congrats on being accepted! I greatly appreciate you sharing the information with us as well. Still waiting to hear back myself; I applied for the FNP track. Trying to distract myself until March, which is when I was told FNP decisions are released!

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Congratulations @communityhealthfan! That's fantastic!

I too am glad you shared the news as well as sharing your journey.

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Just thought I would share with you all...

I spoke with someone from nursing admissions today and they said that they will be interviewing through the month and that Graduate Admissions will update applicants in March.

@apple2017 This means you don't need to worry! No one is likely to hear anything until next month, as @melp4 mentioned we shouldn't be expecting to hear anything from FNP until March :)

@communityhealthfan --- congrats!

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Wow!!! Congrats @communityhealthfan!!! It sounds like you've been working towards this for awhile and it is such a wonderful accomplishment! Thank you for sharing with the forum. Did you apply to other schools or just SU? I also applied to the PMHNP track, so not feeling great about already interviewing/not hearing yet. I'm assuming I'm either a no or a maybe at this point. I only applied to SU for a variety of reasons so all my eggs are in this basket. Trying to keep perspective, but sometimes easier said than done ;-)

Good luck to everyone with upcoming interviews!!!

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Thank you all for your kind words and congratulations! I am excited beyond measure!

@apple2017 Maybe we will end up being classmates :-) I applied to SU and PLU both. SU is my top choice. When I applied a few years ago, it was to PLU only; I didn't feel ready to apply to SU at the time. I know it's easier said than done, but try not to start worrying until March. Also, give yourself credit where it's due. Ill be honest - getting into this program means the world to me. At the same time, I told myself that if I didn't get in, it wasn't a reflection of my worth or ability to support the health of my community. That helped calm my nerves...I was able to remember why this matters to me in the first place.

Best luck to all of you who are gearing up for interviews or waiting for decisions.

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@laurcoffee I applied for the APNI Midwifery track and have not yet heard anything and located on the East coast. Am I nervous? Not at all, I haven't really thought about it since I've submitted my application. I'm remaining optimistic and hope we all get an interview invite soon. Best Wishes!!

@communityhealthfan Congratulations on your acceptance!! I know you will do well!! Best wishes everyone!

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^^

Your post was something I really needed to see! I have been feeling pretty anxious today.

This thread tends to get saturated with good news, but there's still a lot of us who haven't heard back. It's all about perspective.

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I'm also waiting on an interview for midwifery. It's definitely nice to know that I'm not alone, and no matter what happens everything is going to be okay!

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@jillibess I love your positive energy don't change!! Best wishes!!

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Just sending positive vibes out to everyone. The waiting is honestly the hardest part. For those of you that get waitlisted, hold onto hope, as the waitlist tends to move. This is, however, a very competitive program to get into. If you don't hear anything or are not accepted into the program, use that news as an opportunity to reflect on why you might not have been accepted, if this was the right program for you, and what you can do in the mean time to make sure that they accept you next year if you decided this is your path.

A story I share often is how a friend of mine was not accepted three years in a row from nursing school, only to be accepted, work as an RN, and to excel later in grad school at one of the best nursing schools in the country. Nursing and grad school requires resilience, and that kind of news can be one of the biggest blessings and character building experiences of your life.

I dont know if that helps at all...Try to stay positive and calm as best you can.

Good luck!

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