Seattle University-APNI 2017 applicants

[kayshull]

Hey!

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.

[Mwaskub]

I just received an email that a Decision has been made on my application.

I have been ACCEPTED to the ACPHN (Community Public Health) track.

[melp4]

Congrats!! Accepted also into FNP, woohoo! Good luck to everyone waiting to hear. :)

[healthyhappy]

@melp I also got accepted for FNP.... I saw your post about having a young child, I have a little guy too! If you end up coming to Seattle we will have to chat :)

[melp4]

@healthyhappy I am so glad to hear I won't be the only parent! And yes, I am definitely coming to Seattle, as it is my top choice. We will be moving from southern California. Do you already live there??

[healthyhappy]

@melp4 yes I live north of Seattle... DM me and we can chat :)

[melp4]

Message sent @healthyhappy :)

[healthyhappy]

I guess the DM function for me isn't turned on because I haven't posted here enough... I can see your message but can't respond. If you want you can send me your email and I can message you that way @melp4

[stethohope]

Congrats guys. There are quite a few people in the cohorts ahead of you with children (both young and old). It's definitely possible and those women and men are my heroes. You're going to kill it. Happy to have you on board.

[AlaskanBullworm]

I was also accepted for FNP! Looking forward to meeting everyone :)

[DNPbound17]

Congrats to everyone! I was accepted today for AGNP! I know this is kind of a long way away, but is anyone looking for a roommate? I will be moving from California (I actually graduate from undergrad the day before Summer quarter starts) and would love to live with a fellow nursing student instead of a random person on Craigslist lol. Or if anyone knows any good housing resources (the Seattle U page has less than 5 listings currently) please let me know! (:

[communityhealthfan]

Yay! I'm so excited for you all and am looking forward to meeting you! Do you want to set up a FB group for our cohort? I tried to do it by myself but need at least one other person to add for it to work. PM me your email (just your email as I can't see messages; I haven't earned enough allnurses cred) and I'll find you on FB so that we can set up a page. :-) Good luck to those who are still waiting to hear!

[communityhealthfan]

Okay! We've got a FB group started. Come find us under Seattle University APNI 2017. :-)