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.

[nursejess03]

Congratulations!! That's so exciting! Keep me updated! Which track did you apply to? Getting nervous for sure í ½í¸–

[inspiredstudent]

Thank you!

I applied to the Advanced Community Public Health tract! Gotta utilize that public health degree, you know?? LOL

[nursejess03]

Definitely!! I opted to apply for the Family Nurse Practitioner track. More competitive but more in line with what I want to do so I guess I can't really control that!

[NWguy28]

I'm starting to think that Seattle U is NOT as holistic as they advertise. I should have applied to schools that recognize academic and clinical accomplishments, as well as clinical competence.

[Jillibess]

Those that have gotten interviews, does your application still say "pending faculty review"?

[inspiredstudent]

@Jillibess yes!

[rallawatt24]

Dang NWguy28, you need to relax! It's literally been one week...

[goto]

Yes- NWguy28, I think you need to take a deep breath. You have no idea how they decide the order in which to contact applicants. You could be at the top of their list.

[NWguy28]

@rallawatt24, did you get into a interview?

[striving4NP]

Congrats to everyone! I've also applied for the FNP track and received a call just yesterday about an invitation to interview. Beyond excited!

[nursejess03]

Congratulations @striving4NP!! I wish you the best of luck in your interview and let us know how it goes!

Haven't heard anything yet... hoping for tomorrow? Lol. Anyway, even if it doesn't happen this year, the sun will rise again! And now I'll have all of you who are getting interviews and admittance as resources for next year :) I'm so happy for you guys!

[Kocono]

I applied to the FNP program and received a phone call this afternoon for an interview this weekend. A bit short notice but I'm not complaining!