SUNY Downstate FNP 2017

NYC RN1 · Feb 13, 2017

Hey! I am also interested. Does anyone know anything about the essay/interview process at Suny Downstate FNP program? Any tips, would be greatly appreciated!

NYC RN1 · Feb 13, 2017

Or if anyone knows any questions that are usually asked at NP program interviews...Please share! Thanks

Facetr_ari · Feb 17, 2017

i had an interview on feb 6 and received my acceptance letter today. so excited!

MochaNurse · Feb 18, 2017

Hi facetr_ari I was wondering what is the interview essay question about for the suny downstate fnp program

Facetr_ari · Feb 18, 2017

Hi @mochanurse the interview was a group interview. There were 5 of us and we all got different questions. Some a lot harder than others. I was lucky and go the easiest question. Mine was "what is your favorite place you have traveled to and why?" I wrote like 2 paragraphs not in essay format. But the other people got difficult questions. I suspect that the essay questions are customized to get to know you more because in my application essay I mentioned I traveled. I was so nervous about the actual interview I unfortunately do not remember any of the questions. My biggest advice to you is just be yourself. Thats all they want to see. Wishing you much luck!

MochaNurse · Feb 18, 2017

@facetr_ari ..Thank you so much, for the advice its truly appreciate. I'm very nervous but praying for the best, congratulations to you and your acceptance into the program.

Facetr_ari · Feb 18, 2017

@mochanurse You're welcome and thanks!

YeoRN · Feb 20, 2017

Hey! Congrats on getting in! Not to be nosey, and feel free to not answer, but how were your grades in undergrad? I'm stressing over my 3.3. When did you apply? How many years experience and what kind, did you have any certifications, what do you feel, if any, were your strongest points in your application? Sorry for the million questions. I've worked mostly in the hospital so I'm hoping my acute care will suffice. Good luck in the program! I'm rooting for your success!

Facetr_ari · Feb 22, 2017

Hey @YeoRN! Don't worry about it. My first bachelors is in Biology (3.1). My second is in Nursing (3.85). I applied January 2, 2017 and scheduled an interview the last week in January for an interview in the first week of February. I actually scheduled late because they were having trouble reaching me (missing digit in phone number). My interview was on February 6 and received the decision 10 days later. I have no experience as a RN. I am graduating this May. I have a CNA certification. What I believe were my selling points are that I have extensive volunteer experience working with a variation of populations (including a international medical mission trip), that have travelled throughout the world, been actively involved with a health organization for over 10 years and my essay answers on the application. I also had my mentor a FNP write a recommendation letter.

You never know what they are really looking for. Remember you will get in where you are supposed to. Wishing you the best of luck on your journey. I hope to see you in class! Please keep me posted

aeriedust · Mar 1, 2017

Hi, I wasnt sure if my comment went thru . I was also accepted into the program ! we're gonna be classmates!

aeriedust · Mar 1, 2017

Do you know when is the orientation? I was checking the website, and I wasnt sure if we start May or Aug. Do you know by any chance? It's confusing when you dont have any friends starting the program with you.