University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) DNP Nurse Anesthesia - Fall 2025

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Members are discussing the changing statuses of their applications for a program, with some receiving denials, others being put on a waitlist, and some experiencing their statuses going blank. There is confusion and disappointment among those who have not received a clear decision, with some hoping for more communication from the program. Additionally, members are sharing information about the number of applicants and acceptance trends.

University of Illinois Chicago DNP Nurse Anesthesia Fall 2025 start! Starting this discussion because I could not find one, who has applied? Who was able to attend the information session and could share some information for those that missed it? Thank you!

Specializes in Neuro ICU/MICU Trauma Level II, CCRN.
ICUinCRNAschool said:

Hey everybody! I received an email back today regarding what it means if you have received no status change in your portal. The email I received stated that a "complete and under review" status in the portal is NOT to be taken as a denial. They said they are still in the process of reviewing applications and no final decision has been made yet for a small portion of the applicant pool! So I know we've heard lots of different things but it's not a denial and you're still being considered! Thought I should share to help ease some minds a little bit! 🤍 best of luck to everybody on this program and all the others you apply to!

Thank you for this update! sooo there is still hope? .. I wonder why someone was told all spots were claimed? And they did't clarify a time line of further updates did they?

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Specializes in ICU CCU.
heart-on-CRNA said:

Thank you for this update! sooo there is still hope? .. I wonder why someone was told all spots were claimed? And they did't clarify a time line of further updates did they?

They did not specify a date that we would hear a decision by. Just that decisions are ongoing and as soon as a decision is made, they will send  updates immediately after. So if you haven't heard anything then no decision was made yet regarding your application and that they appreciate everybody's patience 

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Specializes in CVICU.
ICUinCRNAschool said:

Hey everybody! I received an email back today regarding what it means if you have received no status change in your portal. The email I received stated that a "complete and under review" status in the portal is NOT to be taken as a denial. They said they are still in the process of reviewing applications and no final decision has been made yet for a small portion of the applicant pool! So I know we've heard lots of different things but it's not a denial and you're still being considered! Thought I should share to help ease some minds a little bit! 🤍 best of luck to everybody on this program and all the others you apply to!

Thanks for sharing this! What a wild ride. I hope decisions will be made soon. 

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I'm guessing no one still has any updates to report ? 🫠

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Specializes in ICU.
sotachy1723 said:

I'm guessing no one still has any updates to report ? 🫠

Nope

I stopped checking. Today I finally checked again and I'm still under review. 😢 meanwhile other people have known for nearly a month and probably have figured out moving situations and living situations. I'm in another state. I just need an answer. 😢

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Specializes in CVICU.

Just an update since it's been a few days... I received an email today saying applications are still pending and final decisions have not been made for those of us still waiting. 

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milkymilkypropofol said:

Just an update since it's been a few days... I received an email today saying applications are still pending and final decisions have not been made for those of us still waiting. 

What a wait 😅

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Specializes in ICU CCU.

I wish we had a date we would definitely hear by but it doesn't seem like they're wanting to give that information. Seems like they're waiting on something before giving us decisions. Maybe for everybody to accept their spot? Not sure. Personally just taking it as a hold decision and unlikely to get in at this point unfortunately. 
 

Has anybody reached out directly to the program director or assistant program director? I only ever spoke with the graduate apply team

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Specializes in ICU.
ICUinCRNAschool said:

I wish we had a date we would definitely hear by but it doesn't seem like they're wanting to give that information. Seems like they're waiting on something before giving us decisions. Maybe for everybody to accept their spot? Not sure. Personally just taking it as a hold decision and unlikely to get in at this point unfortunately. 
 

Has anybody reached out directly to the program director or assistant program director? I only ever spoke with the graduate apply team

Agreed. And I have emailed the director but this was before I applied. She was quick to respond. 

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Nothing for me too. 
When I emailed the director before multiple times she would respond within minutes. I emailed her like a week ago and she hasn't reponded 

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Specializes in CICU.

Hi guys! Congratulations to those that have gotten into the program and cheering on those that are still waiting! 
I didn't apply to this program but I did apply to another inaugural cohort and I'm wondering, did this school forego the interview process?! 

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Specializes in Neuro ICU/MICU Trauma Level II, CCRN.

Hi guys! Just a theory, for those still waiting to be notified of a decision, on your NursingCAS application did you choose "yes" for interest in the Rural Nursing Concentration? I thought I remembered that saying additional review would be required for those that opted in to be considered for that for those interested. Maybe that's the holdup? I really don't know what else would be. 

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