University of Puerto Rico (UPR) - DNP

[CVICUYSRN]

Just had an interview today! Eager to share my journey for those interested in the program! 

[SmartRN11]

Hi! I have an interview Friday for UPR DNP-SA program! So nervous!! 

[CVICUYSRN]

Good luck! It's spaced out to calm the nerves, total of about 3 hours 

[RNBSN0910, RN]

CVICUYSRN said:

Good luck! It's spaced out to calm the nerves, total of about 3 hours 

Congratulations on your interview!! Are you willing to share some insight on your interview experience? Anything you recommend to freshen up on prior to the interview? 

[CVICUYSRN]

Thank you! 
It was 3 person interview. Program director wasn't able to attend my interview not sure if a good thing or bad thing. Everyone was welcoming, down time in between each interview part which helped calmed the nerves. Once you get passed the oral, your left with one instructor to do simulation and clinical research then a tour of the university then all down. It's was difficult to find the building with no direction. I did find a parking garage close to the school. The building is by the (heart) RCM decor outside. Definitely ofcourse arrive early- they don't take you in early though. I felt like my interview was more emotional based. He informed me they make their decision by second week of December however at times it does take until January. You can also opt to take interview in Spanish, Spanglish or English. 
good luck- keep me posted!  

[RNBSN0910, RN]

CVICUYSRN said:

Thank you! 
It was 3 person interview. Program director wasn't able to attend my interview not sure if a good thing or bad thing. Everyone was welcoming, down time in between each interview part which helped calmed the nerves. Once you get passed the oral, your left with one instructor to do simulation and clinical research then a tour of the university then all down. It's was difficult to find the building with no direction. I did find a parking garage close to the school. The building is by the (heart) RCM decor outside. Definitely ofcourse arrive early- they don't take you in early though. I felt like my interview was more emotional based. He informed me they make their decision by second week of December however at times it does take until January. You can also opt to take interview in Spanish, Spanglish or English. 
good luck- keep me posted!  

Thank you so much for this. This was helpful to know. I think I'm more nervous about the research analysis LOL. IDK if I'm ready but it is what it is. I'm excited and nervous at the same time. 

[CVICUYSRN]

Thank you! 
It was 3 person interview. Program director wasn't able to attend my interview not sure if a good thing or bad thing. Everyone was welcoming, down time in between each interview part which helped calmed the nerves. Once you get passed the oral, your left with one instructor to do simulation and clinical research then a tour of the university then all down. It's was difficult to find the building with no direction. I did find a parking garage close to the school. The building is by the (heart) RCM decor outside. Definitely ofcourse arrive early- they don't take you in early though. I felt like my interview was more emotional based. He informed me they make their decision by second week of December however at times it does take until January. You can also opt to take interview in Spanish, Spanglish or English. 
good luck- keep me posted!  

[SmartRN11]

For people who got interviews, are you applying from the states as well? 

[CVICUYSRN]

Yes and I also connect with a 1st year student and they also stated majority of students are from the states but some were living in PR in their younger years. Or at least speak some Spanish 

[RNBSN0910, RN]

CVICUYSRN said:

Yes and I also connect with a 1st year student and they also stated majority of students are from the states but some were living in PR in their younger years. Or at least speak some Spanish 

I did my interview and honestly IDK how to feel about it, as far as my performance. I felt I could have answered better but I tried my best. Good luck to everyone who applied and got interviews. I know the deadline for regular decision is coming up Dec 15.

[CVICUYSRN]

I agree, felt the same way! 
 

good luck and stay positive!!

[NSRN20, BSN]

Hello hello, my and my Friend got an interview Nov 10, but we haven't heard anything yet.. have you guys heard something? They told us maybe Dec 15 or January., but just checking LOL and good luck to everybody