Waiting for a reply to masters application?

AP0525 · Sep 26, 2012

I recently applied to a CNM program as well and should know something by the end of October. The school I applied to caps their class at 14 students though, so I'm nervous!

aspiringmidwife76 · Sep 29, 2012

Where did you apply? I am still waiting too. Are you doing online or brick and mortor?

AP0525 · Sep 29, 2012

I live in NC and applied to East Carolina University. The lectures are online. Lab will be on campus. Clinical all over the state. I am supposed to hear something next week.

AP0525 · Sep 29, 2012

But, they cap their classes at 14 and I do not have L&D experience, so I'm nervous ?

Dalla · Sep 29, 2012

YEAH!!! I have been accepted for the online Masters in midwifery/WHNP program at Georgetown University!!! I just got the email about 20 minutes ago. Can't believe it. I was so worried they wouldn't take me (no L&D experience and no idea what my references would say about me). I know that it is so expensive, but it is also fast - only 18 months. I am currently living on child support and alimony which will be ending in a couple of years. I should be working as a midwife before it does. Just under the wire! Now I just have to excel in the classes, graduate, and pass the boards. Should be easy after the application process! Right?!

AP0525 · Sep 29, 2012

Congrats! Unfortunately, Georgetown's online programs are not approved in NC (where I live) so I can't apply there. I have a friend in FL who is doing the FNP program through Georgetown though and she likes it. Good luck with everything :)

Dalla · Sep 29, 2012

Thank you! You will be in my thoughts and prayers the next few week also. I was a Navy wife for 15 years and used to have a APO address. Is your "APO525" something significant?

Dalla · Oct 2, 2012

Oh Lord, just got a look at my bill for this first term. I pray that financial aid is in my future! And then a way to pay off the student loan!

Calpurnia · Oct 8, 2012

Dalla, Congrats on that AMAZING news! I am in the process of applying to CNM/WHNP programs and I am so anxious. I've heard that Georgetown is super competitive, but I love the idea of being finished in less than 2 years. I have L&D experience, good references, pretty solid resume I think. I am just insecure about my undergrad. I didn't go to a very prestigious school for my ADN or BSN. I am so afraid this will hurt me considering the competitive nature of Georgetown. But I want this so bad. Do you mind me asking you what you believe were your strong points that helped you be accepted? I really appreciate any info/advice you might be able to send my way. Thanks!

Dalla · Oct 8, 2012

Georgetown says they only accept about 35% of those who apply. I did not have L&D experience - just a final clinical for my BSN for about 8 weeks on L&D. Not sure what my references said about me. And only 1.5 years nursing experience in rehab and LTC. I think that my essay was pretty solid. The admissions counselor seemed to really like what I had submitted. I have attended a slew of schools in the past (BA in business management and BSN), but none were prestigious. My video was okay, I think, but nothing special. Got in by the grace of God, maybe? This was why I became a nurse in the first place. NEVER wanted to work LTC or even ICU or surgery. Only wanted to be a midwife. So thankful I am getting my chance after so many years (I am turning 45 soon!).

Calpurnia · Oct 8, 2012

Dalla, Thanks so much for your reply. It's great just to be able to hear about someone's experience and background that actually was accepted. I'm so happy for you that you are pursuing your dream! It's very inspirational to me :)