Yale GEPN 2021

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Hey all! I am reapplying and wanted to create this for everyone applying. I won't be as involved as I was last year, but good luck to everyone! I know they're having seminars and allowing people to schedule one on one consultations for applications.

14 hours ago, sfbaby said:

Hi- I have been following this thread, and the previous years for a while now. I have been hesitant to post as I have applied and interviewed to another school two times, rejected both times – it was the only school I applied to. My heart was severely broken, more the second time. I did not apply to that school this time. This time I applied to a few schools, so I am hoping the odds are in my favor.

First- to everyone that applied Congratulations, you applied to Yale! To those that got interview, you interviewed with YALE! I am so proud of you. We didn’t let stinking thinking get in our way to our dreams.

@confuseddog @birthworker @TellMeSomethingGood  and anyone else I might be leaving out– thank you saying you don’t feel so great about your interviews. I appreciate your being vulnerable. It has helped me post. Last week I saw where people had very conversational interviews, while I think that is great for them and I truly hope it worked to their advantage. I went into mine yesterday hoping, but not expecting it to be more conversational. My interviewer was sweet, smart, and quick on the draw. She was finishing my sentences for me and constantly checking the time also making me feel like she was rushing me. I was asked eight questions that I remember, there was one more that I can’t for the life of me remember, and I think another one- so ten questions. I am over analyzing but that’s like 3 min a question with no small talk. At the end she did stay a few extra min to answer questions. At first she didn’t have time, then I think she realized she the slot after mine was empty- so she took her time answering my questions for her. The first question I asked her was not answered really. But my second one was- they are very aware of issues and they are trying to work on to address them. It is going to take a lot of blood, sweat, and tears. Things are fluid and in constant flow, I think everyone needs to be aware of the situation and I really hope that YSN will put together a written plan so that there some clear guidance in what is going on.

As for my part in the interview- I am very disappointed in myself. I didn’t answer some questions as strongly and confidently as I should have. I know why I want to do this, like the back of my hand.  I started off with my brain, tongue, and mouth not working together and then when I got to the situational questions- I was like a deer in the head lights. I started to wonder do they have a situational question along the lines of- "Can you tell us about the thought process and situation when you gave a good answer to a situational question?" I go from self-doubt, to self-loathing, to hey I did get an interview so I do have something to offer. My heart goes out to each and every one while we wait. I start nutrition next weeks, so hopefully that will help keep me busy. I am jealous of those that already have a yes. I don’t want to have to do this another year.

 

You are an incredibly resilient person. The fact that that you applied and interviewed twice shows a lot of fortitude. Certainly, we are our own worst critics, and should all be kinder to ourselves. Also, may we all get in! Side note, I really thought my interviewer responded well to my questions (more so than the interview). I hope that holds some weight! ?

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On 1/7/2021 at 6:26 PM, birthworker said:

Congratulations! I also got into Columbia’s MDE today! Yale is my preference though. ?

@birthworker

Can I ask what makes Yale your priority over Columbia? I've been going back and forth between the two in my mind ?

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Specializes in Chaplaincy to Nursing.

Does anyone know if financial aid awards will be released with your admission?

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Even though interviews have concluded, I’d like to share my experience because when I was reviewing the threads, I’d wished for more transparency regarding specific questions asked. The questions I was asked were:

1. Tell me about yourself

2. Why nursing? 

3. Why psychiatric nursing?

4. Would you say you know the advanced practice role well?

5. Why Yale?

6. Tell me about a time you experienced conflict and how you handled it

7. Tell me about a leadership experience you’ve had

8.  How do you manage stress and practice self-care?

About 10 min were allotted at the end for questions. Hope this helps someone in the future!

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I believe my Interview went well. Because it was so conversational, I not sure if I answered the question completely. I am praying for the best. I can tell my interviewer did not review my application, so I hope that I was able to present myself well. I’m assuming they will go back to admission and conclude. I’ve been manifesting this and hope with the interview and application I am seen as a complete whole. 

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Did anyone’s interviewer take notes? My interviewer didn’t and it’s been something that has worried me. How can she remember me and reflect back on our interview without notes? The interview portion took so long there was literally one minute for me to ask questions before she (politely) told me she had to go and since I was the first of the day in the first week, I have been so worried. 
 

@GreenMagus87 from reading past threads, they have been sent usually at the same time as the admission decision or within a week. 

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1 hour ago, ChemGirl713 said:

Did anyone’s interviewer take notes? My interviewer didn’t and it’s been something that has worried me. How can she remember me and reflect back on our interview without notes? The interview portion took so long there was literally one minute for me to ask questions before she (politely) told me she had to go and since I was the first of the day in the first week, I have been so worried. 
 

@GreenMagus87 from reading past threads, they have been sent usually at the same time as the admission decision or within a week. 

My interviewer didn’t take notes. It seemed like they didn’t want to be there

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Anyone teetering between this 3 year program and a DNP 4 year program? What are your thoughts? 

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@ChemGirl713 mine did. It made me nervous because they did it a few times in the middle of my speaking. They were nice and super transparent about everything, which I appreciated. Still nervous about how they liked the answers.

 

@wp650 while I haven't been admitted at this time, I did apply to a DNP program. I think at that point it may help to make a thorough list of pros and cons. A number of current practitioners including Nurse Liz on Youtube have said new grads with a DNP do not make a noticeable difference out the gate in pay most times from those with just MSN. You may wanna  think about what long terms you might have. For example, do you eventually want to be a faculty member, be in a leadership position in a hospital, get involved with changing the system eventually? Of course you can do those with an MSN as well but I believe it's encouraged to have a DNP at that point.  Plus, you will never be eventually forced to go back to school because that's the terminal degree. We are years away from the point of requiring DNPs though because we are not even close to hitting the marker by the year that was currently set as a goal.  Plus cost of living, what kind of living, the licensing practices of each state if you plan to stay after graduating, etc.

 

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My interviewer did take notes and referenced my application package (e.g., essays, LORs) with strong positive feedback. At the end of the interview, she said, "I'm going to do my best to advocate for you, and if there's another school you're considering, email me and I'll do my best to advocate for Yale and twist your arm!". I think it helped that I spent some time the night prior mentally crafting, but not rehearsing, responses to questions I anticipated I'd be asked. They asked all of them and a few more that I was prepared for because I'd answered them in essays for other programs I applied to. 

Even if I'm offered admission, I probably won't accept. I was admitted to Columbia's MDE/DNP program and am leaning heavily towards that because it's a 4-year DNP as opposed to Yale's 3-year masters. Plus, Columbia has the #1 DNP program in the country (US News rankings), has an amazing and innovative simulation center, and is in NYC. There has also been a push for the DNP to be the required level of preparation for advanced practice nurse roles in the future. And personally, it has always been my goal to earn a doctorate. I'm 99.9% confident that Columbia is the right choice for me. The only scenario I can imagine I'd consider Yale if I'm admitted is if they offer me a free ride basically.  

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@Psychmeout2 Thanks for that. The more I think about it, the more I’m leaning towards one of the DNP schools I applied to, especially because I’ve been reading that one of the DNP schools’ tuition for the entire 4 yrs is pretty much cheaper than Yale’s GEPN program. When I first applied, the Yale name was so “OoooOo...ahhhhHhh” but now I think it might be worthwhile to heavily consider the DNP program. I know this sounds pretentious (because it is), but I feel like I’d much rather say “I got into Yale, but ultimately chose the doctorate route to become an NP” rather than “I got into Yale and chose to become an MSN NP”. I know there’s not much distinction when it comes to pay, hiring percentage, etc- but to be honest, if Yale offered a direct entry DNP program, I wouldn’t be surprised if people chose that route instead.

I also think being a DNP NP gives you so much more fluidity, and ultimately gives you an upper hand (albeit small) as an NP.   I wish Yale was a DNP program, that would be ideal. Thoughts?

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@wp650 I wholeheartedly agree that you should  do what's best for you and not go by the name. Yale obviously has its strong points, but if I tend to go by this reasoning. If I have two or more choices, as I'm doing pros and cons/process of elimination, if my guy reacts badly to me  trying to eliminate a particular choice, I hone in on that. Even if it makes no sense to others. 98% of the time, I was right go with my gut. Also, if the cost of the program is cheaper for a DNP that's two HUGE factors that give a upper hand in my humble opinion.  

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