Yale GEPN 2021

CPMtobeCNM · Oct 5, 2020

I would think so--but I am no expert. Be sure, if the classes were competitive, to add that too. They have no way to assess the level of the class you took otherwise.

Or maybe a prof can that add to your reference letter that you are solid in quant. stuff?

Good luck!!

secondtimer14 · Oct 5, 2020

21 minutes ago, CPMtoCNM said:

Hi there!

I went to check my GRE scores to answer your question:

Here they are:

Verbal   159   Percentile   83%
Quantitative   150   Percentile   38%
Analytical Writing   4.0   Percentile   59%

total 309 points.

This was my first standardized test ever (I am a foreigner and we don't have these in my home country) so I was very psyched about my verbal and writing scores. I was disappointed in the quant.

It was my first test in real-life conditions --I was a single mom of 2, prepared for 2 weeks on sections of the GRE with Kaplan, but never on a whole exam. And I had a kid with strep throat who hardly slept the night before the test, so I hardly slept either...I contemplated taking it again because I know with time and structured training I can do way better. I decided not to because I didn't have that time.

I didn't get in-- and this year with the pandemic, HSing 2 kids, grad school and a part-time job, there is just no way I can do this.

I don't know what to say...it is a lot of money indeed- especially in this economy. I would maybe email Jana about this?

Definitely write that addendum! I'm a Covid homeschooler so I know exactly what you mean that it's just not in the cards right now to study a bunch for a standardized test.

8 minutes ago, Cprincesa said:

Would grades in science and maths qualify in that manner? For example- A- in general topic Chemistry, B in statistics, and more a->c grades in similar courses? Is that what you had in mind or is there another sort of material you were thinking?

I would be sure to include why your score was lower than it could've been (didn't have time available to study, the things you mentioned above etc). For all they know you studied for months, took three prep classes and then scored a 150.

CPMtobeCNM · Oct 5, 2020

Thank you so much! I will.

Thanks everyone, all the advice is so precious.

Cprincesa · Oct 5, 2020

8 minutes ago, Psychmeout2 said:

@Cprincesa Hi! Definitely As and Bs. I got a C in biology and that combined with my low quant score is what led to me being denied the last time. I talked with the admissions director a few times and as it was already said, the addedum along with grades in math and sciences. They are particularly interested in grades for biology, anatomy and physiology and math courses. It's even better if they are recent grades but do not stress if they're not. I'm considering retaking biology to prove I am capable of getting an A in the course.

Ps. When I brought up not being able to retake the GRE, I was also told by the admissions director that the recommendations and essays are a huge focus.

Ahhh, okay! Thank you. I worry because I do have some lower sciences grades on my transcript, which will be discussed as they are more closely related to outside factors than my actual ability, so maybe I should retake? To hopefully show a little more related aptitude. I also took the first GRE without any sort of studying, because I was severely ill before, and just wanted to make the most of the already scheduled test (turn it into a diagnostic of sorts). I have emailed Jana, but I appreciate each and every comment you all are leaving! You all are ROCKSTARS!

Psychmeout2 · Oct 5, 2020

@Cprincesa no problem! Yeah I agree what @secondtimer said. Maybe explain the outside circumstances in the addendum and if you can afford it retake one or two of the classes with lower grades? I understand with kiddos and especially with us being in a recession, it may not be a possibility. If it isn't, explaning that in the addendum may help. Definitely do not waste precious space in your longer essay explaining (beyond a sentence or two). At least, that's what the admissions director said to me. They want to see the passion and your understanding of the NP role in the essay. Having a recommender mention their belief in your abilities is a great idea as @CPMtoCNM said. Especially if it is a professor of a quant class.

Psychmeout2 · Oct 7, 2020

Hey everyone! I was wondering if anyone has hobbies and interests on their resume/cv? Are there any that may be considered not a good idea to list on there?

CPMtobeCNM · Oct 7, 2020

Hi, I have one and I have very non-fancy hobbies- knitting, gardening, hiking and running. oh and volunteering for a very, non-controversial cause... I really hadn't given this any thought.

Thinking about it--I wouldn't add a hobby section on a pro CV, but on a CV for an academic application, I can see how it's probably OK to add one.

But I'm obviously not an expert LOL.

Psychmeout2 · Oct 7, 2020

I haven't had one before now, but I thought it may be good to list certain things I can't put in my essay. Plus, as you said, my resume is not at the pro level. I thought this may help take up some space and provide some perspective of me as a whole person. Haha, it's no problem about whether or not you're an expert, I appreciate the response either way!

CPMtobeCNM · Oct 7, 2020

? happy to help!

secondtimer14 · Oct 8, 2020

21 hours ago, Psychmeout2 said:

Hey everyone! I was wondering if anyone has hobbies and interests on their resume/cv? Are there any that may be considered not a good idea to list on there?

I would if you have room. It shows a slice of your personality. Im 10 years out of college and I just don't have room on a single page

Psychmeout2 · Oct 8, 2020

@secondtimer14 I do have enough room, should I just list them or flesh them out a bit?

secondtimer14 · Oct 8, 2020

14 hours ago, Psychmeout2 said:

@secondtimer14 I do have enough room, should I just list them or flesh them out a bit?

When I had this section it read something like "Volunteer-tutor to underserved elementary students in classical cello. Enjoys cooking, hiking, traveling, and soccer."