I don't think there is a thread for Yale GEPN applicants for Fall 2025 start, so here it is! Let's share knowledge and cheer each other on⭐! Also, if there is an existing thread, please let me know.
I want to submit my application soon, but I keep re-reading and editing my essays... Anyone else doing the same thing? I have been out of school for almost 10 years, and I'm getting flashbacks to high school/undergrad days!
Additionally, has anyone sent a transcript via Parchment? My transcript should have been received by Oct 21, but on NursingCAS, it says it hasn't received.
Thanks, and I look forward to communicating with you all!
Can you provide the link for nurse corps I have been circling their website, thanks so much!
Can you provide the link for nurse corps I have been circling their website, thanks so much!
Send me a message if you have questions about the HRSA scholarships. I completed my degree on a full ride HRSA scholarship and completed my service. Always apply for and obtain scholarships either through the community scholars program, HRSA, or through merit-based scholarships. There is also a lot of money available to individuals if the candidate is from a minority group going into nursing, speak another language, single mothers etc. One individual even got a scholarship because he was a twin. You never know what kind of scholarship or grant money, which you do not have to pay back; is out there so it is important to do your research. You will have less stress after you graduate if you understand financials and financial terms and have a plan for how you want to pay off any loans you might accrue. The Federal Unsubsidized Grad Loan interest rate currently stands at 8.08% before factoring in interest capitalization even though it will likely be lower for you next year given that the Fed just lowered interest rates by a quarter point.
Send me a message if you have questions about the HRSA scholarships. I completed my degree on a full ride HRSA scholarship and completed my service. Always apply for and obtain scholarships either through the community scholars program, HRSA, or through merit-based scholarships. There is also a lot of money available to individuals if the candidate is from a minority group going into nursing, speak another language, single mothers etc. One individual even got a scholarship because he was a twin. You never know what kind of scholarship or grant money, which you do not have to pay back; is out there so it is important to do your research. You will have less stress after you graduate if you understand financials and financial terms and have a plan for how you want to pay off any loans you might accrue. The Federal Unsubsidized Grad Loan interest rate currently stands at 8.08% before factoring in interest capitalization even though it will likely be lower for you next year given that the Fed just lowered interest rates by a quarter point.
Hi! Thank you so much for all this information can we schedule a time to meet would love to talk as well as email. Feel free to contact is sssalem @ ucsc .edu. Thank you so much again!
Just wondering for anyone doing the MSN program do you plan on working during the program and if so when do you plan on applying for jobs
I would recommend against this. I am a current GEPN student and I decided to go against a lot of my peers' advice, took a part-time research job (10hrs/week, 2 days a week) at Yale's School of Medicine. I was really struggling in my classes and eventually quit my job 3 months in to focus on my studies. My grades improved so much after that as I was able to do a lot more studying, but was also able to allocate more time for self-care and my own emotional well-being. I did the job primarily for financial reasons but it's not worth it IMHO. But some people did per-diem/part-time work and still made it out on time, finances are important, it's just tough. Really make your studies at YSN your top priority, this program will be academically rigorous (but still very manageable, as long as you make your classes/clinicals/labs your main focus). GEPN Fall semester is usually regarded as the toughest term of the program. GEPN Spring and the NP portion (anecdotally***) are not as intense as your first Fall semester. Some students wait till Spring to start working part-time, and quite a few in the NP years work per diem as RNs. This is also not to discourage you from YSN, the preparation that they give you to become an RN and NP is absolutely amazing and YSN graduates are some of the top-performing APRNs in the country.
Send me a message if you have questions about the HRSA scholarships. I completed my degree on a full ride HRSA scholarship and completed my service. Always apply for and obtain scholarships either through the community scholars program, HRSA, or through merit-based scholarships. There is also a lot of money available to individuals if the candidate is from a minority group going into nursing, speak another language, single mothers etc. One individual even got a scholarship because he was a twin. You never know what kind of scholarship or grant money, which you do not have to pay back; is out there so it is important to do your research. You will have less stress after you graduate if you understand financials and financial terms and have a plan for how you want to pay off any loans you might accrue. The Federal Unsubsidized Grad Loan interest rate currently stands at 8.08% before factoring in interest capitalization even though it will likely be lower for you next year given that the Fed just lowered interest rates by a quarter point.
Hi Ohm,
I did send you a private message. Thanks for your help!
I would recommend against this. I am a current GEPN student and I decided to go against a lot of my peers' advice, took a part-time research job (10hrs/week, 2 days a week) at Yale's School of Medicine. I was really struggling in my classes and eventually quit my job 3 months in to focus on my studies. My grades improved so much after that as I was able to do a lot more studying, but was also able to allocate more time for self-care and my own emotional well-being. I did the job primarily for financial reasons but it's not worth it IMHO. But some people did per-diem/part-time work and still made it out on time, finances are important, it's just tough. Really make your studies at YSN your top priority, this program will be academically rigorous (but still very manageable, as long as you make your classes/clinicals/labs your main focus). GEPN Fall semester is usually regarded as the toughest term of the program. GEPN Spring and the NP portion (anecdotally***) are not as intense as your first Fall semester. Some students wait till Spring to start working part-time, and quite a few in the NP years work per diem as RNs. This is also not to discourage you from YSN, the preparation that they give you to become an RN and NP is absolutely amazing and YSN graduates are some of the top-performing APRNs in the country.
Yes, GEPNs don't normally work their first year. As I mentioned before, the program is to fast paced and intense to be able to work during the accelerated year. It will be different fo RN direct entry since they already have their RN license. GEPNs are trying to fulfill their clinical requirements and check offs while they are attending classes at the same time while also studying for exams. Additionally, everyone needs to budget times for last minute schedule changes and simulation labs. As icedcof3 mentioned you also need to budget time for self care and time off in order in order to get adequate rest even if it is meeting up with friends for a quick dinner or a movie not to mention regular activities of life like grocery shopping and laundry!
Yes, GEPNs don't normally work their first year. As I mentioned before, the program is too fast paced and intense to be able to work during the accelerated year. It will be different fo RN direct entry since they already have their RN license. GEPNs are trying to fulfill their clinical requirements and check offs while they are attending classes at the same time while also studying for exams. Additionally, everyone needs to budget times for last minute schedule changes and simulation labs. As icedcof3 mentioned you also need to budget time for self care and time off in order in order to get adequate rest even if it is meeting up with friends for a quick dinner or a movie not to mention regular activities of life like grocery shopping and laundry!
I am an RN already. I was asking when it is an appropriate time to start applying to jobs since some jobs have week long orientations without interfering with my school schedule.
And also does anyone know if we need a Connecticut license. I have a compact license and I'm pretty sure Connecticut is a compact state. But IDK if that will satisfy the clinical requirement.
I am an RN already. I was asking when it is an appropriate time to start applying to jobs since some jobs have week long orientations without interfering with my school schedule.
And also does anyone know if we need a Connecticut license. I have a compact license and I'm pretty sure Connecticut is a compact state. But IDK if that will satisfy the clinical requirement.
Gov. Lamont just signed the law adding CT to the compact in May 2024 but I don't think nurses can use the compact for jobs until Oct 2025. This allows time for implementation and system changes. Double check with the school to see how they are handling compact licenses. I had to obtain a CT RN license since CT wasn't part of the compact when I was in the program.
Gov. Lamont just signed the law adding CT to the compact in May 2024 but I don't think nurses can use the compact for jobs until Oct 2025. This allows time for implementation and system changes. Double check with the school to see how they are handling compact licenses. I had to obtain a CT RN license since CT wasn't part of the compact when I was in the program.
I am an RN already. I was asking when it is an appropriate time to start applying to jobs since some jobs have week long orientations without interfering with my school schedule.
And also does anyone know if we need a Connecticut license. I have a compact license and I'm pretty sure Connecticut is a compact state. But IDK if that will satisfy the clinical requirement.
Ah I see now, sorry for the confusion! I thought you were a GEPN because of this thread. Ohm108 has much better input for this 🙂 Happy holidays guys!
Does anyone know if we take classes during the Summer term. I'm looking at the plan of study and the Summer term isn't included for the RN MSN program.
Does anyone know if we take classes during the Summer term. I'm looking at the plan of study and the Summer term isn't included for the RN MSN program.
GEPN year, yes, you do have Summer courses, a full 10-week semester.
For the Summer session between specialty years (for both GEPN and RN-entry), some tracks allow you to do clinical hours to reduce the number of hours you have to knock off in the Fall and Spring. I was in last year's GEPN, and am now in the NP portion, in the event anyone has any questions, I can likely answer them.
GEPN year, yes, you do have Summer courses, a full 10-week semester.
For the Summer session between specialty years (for both GEPN and RN-entry), some tracks allow you to do clinical hours to reduce the number of hours you have to knock off in the Fall and Spring. I was in last year's GEPN, and am now in the NP portion, in the event anyone has any questions, I can likely answer them.
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Send me a message if you have questions about the HRSA scholarships. I completed my degree on a full ride HRSA scholarship and completed my service. Always apply for and obtain scholarships either through the community scholars program, HRSA, or through merit-based scholarships. There is also a lot of money available to individuals if the candidate is from a minority group going into nursing, speak another language, single mothers etc. One individual even got a scholarship because he was a twin. You never know what kind of scholarship or grant money, which you do not have to pay back; is out there so it is important to do your research. You will have less stress after you graduate if you understand financials and financial terms and have a plan for how you want to pay off any loans you might accrue. The Federal Unsubsidized Grad Loan interest rate currently stands at 8.08% before factoring in interest capitalization even though it will likely be lower for you next year given that the Fed just lowered interest rates by a quarter point.