25 Aug Explain your understanding of the role of a registered nurse. Why have you decided to pursue a career in nursing and how will Columbia Nursing’s MDE program aid in that transition?
Masters Direct Entry Personal Statement
1. Please address the following prompt, limiting your essay to two double-spaced pages (12-point font and one-inch margins) that are easily read. The essay will be evaluated on the basis of ability to follow instructions, writing/composition, clarity of thought and your response. Explain your understanding of the role of a registered nurse. Why have you decided to pursue a career in nursing and how will Columbia Nursing’s MDE program aid in that transition?
2. MDE/DNP applicants, please respond to the following prompt, limiting your essay to one to two double-spaced pages (12-point font and one-inch margins):
The role of a Registered Nurse (RN) is very different from the role of an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN). Explain what you understand about the role of the APRN specialty you are interested in and what attributes do you possess that you are able to bring to this specialty? What are your career goals?
3. MDE/PhD applicants, please respond to the following prompt, limiting your essay to one to two double-spaced pages (12-point font and one-inch margins): Describe your research interests and career goals, what led you to your research interest, and why Columbia University is the place where you can accomplish your goals.
4. Social Justice for Health Equity in Nursing Essay:
Please address the following prompt, limiting your essay to one double-spaced page (12-point font and one-inch margins) that are easily read. The essay will be evaluated on the basis of ability to follow instructions, writing/composition, clarity of thought and your response.
In the US and around the world there are increasing concerns about inequity and a lack of fairness for many members in our society. Please discuss a situation where you see inequity in healthcare and/or the potential for advocacy within healthcare. You may choose to write about a personal experience of advocacy or inequity OR you may choose to write about a societal issue of personal interest to you.
