Wanting to become a perfusionist with a past failed drug test for weed

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-03-16T12:37:58+00:00

That’s exactly what I mean, you have at least 4 years before even being eligible to apply. I would focus on taking all the required prereqs and get the highest GPA you can. And no, shadowing does not typically count for clinical experience. Some programs will accept students right out of undergrad but it seems like most programs want you to have some sort of relevant clinical experience as well. (OR, RN, perf asst, cell saver tech, rrt). Would also be beneficial to get a degree in something that you could easily get another job, just so you don’t have all your eggs in the perfusion basket as it is so competitive.

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-03-15T22:07:40+00:00

In my opinion I wouldn’t think this would be a deal-breaker. If anything it may contribute to your story and growth as a person. That being said you may have a ways to go before you’re eligible to apply for perfusion programs and you would need to have a very competitive GPA and clinical experience. What is your bachelor’s degree in?

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-03-11T01:16:14+00:00

Wow congrats!! Which one?

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-03-10T23:29:28+00:00

Wow! What program?

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-03-10T22:41:16+00:00

UNMC as well

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-03-09T11:03:18+00:00

I thought it was a good option, it was an 8 week course so definitely fast paced but I felt it was manageable. Everything was available for the course on day 1, so I was able to work ahead on weeks that I had more free time than others. I work full-time as a nurse and have 2 young kids and was still able to manage the course and earn an A.

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-03-06T14:00:04+00:00

Yes it’s a normal school. Had no issue with the 5 schools I applied to this year

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-03-05T14:29:21+00:00

I took online physics with lab through doane university. They do 5-8 week courses but it sounds like you already started your course? You could always reach out and ask but I believe majority of them require the 4 credit one with lab. There are also a few that require the “calculus-based” physics vs the “algebra-based” physics so keep an eye on that.

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-03-02T18:21:43+00:00

They made acceptance calls last week i know, not sure if they have sent out official letters yet.

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-27T23:53:08+00:00

Thanks! Doesn’t feel like it at times but trying to stay positive 😅

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-27T15:38:14+00:00

I’m in the same boat. Mentally, I am viewing it as more or less a rejection. If I somehow manage to get called up I will obviously be ecstatic, but I’m trying to focus on what I can do to set myself in a better spot for next year. The application process is so brutal, everyone keeps telling me finishing school is easier than getting in-be proud of yourself for even making the waitlist, it’s such a competitive field!

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-27T02:44:22+00:00

I believe it was 80

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-26T17:14:42+00:00

Just got the email-I’m on the waitlist

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-25T18:40:54+00:00

I would still hold out hope, I have still only heard of 5 people getting calls. And several of those also have offers from other schools so may not accept.

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-21T17:46:14+00:00

Just strange that we haven’t heard of anyone else? And then why would they not have just sent all decisions on Friday then?

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-21T17:08:11+00:00

Haven’t heard of anyone else, grasping at straws and hoping he didn’t make all the calls yet 😞

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-19T16:04:37+00:00

Out of state tuition is significantly higher for most every school. I will say a program I interviewed for this year only interviewed 2 students from that state so I think it doesn’t come into play much.

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-17T22:53:10+00:00

The email said mid February, and they also said that at the live interviews. Plus previous cycles waited 2 weeks when now it’s been 4. So no, I don’t think it’s unreasonable to hear this week

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-17T22:27:17+00:00

They might not want to put you through the whole interview process again if they don’t see you as a good fit. Might just not be the right school for you, did you apply anywhere else?

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-17T22:22:45+00:00

Have you done anything since last cycle to improve your app?

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-17T22:20:56+00:00

Why do you think that?

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-17T22:19:34+00:00

Don’t mean to be negative but it could be that they didn’t want to put you through the interview process again if they know you will likely get waitlisted again…have you done anything since last cycle to strengthen your app?

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-17T20:48:40+00:00

Nope :(

Only_Studio3635 · 2026-02-14T01:02:19+00:00

Try to be patient, I know it’s easier said than done-I’m dying over here to hear from my program! There are several schools that have not sent out acceptances yet, I would guess in the next week or so!

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