GCU admission stats

mait128 · Feb 13, 2010

Hi Lola,

I just received my phone call today from my adviser at GCU. I was accepted into the May 2010 fast track program. My Science GPA is 3.4 and Pre-req GPA is 3.591. The fast track program requires that all pre-reqs be completed before starting the nursing program. I know they take 50 applicants for the Sept and Jan starts I don't know about the May start. If there is anything else I can answer outside of the actual program, since I haven't started it, let me know.

Lolaelizabeth25 · Feb 13, 2010

Thanks for answering and congratulations! What other schools did you apply to? Iv'e sent out about 5 applications so far and I feel like thats not enough. The programs are just so competitive...

mait128 · Feb 13, 2010

Actually I put all of my eggs in one basket on this one. I moved to AZ from Providence RI just because of this program. I didn't bother with ASU or the CC's around here due to high GPA requirements and waitlists. If I didn't get in here I would have needed to take more classes to apply to other programs as GCU doesn't require certain classes that almost all other schools do. In particular GCU doesn't require a 2nd composition course anymore although I did take that. No Developmental Pysch required, no sociology.

All classes here are 8 weeks now so I took A+P I II in one semester. Bio 101 and 102 in one semester etc. It's brutal but you finish quicker. The A+P labs use cadaviers which is very beneficial. Classes are not particulary difficult in my opinion just a ton of information to learn in 8 weeks. If you have a strong GPA and good NET scores you should stand a good chance at GCU. Are you in AZ now?

Lolaelizabeth25 · Feb 13, 2010

No, I live in CA. Just finishing up my BS at UC Davis and hoping to start an accelerated nursing program in the fall. I have a decent GPA but not highly competitive from what I've been seeing on these posts. I've finished all the pre-reqs during my undergrad but probably not with as good of grades as I'll need. If it doesn't work out this fall I think I'll retake A&P and try for A's. I took the TEAS and did pretty well on that. It's kind of difficult with Grand canyon because it doesn't seem like they look at internships, work experience, etc. which I think would have helped me. Now I'm just keeping my fingers crossed that it works out!

mait128 · Feb 14, 2010

Actually they specifically want to know if you work in the medical field now or have internships. Don't know if it helps at all. You can also look at Chamberlain College of Nursing. Ironically I interviewed there on Thursday and spent $85 for the application and testing fee as a backup in case I didn't get in. I should have waited a day.

They told me there current GPA for new students is around 3.2-3.3. Once you're accepted to the school your in the nursing program. No second application. It's the same price as GCU and they do have there accreditation. The impression I received from the adviser at Chamberlain was that they accept on first come basis and I'd have no problem getting in. You may want to try there.

Lolaelizabeth25 · Feb 15, 2010

wow, thanks for the info!

I just went to the chamberlain website and it looks like I can still apply to the July start. Was that the one you got accepted to or did you apply for the spring start? I'm going to call their admissions department tomorrow or Tuesday, depending on when they open. So is the interview a standard part of the application? I didn't see anything about it on their website. Any other suggestions? I really appreciate all your help :)

mait128 · Feb 16, 2010

No, I applied for the July start the spring start is already full. No, an interview is not required but I wanted to go there and see what my chances were.

AZblondie · Jun 23, 2010

Hi Lola,
I just received my phone call today from my adviser at GCU. I was accepted into the May 2010 fast track program. My Science GPA is 3.4 and Pre-req GPA is 3.591. The fast track program requires that all pre-reqs be completed before starting the nursing program. I know they take 50 applicants for the Sept and Jan starts I don't know about the May start. If there is anything else I can answer outside of the actual program, since I haven't started it, let me know.

How is your accelerated program going? I am hoping to start the Jan 2011 program, will be applying in Sept. I am really curious about class schedules and anything you can share. Thanks in advance!!

jlwvip · Oct 21, 2010

Just got accepted for Jan 2011 Fast Track yayeeeeee!!! Did anyone else get in??? :lol2:

mait128 · Oct 29, 2010

Just got accepted for Jan 2011 Fast Track yayeeeeee!!! Did anyone else get in???

Congrats, I'll see you at JCL!! I'll be level Two in Jan. Just keep up on the reading! There's a lot of info, not particularly hard just a lot of it.

mait128 · Oct 29, 2010

How is your accelerated program going? I am hoping to start the Jan 2011 program, will be applying in Sept. I am really curious about class schedules and anything you can share. Thanks in advance!!

This is a little old but I'll give you the info on the program so far. Program is going good. Class schedules are on 8 week blocks, 2 blocks per level. I'm finishing up my level 1 this eight weeks. I had to put off my original start date for personal reasons. My schedule this 8 weeks is Monday 0800-1100, Tue off, Wed clinical 0630-1900, Thur 0730-1300, Fri off. It was a little different last eight weeks.

We started with 40 students, we're down to 35 already in eight weeks. 2 for academic the other three for medical reasons.