Taking PAX-RN today at college of Dupage anyone else?

chicagoing, ADN, RN · Dec 21, 2010

So...how did it go? I was wondering if COD canceled the exam due to the terrible traffic conditions.

RscodADN10 · Dec 21, 2010

Yes, I did better than last time. I got 2 sections above 67th percentile so I have three points for the part of the admission worksheet. YEAH!!! Now its wait time!!! It can be as early as early Feb to find out. Last COD class got theres in mid Feb.

chicagoing, ADN, RN · Dec 22, 2010

Good for you! Did you find many physics questions in the science section?!

I submitted my application online last week. I suppose now someone (i.e. an advisor) will be willing to meet with me. I need to push for a substitution for the English class, but Deb e-mailed me to essentially say that I can only be seen if I start my application first.

RscodADN10 · Dec 22, 2010

That's news to me. Well when you do meet with someone let me know what you find out. I want to meet with someone too but it's hard with the kids and all but I'm really curious about my score. I was also confused because on the cod site for health sciences it varies a little bit from the packet.

I wish I had the online version for my app. I did paper in June. Would have saved me time.

chicagoing, ADN, RN · Dec 23, 2010

I didn't really have to do much at all with the online application...I also have a copy of the paper application that I had printed out earlier in the year. Online, I did not have to submit information about any completed classes (I believe COD will pull that info.)

Yeah, I tried to ask a few questions via e-mail last spring (very specific questions, mind you) and was told that I had to start my application first, before anyone in health sciences will "talk" to me.

RscodADN10 · Dec 29, 2010

So do you have any new information? I can't believe that in less than 2 months we can find out about nursing school!

chicagoing, ADN, RN · Dec 29, 2010

Hi, I don't have any new information as of yet (I have not e-mailed Jim R.).

I am going to bring my transcripts from both COD and my UG university, as well as the rank/score sheet from the website. I really need to know which classes may be counted towards the 8, and if COD will accept my advanced composition course in lieu of English 1100 (or 1101...I don't recall the course number). My GPA would benefit (and so would my point total!)

However, I'm also thinking of applying to UIC. The deadline for BSN applications is is Jan. 15. I may try to whip together an application A.S.A.P. but am not really prepared to write any essays. :uhoh3:

RscodADN10 · Dec 29, 2010

Well good luck with UIC. Great school! My brother graduated from there. So which are you hoping for ?

chicagoing, ADN, RN · Dec 30, 2010

I think UIC would be a long shot, since I do not have any relevant volunteer experience. I wish I would have taken note of the deadlines...all I knew was that the early decision deadline was sometime in the fall.

I am hoping for an admittance from COD, and feel pretty confident. But I am also realistic and know that nothing is for certain; I need to have that acceptance letter in my hot little hand before I can exhale.

I also realize that the tuition cost will be much cheaper at COD than UIC. At this time, I cannot really afford state school tuition.

RscodADN10 · Dec 30, 2010

I feel the same. I need the acceptance letter in my hand also. I am just keeping my faith and believe that I am going to get in. I feel I am more than qualified. But who knows what they are really looking for this year.

If I was you I'd just try and apply everywhere. Financial aid is really accessible for a person like yourself. But I'm sure you will get into COD.

chicagoing, ADN, RN · Dec 30, 2010

I am not sure I understand what you mean by what are they looking for? I just always assumed that we'll be ranked strictly on points. (?)

I don't really have a desire at this time to pursue a BSN. I honestly am interested in obtaining my R.N. license by the fastest and most affordable route possible.

I honestly don't think I'd be able to put together a well-thought out essay in time for UIC, or get the recommendations that I will need in time. I have no interest in living in DeKalb (NIU) and can't afford city living.

I just kind of want to get this over with if you know what I mean. I hate not knowing.