I just attended the Bristol Community College health sciences information session for the second year last week. I thought I would share some of the information for those on this forum or on the web looking to get into this school for nursing. I hope this helps and answers a lot of questions.
NEW this year:
The health sciences information session is mandatory before applying so if you have not attended call them and sign up because space is limited.
You must take the TEAS exam before applying. You can take the test at the college.
Application DEADLINE is now February 1, 2009 for the Fall 2009 semester.
MINIMUM requirements to be completed before applying (NO EXCEPTIONS. Seriously, you must have these to even apply)
High school or college Algebra I (you can take this at your local high school to save money, call around to find out which schools offer this) Minimum score = B
High school or college Chemistry(you can take this at your local high school) Minimum score = B
College A&P I (BIO 33) Minimum score = B
College English I (ENG 11) Minimum score = B
College General Psychology (PSY 51) Minimum score = B
Have a score of 70 or above on the TEAS exam
Attend mandatory health sciences information session
Keep in mind the above is only the minimum to apply. Now the good stuff.
To be COMPETITIVE you must:
Complete all 10 general education courses listed in the handbook which includes:
High school or college Algebra I
High school or college Chemistry
College A&P I (BIO 33)
College A&P II (BIO 34)
Microbiology(BIO 39)
College English I (ENG 11)
College English II (ENG 12
College General Psychology (PSY 51)
Child Development (PSY 52)
Abnormal Psychology (PSY 55)
Humanities Elective (such as Speech)
History OR Math Elective
Have a score of 70 or above on the TEAS exam(they did not have a competitive score but stated to not aim for the minimum)
Priority is given to students with a GPA of 3.50 or higher
Note: If you are still in high school, please do not think you can just apply and get in only taking the high school coursework. You must complete the college coursework as well before applying. There were many high school students in the session and there are no if, and's or but's about it. You must complete all the min. requirements before applying. I do not mean to be harsh but I would hate for you to work so hard and find out that you have to take these classes and not get in when you planned on it. I would suggest taking the college courses in your junior year on weekends or during the summer, so by the time you graduate high school you will be all set to start, if you get in.
FACTS:
Bristol Community College does NOT have a wait list. You must apply EVERY year. They only have a wait list for the particular year you apply to. For example, if you are put on a wait list it would be if someone dropped out that had been accepted.
You do not need previous job experience or letter of recommendations. If you send those in they don't look at it and has nothing to do with the decision process.
They have about 90 spaces and 1200 applicants
Just a tip. Always be on top of everything with this school they are notorious for losing important documents and information as well as not informing students of changes.
I have been working towards this for the past 3 years and it has happened many, many times. I have completed all coursework with a 4.0 and am applying for Fall 2009. All of this, however, does NOT guarantee me admission. I will never give up my dream of becoming a nurse, I will only work harder.
I hope all of this helps. If I can try to answer any questions don't hesitate to ask.
Hey Jenn, Good luck on your journey! I was there more than 3 years ago and it seemed like a long way but I made it. Just waiting to hear if I got accepted now.
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Hey Jenn, Good luck on your journey! I was there more than 3 years ago and it seemed like a long way but I made it. Just waiting to hear if I got accepted now.