anyone getting 3.8 or higher GPA in CEP Nursing programs?

AZBlueBell · Jul 26, 2016

Haven't calculated my GPA since before I got into the program, but my GPA going into the CEP and block 1 was 3.97 and I got a B in block 1. I think it's doable but it's difficult. I have two kids but I do not work. I still had plenty of time for my family and social time with my studies, but other students didn't feel that way and still struggled even with constant studying.

If you felt pretty good with the pre-req's, you shouldn't have an issue. Nursing school is different and difficult in its own way, but it's doable.

Mrs.Bookworm · Jul 26, 2016

CEP classes are not difficult they are time consuming.

I am with ASU and I'll be going into block 2 this fall. I made a high B in block 1 and A in my ASU class last semester. I was one point away from an A in block 1 and like AZBlueBell I had time for my family (two kids 6 & 3) and social time.

It is due able if you want it bad enough and work for it.

Nurse4TLA · Jul 26, 2016

Thank you AZBlueBell and Mrs.Bookworm. Anyone else? Has anyone graduated from the CEP with a 4.0?

I would like to know if working part time will be worth it during nursing school. I also have goals for grad school maybe 2 years after nursing school so keeping a high GPA is critical.

Mrs.Bookworm · Jul 26, 2016

Thank you AZBlueBell and Mrs.Bookworm. Anyone else? Has anyone graduated from the CEP with a 4.0?
I would like to know if working part time will be worth it during nursing school. I also have goals for grad school maybe 2 years after nursing school so keeping a high GPA is critical.

Everyone is different I don't think you will really know if working part time is good for you until your in it. But more than half of my classmates work full time and made it through block 1.

rachaelofcourse · Jul 27, 2016

I got a B in block 1 and did well in my CEP classes. I'm just going to be honest and tell you that it'll be difficult to work part time, keep a high GPA, and still have time to have a social life. There were many students in my cohort who worked part time, were not CEP, and still failed block 1. There were students who were CEP, worked full time, and did well in block 1. It all comes down to you and how you can handle the program.

While it is admirable to have grad school dreams - I have them myself - it is important to remember that life happens. There are many grad schools that do not place all the focus on GPA, but take into account an interview as well. The CNM program at Georgetown University is like this.

Nursing school is a journey that you really have to take one day at a time. While keeping your GPA high might be difficult, it is all dependent on you as a student and where your priorities lie. Good luck!