Are summer classes worth it?

Born 2 B In OB · Mar 12, 2001

Go for it! Although I have never taken a summer class, I graduated with a degree in biology (I DO know A&P!) and have many friends that swore by summer classes. Since you've done well in A&PI, then you shouldn't have any trouble with the summer course. It's definitely at a faster pace, but, in some respects, is more relaxed. Do you know anyone at your school who has attended summer term? Ask their opinion too.

Good luck!

JillR · Mar 12, 2001

If you are getting an A in A&P1 then you will do fine in A&P2 during the summer. I took it during the summer and we went every thurs and fri for 4 hrs a day for 11 weeks. We had an exam every week, it was hard but I managed to get a A-, which was jut fine with me. The benefit for me was that I did not have to take it with my second semester nursing classes then. This really lightened my load.

wsiab · Mar 13, 2001

A&P can be difficult, but I do agree that if you are doing well in A&PI you could probably handle A&PII over the summer. We seperated A&P, I took anatomy over the summer (5 units in 6 weeks) and still did well.

I would recommend taking algebra another time if you are taking A&P over the summer if at all possible, especially if math is challenging for you.

Summer units take up a lot more class and study time per week. Look at how many units the classes will be combined, if you are trying to cram over half of a regular semester's full time units into 6 or 8 weeks, study time and scheduling the courses may be difficult, especially with lab courses.

I did summer classes almost every summer while in school and it did help cut down on my general ed load so that I could focus more on my nursing courses.

Good luck, it can be done.

[This message has been edited by wsiab (edited March 12, 2001).]

susanmary · Mar 13, 2001

Listen to what your instincts tell you. What are your commitments regarding your family and job? Having aced A&P I, you are obviously very capable. Taking both A&P and Algebra during the summer would be challenging, but if you feel you can truly commit -- go for it. I cut my hours when I went back to earn my BSN, but it was worth the sacrifice. Taking wintersession & summersession classes enabled me to complete my degree in a very short time and lessened my workload during the fall/spring semesters. Good luck with your decision!

SherryM16 · Mar 13, 2001

Teresa, I say go for it! I took a microbiology class as well as algebra last summer and did very well. You must be focused since these summer sessions are very intense. Good Luck!