Collin College ADN Spring 2016

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Hello everyone. I have been searching for a Collin College Nursing applicants for spring 2016 thread for weeks and I have not seen one so I figured I would start one my self: ) I will be turning in my application for the program this week and I wanted to share my story. I made A's in all my sciences. I made an A in English and a B in humanities, general psychology and life span psychology. I made a 6 on the PSB as well. I will be applying with 27 points because of the 3 B's I made in humanities and the psychology classes. Because I will only be applying with 27 points I am apprehensive about getting in. I have worked so hard and come so far for this moment, I will just have to give it to God. I've only taken my sciences once, which is good according to the nursing department as they are really factoring acceptance into the program based on taking your sciences once (they told me studies show those who take their sciences once and get an A the first time tend to do better in the program). However, I hope it's enough. I have children, I work full time and it took everything in me to get A's in my sciences and a 6 on the PSB. On the old point system I would be applying with 16 points (I know I need to get over it). I have been following the allnurses site for about a year and a half and I have had the opportunity to share in many wonderful experiences. Most of you that have posted had 4.0's and I've seen the joy you express when you get that acceptance and I am so happy for you all. I hope there is someone out there that applied and got in with similar applying factors and if so, wouldn't mind posting. I'd love to hear from anyone who will be applying or has applied for the Spring 2016 start and what your stats look like. Please do share. Best wishes to you all.

I certainly appreciate the prayers and will be praying for you as well nursing 2016. I've heard Bottom's is a great teacher, however, since I work I have to take class in the evening. I hope to take someone just as good. Are you going to wait for your PSB results before you turn in your application? My results were ready to pick up about a week and a day later. If I were you I would call them a week after you take it to see if the results are in. Keep me posted and remember I am here if you have any other questions.

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Oh okay I see, I had a couple people tell me Professor Walker is good too and I think he teaches later in the day. The nursing department told me it takes two weeks to get results. I'll call them in a week later like you said to see if there in. Thats going to be nerve wrecking. Did you put your PSB results with your application?

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It's funny you mentioned his name, I am currently registered for his fall class. I did not turn in the PSB copy myself, the nursing recruiter told me she will put it in with my application. They will give you a copy and keep one on file.

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I took the PSB test yesterday and dropped off my application as well. I have no idea how I did on the PSB. The spelling had words I hadn't seen or heard of. And the science geesh! I actually studied for weeks but the material I studied didn't seem to be on the test. I think I did well on the reading and the aptitude section but the spelling and science have me concerned! I am praying so hard I get in. I have been working towards this since 2010 with so many set backs i.e. school programs closing, online bust etc. I am determined to get this done. I love being a nurse and just want to advance forward! Best of luck to all.

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msqtsmith congratulations on making it this far. I hope nothing but the bet for you. It says a lot about someone such as yourself who is able to overcome the obstacles and not quit fighting. The spelling was tough! I will be praying for your acceptance and success. Please keep us posted on who you did on the PSB (the results will likely be in by the end of next week)!
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Please keep us updated on the status of your acceptance :]

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how long did yall study for the psb? a few days? weeks? months?

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I studied for a couple of weeks. I tried not to over do it. I got a good nights sleep and a good breakfast (Chick Fil A) :D. I also did no studying the same day.

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What's your opinion on taking the clep for biology to get that 1 extra point at time of application? Anyone done this? Or taken the clep for any other classes?

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Hi mylife7,

No problem at all!! I've submitted my application and I'm waiting for my grade to come in from my summer class, so I can submit my transcript. I also plan to take the CLEP biology test this week.

Sadly, I didn't take any Honors classes which actually account for a whopping 4 points! So that's 4 points lost there. I guess all-in-all I should have 29 points.

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I'm taking the CLEP for the extra point. Because honors classes are worth 4 points and I didn't take any, I'm trying to get as many points as possible. I heard that the program is very selective, so every point counts.

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appioriley honestly, I wouldn't be too concerned about not having honors classes. I have spent a lot of time talking to the nursing department and very few people have had honors class. I was told that come next application cycle there will be more people with honors but for now, not so much. Did you say that you took the PSB already? If so, what did you get on it and who did you take for Micro?
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