Drexel University-ACE Program Fall '09

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Hi,

I will be attending Drexel University's ACE program in the Fall of 2009. I just wanted to see if anyone else on here is in that class...and the kind of information they have on financial aid for this program and how they are preparing for the fall.

Thanks!

Andrea

You can get student loans to cover school tuition and estimated living expenses....

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I recently deferred my admission from Spring to Fall of 09'~ :)

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I was also wondering if I dont have all my pre reqs complete (Microbiology, Chemsitry, Anatomy) if its even worth to apply early at this point. My undergraduate GPA is good (3.6) but not sure what they look at. I plan to start my pre reqs this summer at a community college.

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Specializes in None- This too, will change!.

You can apply to the program w/o all your pre reqs being complete. I did and was accepted. However, they must be completed prior to entering the program. They will evaluate your transcripts and send you the courses that are still pending. You can always apply and if accepted, defer your acceptance.

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...I would apply if I were in your shoes....as it is essentially free to apply and the application requires minimal effort as it is very cut and dry.

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Specializes in Med-Surg, Geriatrics, Wound Care.
I was also wondering if I dont have all my pre reqs complete (Microbiology, Chemsitry, Anatomy) if its even worth to apply early at this point. My undergraduate GPA is good (3.6) but not sure what they look at. I plan to start my pre reqs this summer at a community college.

They look at your grades, but you need to be FINISHED your pre-req's (I think a month) before starting the classes. So, it is possible to take the sciences. CCP (if that's where you're going) has two summer semesters. You can take both A&PI and II. Those are pre-req's for microbiology. So, you'll need at least 3 semesters to complete the four pre-req's. You can probably do s1, s2, fall/spring. or fall, spring, s1 and get in.

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Another vote for go ahead and apply. I was accepted into the program with 9 pre-reqs in progress, which I completed over a fall/spring/summer and finished about 3 weeks before the deadline. I submitted the application, my undergrad transcripts, and a resume. Just be sure to follow up with the admissions dept so they're clear that you plan to finish the pre-reqs in time for classes to begin. My app was actually put on hold, and I needed to have it removed for review. Also remember that you'll be dealing with the department of transfer undergrad admissions, NOT the nursing/ACE dept at this point.

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Specializes in ortho.

If you don't have a car, you will have a tough time after your 1st quarter. Some students commute from campus and seem fine, however, I have a clinical where I need to go to the hospital the night before to prep then be there at 6am!

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Specializes in ortho.

Hi folks,

I am a bit fatigued from mid-terms but ready to hit the ground running for the next 5 weeks of ACE 2nd quarter. My main problem is studying in "chunks that are too large" and experiencing information overload by test time. I have passed most of my exams with 76 or above but I know that I can do better if I can be more methodical with my study strategy. The HESI, on the other hand, takes practice.

I've finally discovered the DVDs that accompany most of the texts as well as the HESI website. I will be more aggressive in using these sources to prepare for the HESI's. The HESI/Evolve website was actually great in breaking down the questions that I missed. I know that I can do it!!!!!!! Yes, we can!!!!!

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Hi folks,

I am a bit fatigued from mid-terms but ready to hit the ground running for the next 5 weeks of ACE 2nd quarter. My main problem is studying in "chunks that are too large" and experiencing information overload by test time. I have passed most of my exams with 76 or above but I know that I can do better if I can be more methodical with my study strategy. The HESI, on the other hand, takes practice.

I've finally discovered the DVDs that accompany most of the texts as well as the HESI website. I will be more aggressive in using these sources to prepare for the HESI's. The HESI/Evolve website was actually great in breaking down the questions that I missed. I know that I can do it!!!!!!! Yes, we can!!!!!

Have you tried the Reviews & Rationales books? They have NCLEX questions in each chapter, along with an outline of the material, and extra questions on the CD that comes with each book. All of the questions have answers with rationales, which helps me a lot.

Good luck with the rest of the quarter (and the SPE next week), we're almost there!

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Specializes in Couplet Care/Newborn Nursery.

I applied for Fall 2009, but still haven't heard anything. I tried calling and left a message, but haven't received a phone call.

Anyone in particular I should be contacting regarding the ACE program?

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as27, I think I normally just all the standard number and select the ACE prompt. Best of Luck.

Academic Advising Center for Baccalaureate Nursing Programs Phone: 215-762-8666

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