GCU Summer Program

inspiredRN10 · Jun 30, 2011

Hi GCUJen!

I just got accepted to the fast track for the fall. Which level are you in now? How was the first semester? I am so nervous to start, and so grateful that someone who is farther along in the program has responded! I wish I could take UNV303 and the Christian worldview before but I think only 1 is starting in July. I am thinking about taking them both in the first 8 weeks of level 1, before the clinicals start. But yes please continue with your advice!!!! I know I need it! Thank you!!

GCUJen · Jun 30, 2011

Congratulations! Trust me, the waiting is the worst part! I am in level 1 and starting my second 8 weeks Tuesday. The first week was really hard to get used to because it is not at all like prerequisites. Where will your classes be?

I would not suggest taking both in your first 8 weeks. If you can't take the one in July, then just take it like GCU schedules you. 1st in block 1 and 2nd in block 4.

I certainly wish that more people in the program had responded as well when I was looking for information. (Especially when you have 20 chapters to read before the first day of class and no book list!)

inspiredRN10 · Jun 30, 2011

Oh my! Ya I am pretty nervous! I am at the At Still campus, but the first 8 weeks we are at John C Lincoln. I knew there would be alot of reading! Is the information hard? My friend finished her first semester at u of a and she was at first overwhelmed and then it seemed to get better. Did you spend alot of time on class? The schedules I've heard about doesn't seem too bad. Should I try and do anything to prepare this summer? I saw what you said about the math...ah its scary to start!

inspiredRN10 · Jun 30, 2011

Also, what is the policy for missing or making up clinical and class time? As I said before the first 8 weeks we go to a different campus, that is about 40 miles from me. I am praying for no issues commuting, but like this morning awful accidents on the 60 and 10 cause massive delays, even at 6 in the morning!

johnnyarei · Jul 17, 2011

Just a question.....Did anyone get accepted at GCU with a C in one of their science courses? I have a C in Chemistry. I don't have time to retake it before the application deadline.

NurseKeisha · Oct 27, 2011

can anyone shed some light about how the program is going so far. I am looking to start summer 2012 - hopefully the St Joes campus.

johnnyarei · Oct 31, 2011

I was following the GCU Summer Program thread. I see that you were accepted to the Summer 2011 program at St Joes. Can you tell me how the program is going. What is the schedule like. Does it seem overwhelming?

johnnyarei · Jan 1, 2012

Can anyone in the program at St Joes give me an idea about how the hours are for the 1st and 2nd block? I know the schedule is probably all over the place, but any info would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

GCUJen · Jan 3, 2012

Can anyone in the program at St Joes give me an idea about how the hours are for the 1st and 2nd block? I know the schedule is probably all over the place, but any info would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks

Hi! I'm starting Level 3 in the St. Joe's program. As far as the schedule for Levels 1 and 2, they try to keep classes and clinicals to M,T,Th,F. The problem is, you have to be completely flexible in your schedule, but you will have weekends "off" in Levels 1 and 2! (I put that in quotes because all your time not spent in class or clinicals is spent studying.)

We have, unfortunately, lost some really great people both in level 1 and 2. The program has been very challenging and also very rewarding. My husband has been very supportive. My life pretty much consists of reading, assignments, and studying!

GCUJen · Jan 3, 2012

Hey Inspired! How was Level 1? :)

johnnyarei · Jan 12, 2012

I officially applied for the Summer 2012 Program at GCU. I chose the St Joes campus! I'm keeping my fingers crossed. Hopefully I'll receive good news in mid-February!!!

GCUJen · Jan 19, 2012

Good luck to you! Keep us posted!