Hi everyone! Just putting feelers out to see who is planning to apply to GPC for next Fall. I am taking my last pre-req, A&P II, this semester at GPC (well, almost last, still have to do that one credit Research class), and pondering when to take the TEAS. Before this semester I was out of school for a couple of years, and had kind of deferred my desire to attend nursing school. But it kept calling me, and I realized I HAVE to go for this now before my Science pre-reqs expire. GPC is actually the only school I've been able to find so far that lists them as good for six years as opposed to the usual five.
I'll be honest, I think I have a chance, but I also think it's a long shot. A lot is riding on how well I do on my TEAS, and getting an A in this class. In the beginning I was feeling very low about my chances, but recently my mindset has shifted, and I am feeling that hunger and drive to be accepted to nursing school. I definitely don't lack the brains, but I'm in recovery, so I have a spotty academic record. If I make an A in this class I will have a 3.0 in my Science pre-reqs and a 3.6 GPA for all the pre-reqs combined.
I also have concerns about my background check, as there are a few things on there, the most serious of which is very old - 16 years. So . . . one part of me knows that I have to cultivate an attitude of "whatever it takes" to get in. Retaking classes, applying for LPN as well, whatever I have to do.
It's pretty daunting to feel so simultaneously hopeful and excited about having a chance, and dwelling on the negative factors and seriously big mistakes that may kill my chances.
I'm really having to take it one step at a time. And every time I see someone in the cafeteria wearing the student nurses uniform I just think about how much I want to be wearing that uniform myself. It's something I really need for my life, my self-esteem, my family, to pursure this successfully. So that's me.
Where are you all in your journey? What are your concerns, struggles, hopes, and mindset? I look very forward to hearing from others. Even though we're competing against each other, we're still in it together and I think support is so valuable.
The Nclex pass rate is the most important thing along with accreditation. I was told that they review material as they move forward, so the students don't forget. Now that's not a bad structure, by far. There will be a lot to remember.
I can't justify paying the tuition required for Chamberlain. Not for a nursing degree. Especially, when GPC has one of the best NCLEX passing rates in GA. I plan to do RN to BSN online while I'm a practicing nurse....
I would come out at 65 K. I would have help from wonderful relatives though. I am looking forward to getting into GPC, especially since I had that dream. I am NOT a big dreamer,especially with a two year old that just stopped nursing. I can't recall what REM stage feels like! This wait isn't helping either.
I would come out at 65 K. I would have help from wonderful relatives though. I am looking forward to getting into GPC, especially since I had that dream. I am NOT a big dreamer,especially with a two year old that just stopped nursing. I can't recall what REM stage feels like! This wait isn't helping either.
I totally understand. I have two boys, the youngest being two. It's not easy that's for sure.
If I had help, I wouldn't be opposed to Chamberlain, Mercer or Emory so I totally see why you wouldn't have an issue going. Did u apply to Mercer? I think of all the "expensive" nursing programs that one would be the most appealing to me...I don't have any real reasons tho lol
I hear the mailman. They must be familiar with this time of year...all the letter vultures are out!! He is moving fast. Not getting my hopes of anything being there because the letter form GPC said contact them if I don't hear anything by April 30th!!!
Always Hopeful
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The Nclex pass rate is the most important thing along with accreditation. I was told that they review material as they move forward, so the students don't forget. Now that's not a bad structure, by far. There will be a lot to remember.