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.
sunrisesunsetmpa you probably are fine. It sounds like you have emailed Ms. Creel back now. We're all still waiting, so decisions haven't been made yet.[/quote']
The one I received was from someone else. Now I'm confused... haha.
In the email telling me about the remaining classes, she did directly Ask my plans on how I planned to complete them. I don't have a couple of the school specific classes & also I am currently attending KSU so they don't have those classes yet either.
Hmmm so I gather two ppl were sending the emails. One asking a specific question and the other just listing courses that need to be complete by the fall....mine was a definite question.
Hello everyone, I am ready for this wait to be over. It would be nice if we could start finding something out today. Is next week spring break for some of you? I am about to start a half semester class on the 19 th. I'm really thinking about checking chamberlain out. I met one lady that started at Mercer. She and her hubby became pregnant:-) (like he pushed the baby out!) Ok... she said that Mercer told her she got too far behind so she ended up at Chamberlain. She had good things to say if you put things in perspective. They don't give you anything which means you have to work for it. She also said that they are willing to help you any way they can. Any school that is getting things established is going to have a kink here or there. Look how gpc had a bad reputation. Now everyone is flocking to gpc. I'm not one to shy away from an option if its going to get me where I need to be in the long run. My application is ready to go. I'll give gpc a few more days.
Hmmm so I gather two ppl were sending the emails. One asking a specific question and the other just listing courses that need to be complete by the fall....mine was a definite question.
Correct. Yeah mine didn't question me like that, it was just a statement that they had to be completed. I guess it depends what classes were left over?
Update: She wrote back!
Good morning,
The e-mail was just information and did not require a response. Sorry for the confusion.
Have a great day!
K*** M****
I suppose then some were questioned, some weren't.
Hi! I have been watching this thread for a little while, but this is my first time posting. GPC is the only school I have applied to this year. The wait is killing me too! I really hope to get accepted, but at this point just knowing whether or not would take away a lot of stress. I didn't see an e-mail that someone would be traveling.
Hi! I have been watching this thread for a little while, but this is my first time posting. GPC is the only school I have applied to this year. The wait is killing me too! I really hope to get accepted, but at this point just knowing whether or not would take away a lot of stress. I didn't see an e-mail that someone would be traveling.
Welcome :) same here. All eggs in the GPC basket. I agree with you 1000%. I just want to know as it will alleviate a ton of stress lol
You receive letters if you "have not met the minimum require ments" . I have already done that and more, therefore I didn't receive an email. Most schools do this. Acceptance comes first, however ability to enroll is contingent on you passes those classes that are needed. Just trying to help out.
You receive letters if you "have not met the minimum require ments" . I have already done that and more therefore I didn't receive an email. Most schools do this. Acceptance comes first, however ability to enroll is contingent on you passes those classes that are needed. Just trying to help out.[/quote']
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I received a letter stating I met minimum requirements. The e-mails were for those who have not completed the remaining general ed classes required for graduation, not necessarily for acceptance. As long as anyone doesn't have more than 6 before beginning the program they will be fine.
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