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.
Yes but I didn't send the Teas scores yet. Going to do that tonight because I don't think you can send them until they came in. I really thought that I did better on the science, but I guess not. I'm really disappointed in my English/Language arts section.
Yes but I didn't send the Teas scores yet. Going to do that tonight because I don't think you can send them until they came in. I really thought that I did better on the science but I guess not. I'm really disappointed in my English/Language arts section.[/quote']
Well I wouldn't be bc they don't even look at English or Science. They only look at your total adjusted score and reading and math. All three scores should be above 63.
Yes I was just waiting on this score to go forward with the process. Now I'll be doing that likely tonight as well :) just relieved to be seeing a glimmer of light.
Teas scores from jan 4 are up. I want to apply to Mercer and GPC. but my scores aren't good enough. got a program gpa 3.4 and a teas of 76 but I scored REALLY low on the English/Language arts but scored a 77.1 on science 90 on math, and 83 on the reading. What are my chances guys..[/quote']
Mercer only requires a 74 composite. The essay holds a lot of weight as well. I would try, 3.4 isn't terrible.
Is there any criteria GPC include in their choices such as sex, background, nationality, and languages? I am a male, from Africa, and it is really hard to start from scratch considering that I have learned everything in different language. Now I have a GPA of 4.0 and my teas scores are: Adjusted score: 76.7, Reading 71.4, math 76.7, science 83.4, English 76.7. The problem I had with the teas was the timing. Usually I always take longer time to finish my tests compared to my fellows Americans. Do you think I have any chance to get into GPC nursing program with my scores? I have no other plans.
Did you apply in any other schools than GPC? I have heard that your both GPA and teas score are the average of scores that they accept but I know nothing will ease your mind more than receiving the letter of acceptance from them.
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Yes but I didn't send the Teas scores yet. Going to do that tonight because I don't think you can send them until they came in. I really thought that I did better on the science, but I guess not. I'm really disappointed in my English/Language arts section.