Grand Canyon University Fall '11 HOPEFULLYS!!

TLK879 · Jun 20, 2011

Hi everyone. I was accepted to GCU's Fall traditional program! :yeah:I went to the immunization orientation last Thursday. It was only an hour long and it was only about the immunizations that we have to get. No need to take off work or anything. Nick, maybe you should try to apply to the traditional program. I heard that there aren't as many applicants for the traditional and my enrollment counselor said that it may be possible to switch over into the fast track if you change your mind and want to finish the program quicker. Just an idea. I really would like to finish the program in 20 months, but not having a break at all kinda scares me. So, I'm not sure what I would rather do. I only applied to the traditional because I still didn't take NUR207 or Stats yet, but I'm going to take them this summer before the program starts. I'm just happy that I got in at all. I'm really excited! Out of curiousity, how many of you are working during the program, whether it be part time or full time? I'm definately not going to work full time, but I'm considering doing part time. I just don't want it to interfere with school and not have enough time to study. Do you think it will be best to not work? I'd love to hear your opinions. Thanks! Nick, goodluck on being accepted! Think positive!

RNicholask, BSN, RN · Jun 20, 2011

Thanks for the advice, I'll def email/contact my enrollment counselor to inquire about traditional.

I'm working 2jobs right now but only weekends. I switch every other between both jobs. Because its summer I'm averaging 30hrs/week bit once school starts I was planning on just weekends.

RNicholask, BSN, RN · Jun 20, 2011

I was at the orientation today! meeting with the Dean before admissions... :)

Wish me luck.

I have a chance!

h9house · Jun 20, 2011

Good luck NickWaHoo!!

RNicholask, BSN, RN · Jun 20, 2011

Thanks! I'll let ya know it goes.

Lizzyru · Jun 20, 2011

Good luck, Nick! Hummm.. there were several male Asian student there so I guess I could say I may have seen you. lol So have you guys taken UNV and religion yet? I guess I'm going to wait till I can pile it on top of the full time credit load so I don't have to pay a huge chunk of change right at this moment. I am not thrilled but what can you do!?

I thought the immunization orientation was informative. I was not aware we had to do lab tests vs. immunization records. I have an appt. with my PCP tomorrow to get all that squared away. And the DPS fingerprint card... I didn't realize mine was no good!? I have had mine for 2 years but it does not say level 1. FYI, UPS stores on Bell and also the one off Cave Cree (by Costco) do fingerprints for a small fee.

Good luck to everyone!!! Let the paper-chase begin!

Lizzyru · Jun 20, 2011

P.S. Nick, had I known you were going to be there, I would certainly have looked for you and introduced myself! :)

RNicholask, BSN, RN · Jun 21, 2011

Yeah? Next time ill stand up and yell WAHOO! !

Luckily I have the correct fingerprint and cpr cards. Immunizations are updated from the hospital. I just need health insurance now! Lol

pickles45 · Jun 21, 2011

Thanks for the reply lizzyru and inspiredrn10. My counselor hasn't given me a direct answer as far as GPA is concerned. Unfortunately, I don't have a CNA certification or a previous degree, but I have completed all of the pre-reqs, and have a nice GPA, so I'm hoping that'll work! I'll know in a few months. Good luck again to all of you! :)

TLK879 · Jun 23, 2011

Hi. I was accepted into the traditional Nursing program for fall, but I'm thinking that I want to do the fast track instead. Nick, who did you talk to about being accepted for Fall? Does anyone know who I could talk to about this? Thanks!

RNicholask, BSN, RN · Jun 24, 2011

I've been emailing back and forth with my enrollment counselor.

Even though August start date is far away, I feel like my window of opportunity is closing fast!

Hopefully I can hear something soon!.....

Congrats to getting in.

TLK879 · Jun 24, 2011

Hi Nick. Think positive. ------- (enrollment counselor) told me that they won't totally be done with the acceptance process till the end of June, so you still have time. :) They may just be telling some people a little later than others. Who is your enrollment counselor? Mine has not called me or emailed me back in a week, and I've called and wrote her several emails. I'm getting really irritated, as I still need to register for NUR207 and have a lot of questions. Goodluck! I have a good feeling that you will get in for Fall! :)