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I agree with Grntea, you will need to have English, some type of math, AP, usually a public speaking class, and a few others anyways. I would talk with the schools and find out what the pre-nursing pre-req equivalents of these class are at the school you will be attending. Usually all majors have to take the same basic "core" classes anyways.
I spent several years taking pre-reqs and took everything that was required. I thought my application was really strong, and I have no idea why I wasn't accepted into these programs, other than that they're highly competitive (all state schools which admit about 10% of their applicants). On paper I was an ideal candidate, which is why I'm trying to strategize on my next move and how to strengthen my application for next year.
I spent several years taking pre-reqs and took everything that was required. I thought my application was really strong and I have no idea why I wasn't accepted into these programs, other than that they're highly competitive (all state schools which admit about 10% of their applicants). On paper I was an ideal candidate, which is why I'm trying to strategize on my next move and how to strengthen my application for next year.[/quote']What was your GPA? TEAS? Grades in science classes?
stephanie -- My cumulative GPA was 3.6, but then I found out they wanted it cumulative from only pre-req coursework, so it might've been higher. I scored an 84% on the TEAS and placed in the 91st percentile. My grades were Anatomy - A, Micro - B, Chem - B, Physio - A. Although I may not have had the right Chem class, I'm trying to figure that out now. Aside from this, I have years of experience working in public health with patients in a clinical setting (as a health educator and researcher).
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I applied to 4 programs, all state schools, and I've received rejection letters from 2, one of which was my top choice. I did, however, get accepted into the universities as a undergraduate transfer student. Has this happened to any of you? I need advice. Should I just take another year off and apply to more schools next year? OR should I get into one of the universities, change my major to (let's say) public health, and reapply next year to the nursing program with the hope that being a current student and local resident I'll have a better chance at getting in?
Any suggestions are appreciated, thank you!