Microbiology over the Summer - New to Forum

I am in the SAME EXACT boat as you. Do you have kids? I have 2 (4 & 3) and am feeling guilty about this as well. But-- we will be in the program a year ahead... so it seems like the right choice... Right? :/

I'm taking Microbiology and Pharmacology pre-reqs over the summer session but the courses are 11 weeks long (vs. 16 weeks in the Fall or Spring term) and have several young kids at home.

I would base my decision largely on the time frame (how compressed the class is) and what else was happening in my life (kids, family, work commitments). Might also check out one of the professor rating sites online to see if any students who have taken the summer Micro class in the past at your school recommend taking it in the shortened session.

I completely understand trying to balance your desire for a good grade/class experience with wanting to be finished so you can apply!

Best wishes on your decision! :wink2:

I would go for it. You'll be so happy you did once it's over! I'm taking microbiology now, and I think it's easier than A&PI & II. It's quite interesting, actually. Good luck with your decision.

I'm taking a 10-week Micro course. If I were in your shoes, I'd just do it and get it over with.

Thank you guys! :loveya:

I am taking Micro over the summer too. My is a compressed six week course. I am taking A&P II second summer sessions for six weeks as well. Definitely could not do them both at the same time. I work full time and have two kids age 11 & 13. Kudos to you guys with little kids cause I am not sure I could do it with my kids that young.

I am taking Micro this summer, too! We will all have to stick together. I am psyched- class starts next week. I already read ch 1 and I plan to get through at least 1 more chapter before classes start Thursday. I have a 12 month old and a 4 year old so I am trying to get ahead before I get behind I considered taking this w/ A&P 2 this summer and I changed my mind and I am glad I am taking this course by itself!

Yes, let's stick together!!! My class doesn't start till 6/22 though... I'm excited/nervous... I hope I can handle it. I'm an A student, but I feel like I do have to put in effort to keep an A.

You can do it! I am taking Micro, AP2 and Gen Psych this summer during a 10week session. I expect to do well, and since you did good in the sciences, so will you!!

Wow! You're AWESOME! Thanks for the boost!