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Hello all! I graduated nursing school about 2 weeks ago and was wondering when I should schedule to take my NCLEX. I've been using UWorld and have been studying for the past week and a half. Test-taking has always been a challenge for me because I tend to overthink every question and second guess myself. That being said my scores for UWorld have consistently been in the 60-70% (mainly mid 60s). I was just wondering if these scores were good or not. Also people who have used UWorld what were your scores and did u pass? Any other resources that really helped you prepare and any tips and tricks would be much appreciated (because I am collectively freaking out).

Jessica1077

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Also I wanted to add that UWorld has updated there scale and scoring system so for SATA questions you can receive partial credit. Additionally I have been roughly in the 48th percentile 

kbrn2002, ADN, RN

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Specializes in Geriatrics, Dialysis.

My advice is always to test as soon as reasonably possible while school and test taking is still routine and studying is a daily habit. The longer you wait the easier it is to get out of that testing mindset.

AshleyARMC

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Hi,

I'm using UWorld. I, like yourself, am not a good test taker. I'm doing roughly 100 questions per day, sometimes more. I have the app on my phone so when I decide that I want to scroll through social media, I do 20 questions instead. I'm not really "studying" at this point. I have a notebook that I write down little pieces of information on things that I got wrong. Then, I'll go to RegisteredNurseRN or SimpleNursing and watch a short YouTube video just to refresh my memory on said subject. 

I am currently waiting for my BON to receive my Letter of Completion. Like the poster above me stated, I am taking it as soon as I am eligible. The information will never be fresher than it is now and I am still in the mindset of studying since school has just recently ended. 

I took one practice exam and I had a "very high" chance of passing. I also have consistently been in the 74th percentile or higher.

Hope that helps!

- Ashley

Jessica1077 said:

Hello all! I graduated nursing school about 2 weeks ago and was wondering when I should schedule to take my NCLEX. I've been using UWorld and have been studying for the past week and a half. Test-taking has always been a challenge for me because I tend to overthink every question and second guess myself. That being said my scores for UWorld have consistently been in the 60-70% (mainly mid 60s). I was just wondering if these scores were good or not. Also people who have used UWorld what were your scores and did u pass? Any other resources that really helped you prepare and any tips and tricks would be much appreciated (because I am collectively freaking out).

Did you decide on when you will be taking your test? I wish I had an answer too! I use Archer and have the same score range. I just got my ATT and made my test date June 6th. At this point I just want it to be over with, I've never been a studier. Nonetheless, I wish you the best of luck and just know you aren't alone in the freaking out a bit!!

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