POLK STATE COLLEGE

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Anyone out there in the program or have any information about the program at this college? I'm interested in getting my ADN. My overall GPA is a 2.8, BA in Biology, and need to take a few prereq's. I have to get all A's in all of them to get my GPA up to 3.0. How competitive is it to get into this program ? I am almost 40years old and don't want to waste my time or money (paying out of pocket, no loans) trying to get into the program only to be told my GPA is not good enough.

I have been studying for the TEAS V getting in the 70's on the practice tests. I am tossing between going for this or going to get my LPN and getting to work.

What are your thoughts, ideas, any information someone could let me know about this program and is it worth the time and money?

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Hello!

My GPA was about the same as yours when I applied to the program. I got accepted on my first attempt. I also had a previous bachelor's degree. Admission is based on a points system with so many points being awarded for certain GPA ranges, some points for having all pre-reqs completed vs only some, additional points for a bachelor's degree, etc. My GPA did not reflect it but I had done well in all of the pre-requisite courses. I think you shouldn't have a problem getting accepted if you can do well in yours.

Polk's website states that most students accepted have TEAS scores of 70 or above so you should be fine there.

FYI, at least one major hospital near Polk State College has started phasing out LPNs so you might find it worth your while to try to get your RN degree if you are staying in the area and plan on working in a hospital.

Good luck with whatever you decide!

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