Aaaaalriiighty! With the large volume of nursing students who applied for TWU this Fall semester and the very few amount of drop outs, it's time to start up the Spring 2017 applicants forum topic!! I'm one of the waitlisters who didn't make it into the Fall 2016 Dallas nursing program, but definitely had competitive scores.
For reference I had a GPA of 3.86 (3.68 nursing core) and a TEAS score of an 87 (top 3%). That left me with a total of 47.7 points (43.83 for Spring 2017, but I'll explain).
Now keep in mind that this semester TWU will no longer be looking at cumulative GPAs, but only the nursing core GPA. Other than that, the change in the Program Materials on the Nursing CAS application, and that you don't need to send a transcript to NursingCAS, there have been no major changes to note for the Spring 2017 semester.
Also, to those who either scored less than me or have a lower GPA don't let that discourage you. Last application cycle was a weird one with close to triple the amount of Honor's students (HS=guaranteed acceptance) and an unusually low declination return. Last Spring, the lowest accepted student had about 43.1 points. Which equates to about a 3.6 GPA and an 82-85 TEAS. If you can hit that ballpark you're in a good spot. Also, since there was such a high percentage of HS for Fall 2016 it's likely that there will be a much lower HS Spring turnout.
Stats for the Fall 2016 accepted students
Dallas lowest accepted: 51.1pts (40 HS)
Houston lowest accepted: 35pts
Now be advised that there is a full 20 points given to any TWU student with 32+ credit hours. That means if you're a TWU student with 32+ you've got great chances. Now for you transfer students (such as myself), I advise studying your tail end off for that TEAS in order to be competitive. It's not impossible, but it is improbable if you don't produce excellent returns.
Let me know if you have any questions about the application process or how the point system works and I'll be glad to answer. I spent hours researching and talking with advisors, so I've gotta lot of slick info in my book. Also, I'll probably post the actual calculator excel spreadsheet they use for calculating points later, so you can play around with it.
HOW did you manage a 95%?! What were your study tools? How long did you study before taking it? Thanks for any tips!!
TaylorDFW - I used the ATI Study Guide and first did one of the practice tests included in the book to determine which areas I was weakest in. Then I read through each section and answered all of the questions. After that I took the second practice test. I also watched some YouTube videos which I think helped quite a bit in the science section. Finally, I did one of the online practice tests the night before the actual test. And that's really it. I hope this helps, best of luck to you on the TEAS!
Hello everyone, I'm new to the forum so I'm not really sure how it works. But, I figured I'd give it a shot. I am planning on applying to TWU for the Spring 2017 semester but I'm not quite sure if I should. I've been to three different colleges and my gpa is low at all of them! At the most recent school I attended, my stats are as follows:
Overall GPA: 2.5
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5
Science GPA: 4.0
I haven't taken the Teas test yet, it is scheduled for May 30, 2016. I also plan to take the Hesi test so that I can apply to UTHSC and UTA.
Hello everyone, I'm new to the forum so I'm not really sure how it works. But, I figured I'd give it a shot. I am planning on applying to TWU for the Spring 2017 semester but I'm not quite sure if I should. I've been to three different colleges and my gpa is low at all of them! At the most recent school I attended, my stats are as follows:
Overall GPA: 2.5
Pre-Req GPA: 3.5
Science GPA: 4.0
I haven't taken the Teas test yet, it is scheduled for May 30, 2016. I also plan to take the Hesi test so that I can apply to UTHSC and UTA.
Howdy Melanie, so for starters, your Pre-Req and science GPA look freaking lit! However, I'm not quite sure if your overall GPA will be a problem or not since Spring 2017 they will only be looking at your science 4.0 GPA. Below are the admission criteria to enter the program. Of course you will need a much higher score than that.
Additional consideration is given to those who earn at least 32 hours of their prerequisite courses from TWU prior to the application deadline, and those who have already earned a prior bachelor's degree.
It mentions nothing about the overall GPA, so I think you'll be alright. The best advice I can give you is to ask Heather Close. She is the person who deals with all of the nursing applications and admissions ([email protected]). Also, I would advise setting up an appointment with her to get some face time and she may even give you some more advice on how to boost your score. Also, aim for an 85 or higher on your TEAS V.
Lastly, have you thought of applying to Texas A&M commerce? They have, for the most part, the same prereqs as TWU.
So I have a friend that applied and was accepted for the Fall 2016 with a 3.9 GPA and an 87 on her TEAS..so you MUST have been really close to being accepted! I was also on the waitlist with an 86 on my TEAS and a 3.8 GPA (4.0 nursing GPA). I'm really struggling to decide if I want to leave my stats when reapplying or if I should risk taking the TEAS again to get a better score. The only thing that is holding me back is the fact that we don't have much time before the application is due and I will not have much time to dedicate to studying!! I emailed Heather and she thinks that I should leave my stats as they are and just reapply. Thoughts?? Is anyone else going to retake the test?
This is general questio: We have a maximum of 2 attempts on whatver exam a school requires (teas, hesi) for each application period? or 2 chances for life?
Goodluck @kait_dod. I just finished Micro and am thinking of applying this summer but i haven't even studied so i feel as though i would be risking it. how long did you study for?
This is general questio: We have a maximum of 2 attempts on whatver exam a school requires (teas, hesi) for each application period? or 2 chances for life?
Goodluck @kait_dod. I just finished Micro and am thinking of applying this summer but i haven't even studied so i feel as though i would be risking it. how long did you study for?
1. That's per application cycle, but they will only be looking at your most recent score regardless which is higher. I'm not positive, but I believe you're now allowed to take the TEAS as many times as you want this semester.
2. I studied 2 weeks ahead of time. I hit the books every day (speaking of which I advise getting the ATI TEAS V study guide). Make sure to drill those practice exams like crazy. Hit up some free online ones as well. Plan out in the book how many pages you'll do per day and study the hardest on areas your not really confident on.
I'm not the brightest rock in the box, but that's what I did and I ended up with an 87. Also, look up the app Pocket TEAS. It's free on android and iPhone and it lets you make custom exams (very helpful).
Was it hard without a calculator? I've got a 3.5 science GPA and a 3.3 overall. I'm just not the best without a calculator so I've been looking into schools that accept the HESI.
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Thanks for all of that information