Are you applying to Houston, Dallas traditional, or Dallas N&W? I am applying to TWU Dallas traditional in August for Spring 2021. Right now I am finishing up some nursing core classes and I plan on taking the TEAS over the Summer if corona virus allows it. I also have TWU preference points that helped my admission score a lot.
What is your admission score? As of Spring 2020 admissions, to calculate your admission score, you can use the Google spread sheet. Download the file to put in your classes and grades.
Does anyone out there know if top priority in the selection process is given to those who completed all of their courses with TWU (like myself) when admission scores get so competitive among applicants? I would find it disconcerting to those students who have spent tens of thousands of dollars at TWU in taking all prerequisites there, and not receive any type of priority over those who are transfers (regardless of them having a previous bachelor’s degree) when doing the selection process.
Does anyone out there know if top priority in the selection process is given to those who completed all of their courses with TWU (like myself) when admission scores get so competitive among applicants? I would find it disconcerting to those students who have spent tens of thousands of dollars at TWU in taking all prerequisites there, and not receive any type of priority over those who are transfers (regardless of them having a previous bachelor’s degree) when doing the selection process.
You do get a score boost equivalent to the second bachelor's degree boost in their scoring system, but you are still expected to remain above the scoring thresholds (45ish for Houston and 55ish for Dallas).
You do get a score boost equivalent to the second bachelor's degree boost in their scoring system, but you are still expected to remain above the scoring thresholds (45ish for Houston and 55ish for Dallas).
That’s the problem. I feel that TWU preference points for those who took all their courses with TWU should be worth more than the points offered for a previous bachelor’s, given the time and money spent into the university. Some of y’all may not like hearing this, but that’s my personal opinion. It just would be a shame that some who are deserving could very well be overlooked over others with similar high admission scores, but I guess it is what it is...
I’m fully aware of the scoring threshold. That’s not the point I’m making. ?✌?
Does anyone out there know if top priority in the selection process is given to those who completed all of their courses with TWU (like myself) when admission scores get so competitive among applicants? I would find it disconcerting to those students who have spent tens of thousands of dollars at TWU in taking all prerequisites there, and not receive any type of priority over those who are transfers (regardless of them having a previous bachelor’s degree) when doing the selection process.
yes, they do. If you have taken all your classes at TWU you get priority. They do it still based on the scoring system, but you get a large amount of extra points added to put your higher up. So I just figured my score with a prior Bach degree and then did my score if I was a student at TWU applying and that score was about 12 points higher. From my understanding that is why the Dallas campus is more competitive for an outsider to get into because they have the majority of TWU students who started there as a freshman. Houston is mostly post- bacc or transfer students.
That’s the problem. I feel that TWU preference points for those who took all their courses with TWU should be worth more than the points offered for a previous bachelor’s, given the time and money spent into the university. Some of y’all may not like hearing this, but that’s my personal opinion. It just would be a shame that some who are deserving could very well be overlooked over others with similar high admission scores, but I guess it is what it is...
I’m fully aware of the scoring threshold. That’s not the point I’m making. ?✌?
Not everyone has enough money to afford TWU for prerequisite classes. I think it would be even more unfair to give even more preference (than they already do) to certain people just because they have more money than others. More money doesn’t make you more qualified.
Not everyone has enough money to afford TWU for prerequisite classes. I think it would be even more unfair to give even more preference (than they already do) to certain people just because they have more money than others. More money doesn’t make you more qualified.
I agree, but they do give preference to those that start out at their institution. All universities do it. Texas A&M does, UH, SHSU all of them do it.
yes, they do. If you have taken all your classes at TWU you get priority. They do it still based on the scoring system, but you get a large amount of extra points added to put your higher up. So I just figured my score with a prior Bach degree and then did my score if I was a student at TWU applying and that score was about 12 points higher. From my understanding that is why the Dallas campus is more competitive for an outsider to get into because they have the majority of TWU students who started there as a freshman. Houston is mostly post- bacc or transfer students.
7 hours ago, meredithgrey said:
Not everyone has enough money to afford TWU for prerequisite classes. I think it would be even more unfair to give even more preference (than they already do) to certain people just because they have more money than others. More money doesn’t make you more qualified.
That’s what student loans are for. I have over $27,000 in student loans invested already into this school, all of which has been paid through government financial aid, not money out-of-pocket. So understand where I’m coming from when I say that if for any reason I don’t get accepted into the program, I will have all that money to pay back eventually, and it was all for nothing. When you say “more money doesn’t make you more qualified”, that statement alone has absolutely nothing to do with what I’m referring to.
Let’s look at it in this perspective: two applicants have the same admission score. One completed their prereqs at TWU and the other didn’t. The one who didn’t gets accepted while the other doesn’t. Do you think that’s fair?? That’s where I feel institutions should use top priority for those within.
That was your choice in taking out those student loans. Not everyone wants to live their life in debt, or has the privilege of being able to pay off that debt in the future. Not everyone qualifies for student loans either (such as international students). And my statement is still completely relevant to your point. The more money you spend (or take out loans to spend) does not make you more qualified. Period.
PLUS it’s not like you aren’t already receiving a huge boost from TWU anyways. The school is already giving you a major preference. With that point boost, you will most likely get accepted, unless you messed up on your GPA or TEAS. In which case, maybe focus on working harder instead of asking for an even bigger handout. IDK why you feel like you are even MORE deserving of a spot than others.
& If 2 people have the EXACT same admission score, they would either both be rejected or both be denied.
That’s what student loans are for. I have over $27,000 in student loans invested already into this school, all of which has been paid through government financial aid, not money out-of-pocket. So understand where I’m coming from when I say that if for any reason I don’t get accepted into the program, I will have all that money to pay back eventually, and it was all for nothing. When you say “more money doesn’t make you more qualified”, that statement alone has absolutely nothing to do with what I’m referring to.
Let’s look at it in this perspective: two applicants have the same admission score. One completed their prereqs at TWU and the other didn’t. The one who didn’t gets accepted while the other doesn’t. Do you think that’s fair?? That’s where I feel institutions should use top priority for those within.
I personally think that’s very fair. If someone who is a TWU student doesn’t get in EVEN with the boost they already have, it definitely shows they’re not as qualified. Someone without a boost had to work harder for higher grades and for a higher TEAS score. Just because you took classes at TWU doesn’t mean you’re more qualified or deserve to get in more than someone else. I took my classes at TAMU so my prereqs are just on the equal playing field as TWU.
That was your choice in taking out those student loans. Not everyone wants to live their life in debt, or has the privilege of being able to pay off that debt in the future. Not everyone qualifies for student loans either (such as international students). And my statement is still completely relevant to your point. The more money you spend (or take out loans to spend) does not make you more qualified. Period.
PLUS it’s not like you aren’t already receiving a huge boost from TWU anyways. The school is already giving you a major preference. With that point boost, you will most likely get accepted, unless you messed up on your GPA or TEAS. In which case, maybe focus on working harder instead of asking for an even bigger handout. IDK why you feel like you are even MORE deserving of a spot than others.
& If 2 people have the EXACT same admission score, they would either both be rejected or both be
Looks like I hit a certain spot with you! ? All I can say is that I made a VALID point and there’s nothing more you can say...
Not everyone has enough money to afford TWU for prerequisite classes. I think it would be even more unfair to give even more preference (than they already do) to certain people just because they have more money than others. More money doesn’t make you more qualified.
While they do give points to those who took their prerequisites at TWU, it doesn't disqualify those who didn't it just means they have to work a little harder for their spot which only prepares them more for the challenges of nursing school itself. I didn't take any of my prerequisites at TWU and I still have about 65 points according to the excel document on this thread.
Regardless of how people earn their admission, we all have to get through nursing school just the same and pass the NCLEX without any free points. That is where we will truly find out who is cut out for it and who isn't. There is no point in arguing or trying to prove a point on a thread when no one knows anything yet.
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Does anyone out there know if top priority in the selection process is given to those who completed all of their courses with TWU (like myself) when admission scores get so competitive among applicants? I would find it disconcerting to those students who have spent tens of thousands of dollars at TWU in taking all prerequisites there, and not receive any type of priority over those who are transfers (regardless of them having a previous bachelor’s degree) when doing the selection process.