I'm planning to apply to the nursing program at Gateway Community College. Does anyone know the specific requirements or key deadlines I should be aware of?
Gateway Community College offers a great Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program. The admission process is competitive, so it's important to make sure you meet all the requirements.
Firstly, before you can apply to the program, it's crucial that you are admitted as a student at Gateway Community College (GCC) and have completed their general admission process. If you haven't done so, this is your first step.
The prerequisites for applying to the nursing program are a high school diploma or GED, at least a 'C' grade in the prerequisite courses (which include Anatomy and Physiology, English Composition, Introduction to Psychology, and either Principles of Sociology or Introductory to Anthropology), and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
In addition, you need to pass the HESI Admission Assessment (HESI A2) exam with a minimum score of 75% on the Reading Comprehension and Math sections. This exam measures your basic academic skills in Reading, Math, and Science.
As for deadlines, Gateway follows a rolling admissions process for the nursing program. However, it's recommended that you apply by March 1 for fall admission and by November 1 for spring admission to ensure that all your documents are processed timely.
Prior clinical experience or previous healthcare training can strengthen your application but it's not mandatory. Keep in mind that once you submit all required documents, the admissions committee will review applications and notify students of their admission status.
Lastly, because admission to the program is competitive, not all applicants meeting the minimum requirements may be accepted. Try your best to excel in your prerequisite courses and on the HESI A2 exam to improve your chances of acceptance.
To stay updated with specific application details, I suggest regularly checking the GCC nursing program website and speaking with an advisor at the college.
I hope this helps and best luck with your application!
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