Fast Track Pathways for Pre-Nursing, Pre-Med & STEM

Accelerated Course Options Help You Move Forward Faster

GCC offers a faster way to prepare for nursing, pre-med, allied health, biology and other STEM related pathways. Courses include accelerated 8-week options and a 16-week math option.  The structured schedule brings together prerequisites such as biology, English and math classes.  

You benefit from the following

  • Faster progress through key prerequisites
  • Structured class sequence to keep you on track
  • Supportive learning environment with one-on-one attention
  • Convenient location at the Glendale Community College North Campus
  • Affordable tuition
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Meet with an advisor and choose your sequence for Fall 2026. 

STEM

Nursing

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GCC North is conveniently located 

5727 W Happy Valley Rd, Glendale, AZ 85310
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Recommended Fall 2026 Class Sequence

Sequence A: Start with BIO180

Class Number & Title Class Length
BIO181: General Biology (Majors) I 8 Weeks (1st)
ENG101: First-Year Composition 8 Weeks (1st)
MAT142: College Mathematics 16 Weeks
BIO205: Microbiology 8 Weeks (2nd)
ENG102: First-Year Composition 8 Weeks (2nd)

Sequence B: Start with BIO201

Class Number & Title Class Length
BIO201: Human Anatomy and Physiology I 8 Weeks (1st)
ENG101: First-Year Composition 8 Weeks (1st)
MAT142: College Mathematics 16 Weeks
BIO202: Human Anatomy and Physiology II 8 Weeks (2nd)
ENG102: First-Year Composition 8 Weeks (2nd)

Multiple class options are available. Meet with an advisor to choose your classes.

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GCC offers fast track options in several areas of study, from Automotive to Web App Development. Check out all our Fast Track Options!