So I've been trying to get into the nursing program at my community college for the past year and a half, and the PAX has been the thing standing between me and my future. First attempt I scored a 68 composite, needed a 75. Second attempt, same story — 69. I was devastated and honestly considered giving up on nursing altogether.
What changed for the third attempt was actually being strategic instead of just "studying harder." I found a solid PAX practice test that broke down the verbal, math, and science sections separately, which helped me see that my science score was dragging everything down. I'd been spending most of my time on math when biology and chemistry were my real weak spots.
I also got a structured study guide that had me doing timed sections instead of just reading through content. Eight weeks of about 90 minutes daily, focused mostly on human body systems and basic chemistry. Passed with an 81. Happy to share what specifically helped if anyone's going through the same thing.