I think the whole admissions process is totally stressful regardles of what you are applying for. I am in a different situation than you, but I would suggest you talk to an advisor at the school before dropping any classes. I had A&P class lst night which seems to really kill some peole and the proff is already suggesting peope take a W before they take a bad grade. pretty depressing to hear on the first night of class.
I might be wrong but i think they might value some diversity in some of the programs and being a guy might help.