Cumulative GPA & PRE-req GPA & which program?

Hi Everyone, this is my first time using this..so bear with me

I'm aiming to apply to a nusing program this comming Fall 08. I have a previous bachelor's degree, but my GPA was pretty low, ~2.6.

Now that I'm taking pre-reqs, I'm making mostly A's, my GPA is about a 3.7, although I'm not too sure.

I'm looking to apply to 7 programs all over the place and probably even out of state...any advice on increasing my chances of getting in? What did you who got accepted do?

Has anyone gotten into a program with my similar GPA gap (2.6 & 3.7)? Whats your overall GPA, and pre-req GPA, and what program did you get accepted into?

I'm just a little worried that my 1st undergrad GPA will screw me over. Sigh.

Anything greatly appreciated!