[Shiloh06]

i am considering applying to the UMD RN-BSN program and would like to hear from past and present students any information you can share about the program i.e average GPA to be admitted, is it very competitive and how intense is the program
Thanks

[DaretoDreamRN]

I just graduated from the program this semester. Its not hard to get in( I believe). It is easier for RN's to get in than traditional students. As long as you have all your prerequisites and you dont have a ridiculously low GPA , you are good. I believe my GPA was 3.5 but i know people with lower GPA's that got in. The key word is that you are already a nurse and you have finished all your prerequisites. I actually had one more class pending when i got accepted. I took most of my classes online and i only had one clinical component ( Community) , and that was a breeze. It invloves writing papers a lot, group projects , quizes and exams. I know that compared to my associates program, it is definately easier but i kept busy and i studied hard. I was also working full time while doing it. It took me 1 1/2 years to complete it but I know people who completed it in 1 year while working full time, and others took like 3 years. Its really up to you. Good luck.

[Shiloh06]

Thank you Lizziej for the helpful information. i am encouraged to apply