RichyK78

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1. Programs in NY for low gpa

   RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

   Very interesting! Thanks and it's Rich or Richy lol I appreciate all the positive feedback. Will start watching the videos. I always liked science and math but not being in college for so long has me a little nervous if I could even handle math and...

2. Programs in NY for low gpa

   RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

   Awesome thanks! The only thing is I emailed stonybrook and they said the minimum was 2.8 to look at application but didn't mention anything about supplemental essays or anything of the sort. Basically said there is no wiggle room and while 2.8 is th...

3. Programs in NY for low gpa

   RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

   Awesome! Giving me hope again! Lol how did you like program? Approx cost?

4. Programs in NY for low gpa

   RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

   Back to being discouraged lol. Would you suggest to just taking random easier classes to boost my GPA or would that be frowned upon? I know it is 7 years away but I want to figure out if this is the right path for me this way if it's not I can figur...

5. Programs in NY for low gpa

   RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

   Great info! I think I understand what you are saying about leaving grades behind. You ladies and gents are giving me some hope when it was starting off very discouraging. I'm wondering how long would it take to get bsn if I start at ncc. Wondering...

6. Programs in NY for low gpa

   RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

   Awesome thanks for the info!

7. Programs in NY for low gpa

   RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

   Thanks! That is good to know! Was looking to do bsn program for sure from what I understand that it the way to go. I wonder who they have linkage agreements with? I assume that means if u do well in the associated program you can get in easier to a ...

8. Programs in NY for low gpa

   RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

   Thanks! That is good to know! Was looking to do bsn program for sure from what I understand that it the way to go. I wonder who they have linkage agreements with? I assume that means if u do well in the associated program you can get in easier to a ...

9. Programs in NY for low gpa

   RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

   First of all thank you for taking so much time to provide very useful thoughts, advice and insights. I have emailed a bunch of programs so far and so far all have said there is no wiggle room with the gpa. :-( that's kind of why I was posting this ...

10. Programs in NY for low gpa

    RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

    Thank you! Good luck with your program.

11. Programs in NY for low gpa

    RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

    Thanks KrstnWilson! May I ask what program you are applying for? I have emailed a ton of programs so far and explained this problem and so far most say that is a hardline GPA. Fingers crossed though! When you retake a class is your grade replaced on...

12. Programs in NY for low gpa

    RichyK78 replied to RichyK78's topic in New York

    Any advice at all or comments from anyone? Appreciate any guidance. Thanks.

13. Programs in NY for low gpa

    RichyK78 posted a topic in New York

    Hi all, Have been reading up on this forum. I can retire from my NYC civil service job in 7 years. While brainstorming what to do next (I will be 46 when I can retire) I came up with becoming a nurse. I think I have what it takes although quite n...