Which nursing schools are easy to get into?

[tsullivan807]

Hi!

I am currently 18 and just finished my first semester at my local university majoring in biology. I finished with a 3.01 GPA. I got a C+ in A&P 1 and unfortuntely missed a B by one point. other than that, all A's and B's. I like the idea of a lower division and upper division like at the University of Alabama, but I live in the Poconos in PA...which means I would be way over $200,000 in debt when I graduate, which I am unsure if it is worth it. I was also considering applying to NYU because of the high tuition, there are less applicants. Anyone with any advice would be greatly appreciated. Also my SAT was 1500 and ACT was 22.

[elkpark]

I would caution that, competition and demand in nursing school being what it is these days, any nursing program that is "easy to get into" is probably not one you want to attend.

[llg, PhD, RN]

The rule of thumb is that your total amount of student loans should not exceed the amount you can expect to earn in the first year of your career. If you borrow more than that, you will have trouble paying it back. $200,000 would probably cripple you financially for decades to come. Don't do it.

[pixiestudent2]

Check out schools in Pittsburgh, I think they are pretty easy to get into, I can't speak for university of Pittsburgh though, I think they may be pretty competitive.

[windsurfer8, BSN, RN]

Everyone looking for the easiest route! How about what school will challenge me and provide me with the skills I need to succeed.

[SHGR, MSN, RN, CNS]

Schools also consider other factors besides grades such as any work in health care (paid or unpaid)- having experience in the field shows your potential for success in it. Your admission essay and references can also play a big role in whether you get accepted or not. As other posters have said, you won't know until you apply.