Do CCRN scores matter?

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Hey everyone, just wondering if the end score that you get on the CCRN matters or do schools just care that you passed? I have several friends who have taken it recently and some just barely passed. So it got me thinking. I am looking to take it soon as well but was wondering if I barely pass is this something that you should retake to get a better score? Thanks! :bugeyes:

Specializes in Anesthesia.

Barry University does not "require" CCRN, though they say it is preferred....

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Specializes in Level 1 Trauma, ICU, Anesthesia.

Having your CCRN definitely works in your favor. However, I have never heard of anyone asking for the score. I would consider it a pass/fail scenario. If someone volunteered their score that was strictly their own decision. Most of the requirements are weighted in varying degrees depending on what school you apply too. Having the CCRN gets you the weight for that particular consideration.

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Having your CCRN definitely works in your favor. However, I have never heard of anyone asking for the score. I would consider it a pass/fail scenario. If someone volunteered their score that was strictly their own decision. Most of the requirements are weighted in varying degrees depending on what school you apply too. Having the CCRN gets you the weight for that particular consideration.

TCU asked for my score.....and I was happy to provide it to them.:igtsyt:

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Specializes in Level 1 Trauma, ICU, Anesthesia.
TCU asked for my score.....and I was happy to provide it to them.:igtsyt:

I still think that is the exception. Fact is, it might be preferred but by far most schools don't require having a CCRN. So your score, albeit interesting for the person asking, it is not a standard admissions requirement. Anecdotal accounts are exactly that-anecdotal.

Encouraging someone to retake their CCRN because their score might be lower is unnecessary. As an admissions committee member, I always looked for their CCRN, but our committee never asked for scores. More than half the applicants didn't even have their CCRN. Although it makes you more competitive--it is only one piece of a large puzzle.

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Thanks everyone for all of your input, I appreciate it. So, I took the test and passed but wasn't thrilled with my score because it was less than 100. :( According to californianurse, a good score is over 100. Isn't that a bummer that we are so hard on ourselves. When I should of just been happy that I even passed I wasn't because I didn't get a high enough score!! Well just a little update, because I originally asked if you should retake it for a better score. I called AACN and they said just be happy that you passed and that they don't allow you to retake it for security reasons. Another bummer, because one of the schools I want to apply to is TCU. Do you think this will definitely hurt me since they ask for your scores? :uhoh3:

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Thanks everyone for all of your input, I appreciate it. So, I took the test and passed but wasn't thrilled with my score because it was less than 100. :( According to californianurse, a good score is over 100. Isn't that a bummer that we are so hard on ourselves. When I should of just been happy that I even passed I wasn't because I didn't get a high enough score!! Well just a little update, because I originally asked if you should retake it for a better score. I called AACN and they said just be happy that you passed and that they don't allow you to retake it for security reasons. Another bummer, because one of the schools I want to apply to is TCU. Do you think this will definitely hurt me since they ask for your scores? :uhoh3:

If your really concerned and need some information to alleviate your stress--call the program and ask what their position is on the issue of score. My bet is they will say pass/fail and that asking about the score was an aberration. However, if you do make the call--let us know what they say. I would be interested in what they tell you whether I am right or wrong.

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I was under the impression that TCU asked for your CCRN scores if you were lacking somewhere else. For example, GRE scores or a not so high gpa. In fact, I know this to be true because I was asked for this reason ( GRE 990). I got 97 questions correct and they said that was very good, they like "around" 100. So hang on to your scores, it could definitely benefit you with TCU.

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Specializes in Level 1 Trauma, ICU, Anesthesia.
I was under the impression that TCU asked for your CCRN scores if you were lacking somewhere else. For example, GRE scores or a not so high gpa. In fact, I know this to be true because I was asked for this reason ( GRE 990). I got 97 questions correct and they said that was very good, they like "around" 100. So hang on to your scores, it could definitely benefit you with TCU.

That's a good point. Many times the interview process is fluid in motion. We only have a limited amount of time to determine whether you would be a viable candidate to succeed in an extremely rigorous, financially draining, and self sacrificing endeavor. You would be surprised how hard this is. It's not just what is on the paper. I would always go home with a headache.

Your point is taken and many times in an effort to balance an equation the interviewer must rely on other tidbits of information to make a more educated assessment. That is why there are so many factors involved in determining who gets in and who doesn't. I am sure you have heard the line that a GRE score, a standardized test, is not always determinant of academic success. This is true. However, applying a multitude of measurements is an effort to build a pattern of success representative if the applicants probability of success is paramount.

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