ABSN Programs with a lower cumulative GPA?

[Casslynn]

Hi friends! ?
I'm a recent graduate of an undergrad program with an overall cumulative GPA of 2.9. My prereq GPA however is in the mid to high 3.0's, with a great chance of improvement over the next semester.
The last two semesters of my degree took place in 2020, where I was truthfully experiencing the most intense, debilitating anxiety of my whole life. Otherwise, my GPA would have been in the lower 3-3.5 range. I'm looking at pursuing nursing post-bac now, with some experience earning my CNA, and more recently working as a Medical Scribe. I am a Type 1 Diabetic and I'm very passionate about working with other diabetics, as I know how difficult it can be to navigate the healthcare system can be with this disease. 
I come from a background of theatre performance as well, and while talking with other healthcare professionals, they have noted that though my GPA may not be stellar, I have a diverse, interesting background and a solid understanding of my drive and passion to go into nursing. 
ALL of that being said, I'm interested where everyone is applying to ABSN programs with lower GPAs (or just regular GPAs, whatever!) I have landed on these 5, but would add a couple more if I can afford to!
Oshkosh ABSN
Emory d-ABSN
Seattle U
UCCS ABSN
The University of Washington ABSN 
Concordia University Irvine 
I really would like to get into nursing next year or the following year if it's feasible.... Any advice that anyone has for me would be fantastic. Or even just a fellow pre-nursing student to chat with! 
Good luck with your nursing journey. ?
 

[NICU Guy, BSN, RN]

Look at Indiana State University. They do not use your GPA from your first degree as an admission criteria. 

Applicants are ranked using three criteria:

Cumulative pre-requisite course GPA;

Science GPA (anatomy, physiology, Chemistry, Microbiology and their accompanying labs); and

Admission exam scores.

https://www.indstate.edu/health/program/2nd-deg-BSN

[icedcof3]

Research ABSN program in your state, state schools may be more lenient with your cumulative GPA. If a program requires essays, that could help you! This could also be an opportunity for you to explain your dip in academic performance as well as demonstrate your passion! You can't change your undergrad GPA but you can use writing to still express your compelling narrative. I wish you all the best!