Accelerated BSN with low GPA

[AL0117]

So I really want to go into an accelerated BSN program in NY as I live in NYC and do not want to move. I graduated with my associates with a 3.0 and then graduated with my bachelors of science in biology with a 2.7. My prerequisites are all A's and B's but due to my countess attempts at passing math my GPA dropped drastically. I applied to only one school at first and did not get in (NYU) now I need to look at other options. Most schools require a 3.0 and above, I took more prerequisites after my bachelors and got all A's. What schools require GPA's over 2.7 instead of 3.0 in order to increase my chances. Also I would be wiling to look at out of state as well but with my family here that would be extremely hard. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you!

[nalie2, ADN, BSN, MSN, RN, NP]

I'm not sure if anyone has the exact answer that you need and you may need to put in some work in order to get the information you need.

If I were you I would go to NY's state nursing board website. Look at the accredited schools. From there look up the school's website and check out their admission requirements and applicant statistics so you have an idea if your scores and GPA are competitive.

[NICU Guy, BSN, RN]

The lowest First degree GPA that I have heard of is 2.75. You may find one that has a 2.5 GPA application requirement, but 2.7 is not even close to being competitive. Most schools have many applicants for 30-50 slots so the admission GPA is in the 3.5+ range.

[windsurfer8, BSN, RN]

Univ of Wyoming minimum GPA is 2.5 for ABSN. That is the only school I have ever seen below 2.8. And that is far from a guarantee you will get in. We are talking about MINIMUMS to even apply. With a 2.7 you may very well have problems getting in anywhere. Even the 3.0 on associates isn't anything great. The reason for minimums is to show you are capable of handling 21 hours a semester of hard nursing.

[oldsockventriloquist]

One, if you are really interested in NYU, I would see what feedback they have for someone in your situation. Maybe they will look at future classes if they are able to boost your GPA up to 3.0. I would really look at your problems in math. Try getting a tutor or going to your school's academic center to see if they can identify where you are going wrong. You might need to take or repeat some math courses depending on what NYU tells you. Finally, I wonder why you applied to only one program. It seems looking around at other nursing schools might help you find a program most suitable toward your strengths and/or one that is the most affordable.