ADN versus Second Degree BSN with non-nursing degree

[future123]

Hello,

I am currently a second semester senior at an ivy league university and will be graduating in the spring with a non-nursing degree. I would really like to become a nurse but unfortunately I feel like my gpa is holding back my prospects. I currently have a 2.33 gpa and it probably won't change much from now until I graduate. Many of the second degree programs I've looking at require gpa's much higher than what I have and therefore my chances of getting into them are pretty much slim to none. Would getting an associates degree at a community college be a better option for me (if at all possible?) and then perhaps later on pursing a BSN? I'm really lost and don't really know what to do or where to go from here. I have big dreams but very little hope right about now. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[Jolie, BSN]

It's important to note that not all direct entry MSN programs allow you to sit for the NCLEX-RN though. So after all that you still not be a RN (however, that won't really matter if you're applying for a NP position)

Please clarify this part of your post.

One can't become an advanced practice RN (CNM, NP, CRNA or CNS) without first being an RN, so sitting for NCLEX is required, even of those who plan to advance their education and practice.

[wih02906]

Please clarify this part of your post.

One can't become an advanced practice RN (CNM, NP, CRNA or CNS) without first being an RN, so sitting for NCLEX is required, even of those who plan to advance their education and practice.

I'm sorry, I interpreted something incorrectly. I apologize. Allow me to correct myself: All students who want to obtain their MSN must first take the NCLEX-RN. However, not all direct-entry MSN programs grant another bachelor's degree. Sooo, you'll have a RN license but not a BSN (or ADN).

To check my interpretation visit : http://www.bc.edu/schools/son/programs/masters/masters-entry.html.

It says "During the first full-time 11 months of study, students complete all requirements to become registered nurses; students will not receive another bachelor's degree, but will progress to the master's degree."