applying with minimum gpa

[rgs829]

Most schools require a science prereq gpa of 2.5 and an all total of 3.0. what are the chances that a nursing school will accept someone who is making the bare minimum requirements? do they not put those applications into consideration? do they basically say, "you need a 3.0 to apply but for us to even care, your gpa has to be competitive"? is it a waste of time to apply if your gpa isn't competitive? just wondering if anyone has any info on this. (in regards to CCs, CSUs and private schools)

Oh! and also, does it make a difference if you have really good TEAs scores?

[venti]

My school's minimum gpa is 2.5 and my gpa is a 2.72. They accepted me into the program because my TEAS score was a 90 and the average score for our program applicants was a 67. So don't base all your hope on one aspect of the application, there are always other ways to make yourself seem like a desirable candidate!

[rgs829]

Thank you! That is helpful. What school were you accepted to?

[rgs829]

My school's minimum gpa is 2.5 and my gpa is a 2.72. They accepted me into the program because my TEAS score was a 90 and the average score for our program applicants was a 67. So don't base all your hope on one aspect of the application, there are always other ways to make yourself seem like a desirable candidate!

Also, is it an ADN or BSN program?

[mzrainydayz, BSN, RN]

I applied to a ADN program. The min is a 2.0 to turn your app in. I heard that they start from the top picking 4.0 and then 3.0. Really ppl with 2.0 don't have a chance, 2.0 is just the min to turn in the app. But all schools are different so you may need to talk to someone in the nursing dept about your GPA and chances of getting in. Some schools may only allow one retake of classes, you may have to consider retaking a few to bring up your GPA.

[AliF]

Call the school/s you're interested in and find out how competitive the program is. Many schools consider other factors than just GPA or have a wait list for everyone who meets general requirements.

[mangopeach]

Depends on the school. GPA counts for a whole lot more than TEAS V scores at my school. The first spots go to the highest GPAs with no repeated courses. On my school's website it says 2.5 to be considered but last I heard was no one under 3.0 is getting in and the 3.0s are far and few in between. But again, different schools have different criteria so your best bet is to find a school that puts a lot of weight on the TEAS.