Can I get into an FNP / midwife program without another degree other than a BSN?

[nursejaclynxx]

So I was going through a lot of personal matters during my BSN, irresponsibly I pushed to get my BSN in hopes to get a better job. I ended up getting amuch better job . However I was wondering if it's possible for me to pursue a bachelors degree with another major other than nursing such as health sciences for example and then apply to an MSN or a midwife program with that GPA instead ? Or would it be better to redo nursing classes at the school where I did my BSN?

My BSN GPA was very poor. I mean I passed but it's not good enough to go to graduate school . Any input is appreciated .

[mmc51264, BSN, MSN, RN]

No, as far as I know. I had to be a nurse for 2 years to apply for my MSN and it wasn't a clinical one. I think there have been some changes, but I don't think I would trust a school/program that wants to make you an NP without being a nurse first. especially if you want to deliver babies. You need experience to be in charge of that, at least I would want to be.

[nursejaclynxx]

I have been a nurse for 3 years :)

[nursejaclynxx]

I have been a nurse for 3 years and some :)

[Eris Discordia BSN, RN]

I have been a nurse for 3 years :)

You need a BSN, or a bridge program, but since you already have a BSN, you can't do a bridge program...there is nothing to bridge since you have the middle degree already.

[Cat365]

I think OP is concerned about a low GPA. She apparently passed nursing school and is (I assume) an RN.

I would make a list of potential schools and set up a meeting with their admissions office. Every school is going to have different requirements. Some may take an overall GPA. Some may only look at the nursing GPA. If it's an overall GPA you may be able to complete all of the non- nursing courses before applying to the MSN program and starting the nursing courses. This could give you a chance to raise your overall GPA.

[mmc51264, BSN, MSN, RN]

I get it now. Sorry! thx!