Changing career to nursing......hopefully.

[Mswnurse1290]

Hello,

I am interested in changing careers from social work to nursing. I have been looking at some accelerated bsn programs in Ca and even other states. My dilemma is that I don't have a strong undergrad gpa (2.5) but my prerequisites which have been completed since last year is a 4.0. I also have an MSW which I obtained a 3.8 in. When i applied to my MSW program I was placed on a conditional acceptance in which I had to have a 3.0 in the first semester of classes to continue in the program and I was able to obtain a 4.0.

Since I'm pursuing a second bachelors, I doubt programs will even look at my masters. Do I have a chance to get into an accelerated program although they are requiring at least a 3.0 in previous undergrad degree?

Thank you

[meanmaryjean, DNP, RN]

It really depends on the program. You need to present your case to as many schools as meet your criteria in terms of price and location, and see what happens.