Considering Beth Israel, LICHSoN and other Private Schools

[Vitamin Sea]

Think I'd post this here since there are more people looking on this sub-forum :)

Hi guys! I tried searching but couldn't exactly find the answer that I'm looking for. My apologies if this sounds demanding. I'm in desperate need of nursing school for clinicals that would accept my 3.1 GPA. :banghead: I'm done with the pre-reqs after this fall semester.

I just wanted to ask those who are/were in these schools that I mentioned in the title. Beth Israel, LICHSoN, and other private schools around the New York City area such as Adelphi, Molloy, CNR, LIU, and so on. I would prefer ADN schools but would also consider BSN if given a chance.

What was your G.P.A when you were accepted in the program?

How is/was your clinical experiences?

What advise would you give a struggling student who's nursing-school-hunting?

I am planning to apply for next fall 2010 and currently gathering infos about possible nursing schools that I might attend/apply. Is it a good idea to apply to a lot of nursing schools like 5-8ish? My dream is to graduate, take NCLEX and be an RN. I've been craving for that title. So, please help me. :redbeathe

Thank you guys! I would really appreciate every input/opinion!