Could I do THIS to get into an NP program?

[Seasalt1000]

I have a 4-year degree in biology. I am going to enter into nursing. It seems that the easiest way, at this point, is for me to get an Associates degree, and become an RN.

At this point (and with experience) do you know of any:

1. Nurse practitioner programs that would accept me with these qualifications? My reasoning is that I might find such a program, seeing as how I would have A. an RN license, and B. a 4-year degree.

I have a feeling that many (but maybe not all) programs would require that I have an actual 4-year degree in nursing. What are your thoughts on this?

2. Assuming the idea from above is not possible, do you know if there exist any schools that offer a transition program from an Associates RN to NP?

Thanks.

[dlkjmk]

I am in a similar situation. Bachelor's Degree (mine is in Art History). I am starting school for my ADN this fall. The school at which I plan to pursue my MSN/NP has a program for RN's who have a bachelor's in something other than nursing (this school is located in Virginia). Basically that program is the same as the regular master's program for someone with a BSN, but there are 2 additional classes. Not too shabby!

Hope this helps a bit - looking forward to seeing what others say.

Joy