Denial!!!

MedicalNerd · May 28, 2008

I know how you feel, It took me 2 years of applying here in Cali to get in. I can totally relate!

There are some private places but they are all impacted right now. I do know that there is new private college but I am not sure if they have been accredited yet. It's pretty pricey like 40K but you could look them up on the web I am sure.

Here is their site http://www.excelsior.edu/Excelsior_College/School_Of_Nursing

It took me a while to get accepted and I know that getting the denial letter is a kick in the gut but you have to be persistent and not take no for an answer, you have to keep applying to get in. Apply everywhere you can for next semester, now you have some time to get yourself prepared and do the research for Spring'09.

Just don't give up!

Natingale, EdD, RN · May 28, 2008

2.67? Thats barely making it, sorry to be brutally honest but Im here to help. Work on increasing your GPA to at least a 3.2, do as many co reqs as well as the pre reqs and aim for A's you will get there in no time.

Its going to take patience, Ive been working on it since 2002 (off and on) Im now 24 and finally accepted to nursing school. Even if you got into a program a C+ isnt going to get you far, its waaaaay more difficult from what I hear. Im sorry about your loss, but you WILL get in. Just not now, maybe in a year after working really hard, yeah. My school requires a mininum of at least a 2.75, and with all the competition if you dont have a 3.5 they wont even look in your direction. Good luck to you, I know you can do it.

9livesRN, BSN, RN · May 28, 2008

yes... you must bring that GPA up a bit...

think of how many people are applying? then figure out that at least 20% of them have a good GPA...

you want to be on the top tier due to high deman!

EricJRN, MSN, RN · May 28, 2008

Here is their site www.excelsior.edu/Excelsior_College/School_Of_Nursing

Excelsior's RN program is restricted primarily to students who are already paramedics, respiratory therapists, or LVN's/LPN's -- or to students who have completed most of a traditional RN program.

Excelsior is accredited by the NLN, but have had licensure issues with the California BRN. There has been some talk that the CA BRN and Excelsior are working out arrangements for CA to license EC grads, but I don't know of a single licensee in CA since those talks started up.

I'm an Excelsior graduate and I think it's a good option for many with healthcare experience, but I would never recommend it to anyone looking to remain in California.

stinebean · May 28, 2008

I would seriously look into taking a CNA class if you haven't already and then applying to an LVN program. At most of the schools in my area the LVN programs are easier to get into and then once you're done with the LVN you can apply to an LVN to RN program which is also easier to get into than an Assoc Degree RN program. This is the advice that our school counselor gives to RN hopeful students with low GPAs.

JettaDP · May 29, 2008

Denver School of Nursing. I know this school is in Colorado but if you are willing to relocate it may be an option for you. Their tuition is like 37k for 2 years. But they have like 10 start dates a year. From what I've been told, as long as you have the pre-req's done, you'll get in when you apply. It is not competitive and they are not impacted. You just have to be willing to pay a high tuition.

If you can't leave California, I must agree with everyone else. Work on increasing your GPA. At my school you have to have a minimum of a 2.0 GPA to get in but since they only allow so many people so the "real" minimum seems to be around a 3.6.

Also try getting work experience in a health care field. Your real life experience may make up for some of the GPA depending on the school.

Good luck!!

engima2174 · May 29, 2008

California is very competitive programs, which i am sure you already know. You face a challenge. It is important that you are realistic about your chances, given your GPA. Focus on getting your GPA much higher or going for a less impacted program. Do not be discouraged though. A lot of people have had to start from other levels to get to the RN level. By the way, 22 is still very young! I think you have a lot of opportunities just make up your mind and go for it. Goodluck!

NurseJeanB · May 29, 2008

Are there some classes you can repeat to get a better grade? Some of the ADN programs admit on a lottery basis but you have to have a minimum GPA to qualify. I think it is 2.7, but I am not all the way sure. If you repeat classes to improve your grade don't take too many classes at one time. You want to get the highest grade possible and you don't want to overwhelm yourself and end up with low grades again. I wish you luck. Regards, Jean

MedicalNerd · Jun 3, 2008

Here in California (Northern), The schools do have a g.p.a. requirement.

At 3 of the schools I have applied to they require a 3.0 in the sciences (bios & Micro) and at least a 2.5 in the other pre-reqs to even be entered into the lotto.

At one of the schools I also applied to they required at least a 3.0 in all pre-reqs including the bios and micro.

I really think it depends on your school but I have heard that Napa college only requires a 2.0 in the bios and pre-reqs.

California nursing schools are hard to get into, with all the people living here and the amount of students... it's rough.

I have been applying for 2 years and I just got accepted into my local college. They had 862 applicants and I was one of the 60 that they selected. That was only 7% of the pool who were selected! Some schools have less and some have more but you really have to broaden your horizions and apply everywhere you are able to.

SwtSangria · Jun 3, 2008

have you taken ALL of your pre-reqs? you should take CNA its about 7 units...easy "A" (took mine in Cali)...its mainly common sense. But it sure boost up my GPA! Plus its something you'll appreciate learning since it gives you insight in the nursing world.

wbgirl3 · Jun 4, 2008

what is CNA?!