Easiest NP specialty to get accepted into?

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I'm about to apply to NP school with a 2.75 GPA. I don't really care what specialty I go into, I just know I want to be a NP. I'd be happy with any track.

That being said... What is the EASIEST specialty to get accepted into?

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Specializes in Surgery.

Getting into a program is only the first step. I would first reassess why you did so poorly in your undergrad. NP school is no walk in the park-no matter what specialty you choose.

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Specializes in OR Nursing, Critical Care, Med-surg.

Most universities take a minimum of 3.0GPA overall and last 60 hours. However, think about why you want to be a NP, don't just do it for the heck of it. Unfortunately, NP schools are extremely saturated; there are many schools that accept just about anyone with a pocketbook with a 3.0. Don't apply to NP school just because it's "easy" to get in. Figure out which specialty you actually have an interest in.

Even if neonatal NP admission was a walk in the park to get in to- I'd never go that route because I have absolutely no interest in that specialty. Why pursue something you have no passion for?

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I know why my GPA is low, but thanks. It actually has to do with my undergrad classes and me only doing enough to get by and never studying. I did fine in nursing school.

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I used to be a NICU nurse so I'd be happy with that, but I've also been a nurse in several other areas as well. I'd literally be happy doing any of it, I'm not just saying that. And as for the school ID be going to university of south Alabama which will take as low as a 2.75, it's just some areas are more open than others.

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I used to be a NICU nurse so I'd be happy with that, but I've also been a nurse in several other areas as well. I'd literally be happy doing any of it, I'm not just saying that. And as for the school ID be going to university of south Alabama which will take as low as a 2.75, it's just some areas are more open than others.

How long were you a NICU nurse? You just became a member one year ago, and listed your highest education as "pre-nursing".

There are no walk in the park NP programs, and they all require a firm grip on those pre-nursing classes such as A&P, Microbiology, Algebra, etc. In fact, there are numerous NP programs that require a five year or so recency of the science classes because you must refer to the knowledge gained in them on a much deeper level than what was required for RN.

Good luck in your search.

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I didn't post this to get people's opinions. I posted it to get facts. So if you don't have those facts please don't comment. Thanks

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I gave you facts.

I even said so in my posting. "In fact....."

As nursing faculty/an educator, I have concerns that your approach brings to light. (That is an opinion).

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I've been a nurse for 5 years. Sorry I don't get on this website ever, I just though I could get some information. And to answer your question I worked in NICU for 2 years, med surg 1 year, and IR 2 years. Not that that's any of your business. Also, I know what USA requires and what GPA they look at. The only thing I don't know is what specialties are easiest to get into. But I know how the system works in general.

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Specializes in ER.

I would say probably FNP or Adult-geri just because there are more programs. However, with a 2.75 you will probably need to take the GRE and have a portfolio along with an essay explaining why you are prepared to take master-level classes. You may have to take some master-level classes to show you can succeed at a MSN level before being accepted fully.

I'm not sure how you will get facts. It'll just be people's opinions of which one is the easiest.

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How long were you a NICU nurse? You just became a member one year ago, and listed your highest education as "pre-nursing".

There are no walk in the park NP programs, and they all require a firm grip on those pre-nursing classes such as A&P, Microbiology, Algebra, etc. In fact, there are numerous NP programs that require a five year or so recency of the science classes because you must refer to the knowledge gained in them on a much deeper level than what was required for RN.

Good luck in your search.

What? your saying their aren't easy NP programs out there? Lol is this a joke?

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if your dead set on it you could always go to a for profit degree mill, pay 80,000, and not get a job. But hey, you will be an APRN and wear a shiny white coat.

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