Future RN needs help!

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Hello All,

I am 27, and I have been trying to get in the RN program for too long! I need your help!

I am currently trying to get in to the RN program in California. I have completed the requirements for the BSN and ADN programs, and I have been applying to universities and community colleges, because I know how competitive it is in California. I have a 4.0 in science classes and a 3.7 in my pre-req's, I do not have medical experience, nor do I know a foreign language. I have continued to get rejection letters, and it has made me look into other ways of getting to the finish line.

I have considered the LVN-to-RN program, but do not want to extend my time in school if I do not have to. I have also heard out of state programs are easier to get into to, but I am not sure, and I do not know how hard it would be to switch my license back to California if I was going to go out of state. I will keep applying to schools in California, but if there is a better option I will opt for that.

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Specializes in Surgical, Home Infusions, HVU, PCU, Neuro.

As long as you get into an accredited program you can school in one state and obtain liscensure in another state as long as you meet the license requirements.

Ex- graduate in Nevada

NCLEX is national so take the test Nevada, California or whatever. Send your results to the BON of the state you are wanting your lisence in. Pass boards and done

You can check the BON website in CA to ensure you meet all requirements to obtain your license. Good luck!

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Your GPA is great, but as you know that is only one part of your application. Have an honest look at your app and see what you're missing. Have you reached out to your top choice programs to ask how you can improve your application? Maybe consider taking an EMT or CNA course to boost your points and get healthcare experience.

LVN to RN programs are just as competitive, if not more so as there are fewer of them.

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