should i give it a shot

[ari426]

Currently situation: Am going back to school this fall at bronx community college to finish up my degree in liberal arts/human service i only have 4 classes left but am on Academic probation so am only allowed to take 2 classes at a time. So my spring 2015 i should graduate but my gpa will be around 2.0-2.4. My concern is that i have been wanting to do the Nursing program for like 2 years but never got the chance because of my horrible grades and situation. But since i will be graduating with my associate degree i want to give it i shot for a bachelor degree in nursing. When am ready to apply for a 4 year school like Lehman College to get into the nursing program i know you are suppose to to have a high gpa on the sciences courses and high grade on the HESI exam. But to be honest since i will be coming in with a low gpa should i give it shot definitely will put in study time to get the A's and a high score on the HESI. But am i kidding myself of getting into the program and should look else where or just go for it.

[dt70]

If you have not taken general psychology or intro to sociology, I would take one of those before any of the natural science classes.

If you did take those classes, I would take additional social science classes before any natural science classes.

You pretty much need an A in every class forward, to raise your GPA before applying.

A ADN program will need a very high score on a standardized entrance exam. A BSN program will most likely need a very high GPA and a good score a standardized entrance exam. Look at different school's requirements for ones that tailor best to your advantage.

Good luck.

[Beth4866]

I have to agree that you can do anything that you really set your mind to accomplish! I also agree that taking some other classes will not only broaden your scope of education, but will also help you achieve a higher GPA by earning As in them. The classes you have to take are hard, but with absolute dedication, you can reach your goal. Stay focused and study study study :)

[Miss.LeoRN]

From the website...

]To enter the Nursing Program, students must earn a minimum grade of "C" or better in each of the science courses listed below, with a minimum cumulative index of 2.75 in these courses, or their equivalents, and a cumulative index of 2.0 or greater for all college work.]CHE 114: Essentials of General Chemistry (3 credits)

]CHE 115: Essentials of General Chemistry (lab, 1.5 credits)

]CHE 120: Essentials of Organic Chemistry (3 credits)

]CHE 121: Essentials of Organic Chemistry (lab, 1.5 credits)

]BIO 181: Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits)

]BIO 182: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits)

]BIO 230: Microbiology (4 credits)

Students must also pass the HESI A2 Admission Assessment Exam.

You will be fine. Graduate with at minimum a 2.0 in your current degree, and then make sure you score as high as you can in the pre-req courses, and the HESI. The program is likely to look MORE at your pre-req GPA, and your HESI than you're previous degree GPA. Additionally, if you get really good scores in these pre-req's they will bring up your overall GPA.

Just also keep this in mind as well...

Generic Nursing Students:] Designed to be completed in four academic years, the generic program is a 75-credit major within a total of 120 credits required for graduation. Students must complete their general education, distribution, and prerequisite courses in the first two years of study and then embark on a concentrated study of professional nursing, supported by the liberal arts and sciences. The generic Nursing curriculum is designed for full-time study only. The program aims to help students gain the knowledge and experience needed to function independently, as well as in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team, and to help individuals and families achieve maximum levels of health. Graduates will have developed skills in critical thinking and the ability to provide competent and compassionate care to a diverse population.

You're gonna have to learn how to successfully manage a full course load. I highly support your 2 at a time pre-req plan, but just know what Nursing will not be any less difficult of classes and you will have to do more at the same time.

[knnyz]

Give it a shot. Sorry if this was repeated, only skimmed the thread - but do your prereqs before you graduate from liberal arts. Nursing programs mostly focus on their prereqs and could care less about your overall GPA. The COLLEGE cares about your overall GPA. Anatomy physiology 1 and 2, microbiology, sociology, english 1 and 2, intro to psychology, physics, chemistry, any class that your program requires.

Anatomy and physiology is the scientific basis to almost everything nursing related! You must give extra attention to detail, do NOT simply memorize, but critically understand concepts taught. No joking around with these classes, get help when you need it, or youtube/google it. Do not leave anything on the table.

Also if focus on the HESI, and get a decent score, that ups your chances by a huge margin, I heard Lehman looks into the entrance exam heavily. It is never too early to practice some questions for this exam.

Give it a shot. You can do it. You know how :) I've seen moms with 3 children and a two jobs are able to do it and don't make excuses along the way, why can't you? Best of luck.

[FutureNurseK]

Never let anyone discourage you! Keep pushing along i too struggled with my gpa so i had to cut back to two classes per semester because i work fulltime with two small children! If u want it bad enough YOU will make it happen good luck on your journey

[ari426]

Thank u so much ladies for ur encouraging words I had doubts before because of my gpa but now am super determined and I am going to do it. As long as I have my drive I know this will happen. Also I will afford the cna which I want to take before I stayed Lehman college