Going back to school in my 50's

[Wille78]

I have been an LPN for 38 years and finally able to return to school for my RN. I am in my late 50's and very excited to complete my dream. Is it harder to return to school at an older age? Thank you and have a blessed day.

[hgrimmett]

Glad to see it's not just me. Assuming the financial aid folks at my school can make this happen, I'm starting classes Aug 28.. and I will be 55 in December of this year. Plan is to get my 2 year degree first, take the NCLEX, then continue on for the BSN.

[sandragutbel]

I'm glad to see this post! I just turned 50 and have been in technology forever but always wanted to get into the health field. Its a bit late but after reading the posts here I don to feel bad at all. I'm just starting my pre-requisites this fall to apply for a AE-MSN Program next year. Anyone has transitioned from having a Bachelors in Business with No Nursing/health Experience to an Nursing Entry Masters program? My first language is Spanish so I thought a good way to put my foot on the door was to finished a Profesional Interpreter Certification which I will use to volunteer at a clinic, would those hours count for the ones I need to apply for my program? Any advise on the volunteer hours I need or any other advise on my next steps since I'm just starting?

[Gottawantit]

Congrats! Your nursing experience and life experience will only add to what you bring with you. I'll be graduating with ADN this year at 50. While I am the oldest student in my class, it hasn't hindered me at all. I love that regardless of how old or young we are, we all bring something special to our nursing practice.

[johngoldeniii]

This topic/thread is an inspiration to me. I thought at age 41, it was too late for me to return to nursing school. I start my RN on Monday-- of course I still havea a few pre=nursing courses to finish. But like my friends have told me , it's never too late, and at least I am doing it now.

I wish everyone here the best.

John G