How competitive are ABSN and MSN Programs?

[proia3161]

Hi everyone,

I'm planning to apply to Vanderbilt's pre-speciality MSN program, NYU's ABSN program, Duke's ABSN program, and Johns Hopkin's ABSN program.

I graduated from the College of William & Mary in 2012 with a 3.9 GPA and 1380 on the old GRE. I've also volunteered extensively and am currently working in a mental health hospital.

Based on this information, can anyone tell me if I'm likely to get into any (and which ones) of these programs? I can't seem to find much information on acceptance rates and statistics.

Thank you so much to everyone who helps!

[Lexicon]

What was your GPA for your pre-reqs? (I assume it was fine based on your GPA). Also, what was your major? I am applying to Johns Hopkins as well but am not expecting to get in (I'm applying there because there's nothing to lose, and in the bizarre chance I did get in, I'd feel really good about myself). I know for VCU (which is where I currently go and am applying to for their ABSN) they accept about 90 students from about 250 applicants that meet all of the requirements. I've heard some programs accept about 70, others 40. I think it just depends on the school. :)

[proia3161]

Thanks for your post, Lexicon! I haven't actually taken many of the pre-reqs, which is why I'm only applying to programs that don't require having the pre-reqs completed by the time you submit your application. I will be taking A&P I and II, Microbiology, and Nutrition during the spring and summer 2014. I'm wondering if this will hurt my application prospects. I've taken other hard science classes such as cell biology and general chemistry since I was pre-med for 2 years, but I doubt the nursing programs will look at this.