How old were you when you started nursing school?

[Joe V]

The wonderful thing about nursing is that it is open to everyone of all ages. Please give a cheer to all the people who believe that age is not a factor in learning. And, to all the people who strive for knowledge regardless of age. How old were you when you started nursing school?

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[jenniferurch]

24! felt like I got a late start but better late then never - the time passes regardless of whether your in school or not - why not get something out of it! :) Good Luck to all!!!

[Daniglam91]

Well, Im 22 and I hope to get started when I am around 24...I used to feel that I was way behind becuase I didnt know what I wanted to do when I was 18 and first going to college,but I found out that it is never too late to begin any career.

[Beauty&Brains90]

Love the post, I'll be 24 soon and hoping to get accepted into the nursing program in 2014! Finger crossed!! So I'll be 26 graduating with a ADN.. good luck everyone! Age isn't a factor, its possible!!

[Sarah196]

Started my LNA course when I was 17, and the oldest person in my class was a 42 year old man looking for a change of career! And we had everyone in between. :) Same guy is going for his RN now, and I'm starting a BSN program at age 18 in the fall! Nursing is for anyone, of any age, with a true dedication and passion for patient care.

[Wifeoffireman]

I just turned 42 Jan. 2nd and I'll be applying in a couple of weeks!! I pray that I have my BSN and working as a RN by the time I turn 44!! With God, all things are possible!!

[us4girls]

I was 39 when I started my Pre reqs and I am 40 now just starting the ADN program...hoping I won't be the oldest one and hoping my age gives me a little advantage in being a more focused student??!!

[explorereb96, ADN, BSN]

I was 20 when I graduated from LPN school.....now at the ripe old age of 46 I'm going into the bridge program for my ASN....who knows..I just may continue on at this point. I had a lot of good experience as an LPN and I love nursing. I don't think I could do anything else for a career and love it this much.

[ali.nystrom]

I am 21 and enrolled in a ADN program!

[lilredrunner]

25 when I started. I'll be 27 this May when I graduate with my ADN and start my BSN. ?

[grandmabutterfly]

I'm 55 now and graduating this spring. Hope to pass the NCLEX before I turn 56. I don't plan on continuing to RN.

[BklynEMT]

Became an EMT at 35, now applying for ASN at 38. Will hopefully finish my RN at 41.

[texasgirl22]

Hopefully I will be starting the program this fall, granted I get accepted, and that will put me at 19 ?