I got a DUI two years ago, will that affect my acceptance into a nursing program?

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Hi,

I was wondering if anyone was able to get into a nursing program with a DUI history. I want to know what my chances are before I fork over the money to hire a lawyer to get it removed...if that is even possible. HELP!!!!! Please and thank you

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It is very possible that you can be accepted into nursing school and allowed to sit for the NCLEX, but be forewarned that you will most likely immediately be placed into a monitoring program by the board of nursing that will limit your practice, have random testing at your expense, and mandate attendance at a local weekly recovery meeting.

If getting the charge expunged it a realistic possibility, it may be a wise choice to save you money and hassle in the long run.

Best of luck.

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U need to check with your nursing program and their policy. My program accept DUI if it's the only offense and it's older than 3 years. Another nursing program in my area won't accept any type of offenses regardless

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Hi Lhalty, I am curious what state your in.

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The bigger question is whether you can get a license. Lots of nursing schools will accept people with all kinds of backgrounds, knowing that they will have difficulty getting licensed, but happy to take their tuition money.

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It would be to your benefit to have it expunged whether or not you decide to pursue nursing.

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Kentucky

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