If I finish with a 3.2 GPA at Valencia college, will I get in the Nursing program?

WookieeRN, BSN, MSN, RN · Sep 11, 2014

It's difficult to say. Each nursing program has their own criteria for acceptance. Some base their acceptance on GPA and test scores, some use a points system, etc.

3.2 is low for a nursing program but there have been people with lower that have gotten into programs elsewhere. Try to look at the stats from their previous classes to get a good feel for what a competitive applicant is. For many nursing programs, at 3.8 seems to be a minimum even though their requirements might state you need a lower GPA in order to be eligible to apply.

Remember, just because it is the minimum that they would accept does NOT mean that you will get in with that GPA. Assume everyone else applying has a higher GPA and make moves to set yourself apart (in a good way) from the pack.

Medic6758 · Sep 11, 2014

I hate to say it because I do not have a problem with private schools, but if you are really determined on becoming a nurse, consider the private college route. They at times appear to be slightly more lenient than state run institutions, however their tuition is significantly higher.

Lanietran · Sep 13, 2014

How can you see what the stats are for the previous class? I'm having trouble finding it. Thank you!

windsurfer8, BSN, RN · Sep 13, 2014

Ask the school. No one here can guarantee if you will or won't get into nursing school.

Alfi_srq · Sep 13, 2014

It depends on gpa of other applicants when you apply