Is a C in a course a problem for higher education

[jesstucc]

To make a long story short: there's an exam I can take to place out of a research course, but whatever score I get on the exam is my grade for the class. For example, if i get a 75 I get a C for the class. Do you think that will be bad for applying to higher degree nursing programs when I wanna go back for my (D)NP, CRNA, or whatever I choose?

I am currently in an Accelerated BSN Program.

[llg, PhD, RN]

It could be. If you get a C, it will lower your GPA -- and that might hurt your chances of admission. Obviously, I can't tell you how much it would hurt your chances ... but grades do matter when applying for grad school. Good grades are better than bad grades.

Only you can decide whether or not the gamble is worth it.

[FutureNurseInfo]

Why don't you take this course and most likely do well? Unless you think you can ace the test, then go for it. However, if you are not sure, you are pretty much gambling at this point: what if you get a D, then what? So, think twice.

[Simplistic]

I think your overall GPA is more important then an individual grade.

[NotMyProblem MSN, ASN, BSN, MSN, LPN, RN]

Depending on the program, not only will the C lower your GPA, but some schools will not accept anything lower than a B in transfer, which will mean repeating the course. I know when I was pursuing my BSN, I tried to test out of a remedial algebra course. I got an 84 on that exam! I was too happy especially since I am not a math person. Imagine my surprise when I was told that I needed an 86!!! Two lousy points! The B was not good enough; I needed at least a B+.

So, definitely think about it thoroughly before you decide to test out of the course. If you're just trying to get from point A to point B, get the jalopy. But if you need a vehicle to take you to higher, tougher terrain, you might want to invest in a major 4x4 instead. You know what I mean?