Post baccalaureate question.

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I'm interested in getting a second degree in nursing. The problem is my GPA was 2.78 when I graduated, the minimum GPA requirement to get accepted into the PB nursing program is 2.8. I have also not taken most of the required classes, which there is 6. I know my GPA is incredibly low and it's because I wasn't ready for college then, and I was struggling with depression all throughout. I should have waited!! NOW I am clear about my direction in life, and want to go back to college to pursue what I initially had in mind.

My question is, if I take those classes and pass with descent grades, is there a chance they would reconsider my low GPA?

I know I could just email the school, but I am terrified they will say no. And if the answer is no, they will reject me, I'd rather hear it first from you guys.

Thanks.

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Do very well in the 6 classes that you need to take and boost that Gpa and you will have no problems getting accepted in the program. Believe me my first degree graduated with a 2.5....cause I was just trying to get my degree....when I changed careers and was a bit older and wiser aced my pre-req classes boosted my GPA to 3.9 got accepted to all programs I applied for plus scholarship offers to boot so I know from experience that it can be done....don't let your past dictate your future!

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Thank you so much for the response! :)

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Dont give up!!!! They look at other areas too so definitely take those classes and set your goal on A's and nothing less. Good luck!

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One of my nursing teachers went to go get her NP and did not have a high enough gpa I do not think, and all she had to do was take some test to get in instead and pass it with a certain score! I am sure that those 6 classes you have to take will boost your gpa dramatically though! I am young, and I think I do fairly well at studying my behind off, and I still have a low gpa of 3.114. I always had a 3.9 until I got into nursing school. Its heartbreaking!! I want to be able to get into grad school!!

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Being "terrified to ask" is not a functional way to go through life. :) It will serve you especially poorly in nursing school. :) Telling yourself you're terrified / scared to death / panic-stricken is something we hear all the time here, but is a poor message to give yourself. Lose those words and their cousins pronto; banish them from your vocabulary and they will never bother you again.

These people are there at the college to answer questions and advise and assist students and potential students. They have heard it all before, and worse by far. You are not unique. Look outward.

As for grad school: You'll be a much better applicant if you are experienced in nursing, say, several years, so you know what it is you want to study and have as your research question for your MN. At that point your experience and, if needed, a course or two to demonstrate your abilities will do it. The number of people who graduate from nursing school with a 3.9 is far smaller than the number of nurses in graduate programs. :)

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@grntea - Yes :) I think I got a little scared when I wrote this, this IS my last chance.

Thanks everyone, I really appreciate everyone's response! :)

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