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Thank you so much for your thoughts! I am going to look into BSN options as well, however, I am applying pretty late for Fall 2017. I applied to 3 MSN programs so far. I am just looking to start as soon as possible, so whichever program accepts me first! I really do appreciate your help! I didn't think about MSN CRNA programs either. I will definitely look into that!

Thank you for the response! I have been wanting to go into healthcare ever since I could remember. However, I have visited and interviewed at medical schools and realized it was not right for me to pursue the doctor route. Most residents I talked to were so burned out and lost their passion for the field. A lot of M1 and M2 friends I have tell me how much they knock you down during your time there. I have a lot of friends in nursing and they have nothing but amazing things to say about their programs and the camaraderie in the class. CRNA seemed right up my alley in what I would like to do as an end-goal. I am looking to pursue a career as a CRNA. Most programs for this require 2 years experience in the ICU, ER, Surgical, etc. This I could do once I get my MSN, then apply to a CRNA program. I'm only 22 years old right now, so timing would not be an issue for me. I would prefer not do a BSN as at that point, it'd be my third bachelor's degree. All of the Direct Entry MSNs I've applied to also allow you to sit for a clinical nurse leader certification exam.

Hey everyone! I currently have two bachelor's degrees (BA in Psych and BS in Bio). Right now I am in a Master's of Biomedical Sciences program in which I will graduate in May. It took me a while to figure out what I wanted to do in healthcare and I realize I would love to pursue a career in nursing after doing extensive research about the career. My undergrad wasn't the best (2.63 overall) However, my Master's I currently have a 3.78 MCAT- 497 I have done extensive research in the Dept of Surgery that has resulted in an abstract publication and 2 presentations at national conferences (one being given a distinction award). I will be taking Anatomy and Physiology I and II this Summer as well. I have applied to Rush, Elmhurst and DePaul for Direct-Entry MSN programs. Based on the above stats...what are my chances of interview/admission? Thank you!!