cjagnelli

I am not sure if I am posting this in the right forum, but if not, please tell me where this would be best to be placed at. I am currently a pre-nursing student at a community college in Washington. I was in school for Business for over 2 years and had a lot of credits done. I could actually apply for a AS this year. I am running into the timeline where I am applying for Nursing Schools. I have a 2.85gpa, which is not the strong gpa that is needed, but I am trying my hardest to bring this up. School does not come easy for me, but I work hard. I am currently in Bio A&P (part 1) and unfortunately my grade just dropped in the class to a 80%. I am going to try and keep it steady and bring it up a little if I can, but as most know who take A&P, it does just get harder as time goes on. I have basically 3 more class after this and will have all pre-reqs done for a BSN transfer. My debate now if if I should also be applying for Nursing school to get an ASN? I know Nursing schools in both are two years, but am wondering which would be best as if I do not get accepted into any school, I am pushed back to Fall '11 to starting school. This may not seem much for many, but now being 30, have racked up student loans so I could considerate more on school, and maintaining living, I am not sure if I can hold off for two years just to start a program then. My goals are to get a BSN, then go on to MSN and possibly either a PA or CRN-A. I volunteer over 10 hours a week in an ER and Surgical...so this is what has grown my interest in this area, not the salary. Wanted to clarify this as I read a couple of posting saying if you are going into it for money, it is not a good idea. Nevertheless, I am wondering what would be best. Should I be applying for only BSN programs or should I also apply to ASN programs as I may be able to start a year earlier? Thank you for your time.