AudreyMc87

New to the site! I graduated in 2010 with a degree in broadcast journalism. Although, I love what I do, I have always had a passion for nursing, and want to get my RN in order to incorporate the two. I was thinking about an accelerated 2nd degree nursing program? Does anyone have any experience with any programs? Does it matter that I have a journalism degree, and not a science degree? I have already completed my prerequisites including; A&P I and II, Chemistry, Stat, and all of my social sciences, I just need to take microbiology. My overall GPA is only a 3.3, however, my pre-req GPA is about a 3.8 Do they look at both GPAs, or just the pre reqs? Is it okay to take microbiology, or any other missing pre-reqs at a local community college to save money? Also, how do employers look at such programs? Does anyone feel as if they've missed out on any experiences 4 year RN's had? I recently mentioned to someone I wanted to go back and get my nursing degree in, about a year, and they really looked down on me. They were a nurse, and mentioned how there is no way to get the full experience in that amount of time, I'll be "half-assing" it, etc. Oh, and most importantly, what are the best ways to save money while in this program in regards to loans, part time work.. that is what I'm most fearful of. I already have loans for my undergrad, I heard mentioning of some hospitals that will pay back your loans if you sign a contract to work with them, is this true? If you could provide me with any information it would be greatly appreciated! :)