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I am freaking out myself. I have been checkingmy application status like 3x a day.....I sent my application back in November and made a mistake on the essay. I have talked with the nursing department's admission director and today she told me that the letters should be sent in by the end of this week/beginning of next week. I am extremely nervous and feel hopeless.

Hello there, I think it all depends on the individual. There are quite few things to take into account when making such decisions. Based on what you have mentioned it sounds as though you are a Senior in H.S. So from this I would first make sure you apply to an institute that fits your personality. For instance, visit the schools that you can (make a list...check their websites out..make sure they offer a Nursing program...and what their rules are in order to enter to that Nursing program. Some schools make it possible for you to make the transition once admitted to their schools, others would prefer you graduate first with your Bachelor's). Secondly, apply for Financial Aid. If not eligible I would make sure that the school I am going to is not only affordable but also offers a payment plan that I can work with. I know that at first college expenses may not seem like a big deal but once you find yourself in the gig you may begin to become more conscious about your expenses. On another note, take into account the difference between Colleges and Universities...most colleges offer an Associates Degree in which you can only get a 2 year Registered Nurse license (if you end up passing the NCLEX)....this can certainly have an impact on your goals because in today's economy a B.S. in Nursing is much more..hmm...I want to use the word appreciated (sure, there may be few exceptions but like I said...you must take into account everything before making a decision). Also, when admitted, try to take summer classes and do your nursing pre-requisities like ASAP (aim to get good grade). Always attempt to extend your social network and try to learn something from the experiences of others especially those who are nurses themselves. -Overall, it all depends on what works best for you. If you can attend a 2 year program and attend a small school to get an associates in nursing then bridge over to two more years to get your Bachelor's then that can also be a plan! Or if you prefer a bigger campus and aim to get your BSN then shoot for a University! Regardless, always visit the school (if I were you I would literally ask students during my visit questions about the school...this is if they don't mind or are running late to class..lol)....and most importantly, ENJOY the process of earning a degree in Nursing. College is more about learning about yourself while maturing and building on your prospective career.So I wish you the best of luck .

"My advice to all of the people that are either just starting out (applying to nursing school/taking prerequisite courses for nursing school) or those that are near graduation and/or preparing for the NCLEX, DO NOT GIVE UP! There is an end in sight and if you REALLY desire it you will obtain it. " -This is very inspirational. Congrats!

I am actually struggling with Chemistry myself. I did not withdraw from it and got a poor grade. Even though I am planning on taking a more extensive chemistry 2 course (it is more one-on-one time between students and teachers) I am a bit scared. My top school only requires a 4 credit Chem course and with the poor grade I received I don't know how the school I am applying to would see that even though Chem I was tough for me, hoping I earn a higher grade in Chem II would still not hurt my chances of getting in. So far, my top school does not know what grade I earned this semester. I am hoping to be admitted as a conditional student...and transfer over my transcript after graduating with a much higher grade in Chem II. Since they only require a 4 credit Chem course, do you think they would take preference between my Chem 1 and Chem 2 grades??...any suggestions??...anyone please feel free to comment...Thanks.

Did it take you longer to whoop Chemistry's ass?

I absolutely agree with you.

Hey guys, Excuse me for what I am about to say but I need something/someone to vent to. I recently submitted my applications to two nursing schools...and I am a bit disappointed in myself. To begin I must say that at one point I was a 4.0 student who aside from being a full-timer at college I was working part-time as an emergency medical technician. I thought I had so much control over my Life at that point and I decided to transfer to a more difficult college. Whether I wanted to challenge myself or try to make amends with an ex who left me heartbroken, until this day I believe the worst decision of my Life. Well, I had no other choice but to dorm and becoming nostalgic from home left me with no other option but to stop dorming. I became a commuter who currently lives an hour from the school I transferred to. Must I say that when I first transferred to this institute...I went from having a 4.0 to a 3.7. The second semester I registered into math and science courses and my gpa dropped significantly to something like a 2.4. ... At that point I knew medical school was out the window so I decided to look into nursing school...and after attempting to raise my gpa to at least a 3.0 by getting Bs in courses such as a&p 1 and 2, infant and child development, sociology..etc. I decided to take chemistry a semester before I graduate... and here I sit...typing this as anxious and perhaps stressed out I feel, after seeing ym grade for chemistry in which I have earned a D. ....Not only have I cried for hours but I feel completely hopeless because I believe that no matter how hard I have been trying I still feel inept. No matter how badly I wish to becoming a pediatric nurse...I sill feel hopeless knowing that I would have to retake this course to prove to the schools I have applied to that I deserve a seat in their institute...not only do i have to take it all over but I have other courses that just add to the workload.. As you can tell I feel somewhat like a loser. I don't know what to do anymore...and a little advice can only help. thanks

@klone, Hey, thanks so much! I met today with the Director of Admissions for the program I'm interested and she basically told me the same thing you just did. However, because I'm also taking the financial expenses into consideration I'm thinking about becoming an RN and shoot for a Master's in Nursing. Really excited!! Now it's just a matter of studying for the entrance exam( HESI for one school and TEAS for the other)

Hey, I heard that the McGraw Hills 5 teas practice test is a good one! I need to get a hold of it!

If you want to do it then DO IT:yes:! To think that only females are good nurses is bizarre.

Hello there!:) My name is Ana and I am currently a Junior at Rutgers University w/ a major in Public Health. Though I'm almost done with college I am currently working on my pre-requisites for nursing. My main goal is to become a nurse(BSN/RN still debating) and hopefully find a job at a hospital where I can expand my social network and affiliate myself with other nurses and doctors who would like to promote Public Health awareness in South America. My main issue right now is that though I have an idea how to begin this nursing pathway, I am quite scared of making a decision that I might regret(let's face it-money & time is at stake). Tomorrow, if God permits, I have an appointment with the head nurse of a hospital in Edison, NJ. My main goal is to basically have a better insight of nursing. But I'm honestly confused because I would love to work in a Pediatric Unit but with all of the threads I've read regarding an RN/BSN degree I don't know right now, with my GPA and my experiences(EMS 5+ years, American Red Cross Volunteer....) if it is worth becoming at least an RN with today's economy. So to sum it all up...LOL!.... Rutgers student-Publich Health major Debating RN or BSN' Goal: First off finish Public Health. Become a Nurse. Work in Hospital(Pediatric Unit highly preferred). Promote Public Health awareness in South America. Is this too much? Is this doable. ...any thoughts....honest comments ONLY. Thanks :)