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Do I meet all the requirements to apply for an RN program? Pertaining to classes, depends on which RN program. You have to research programs one-by-one and make sure you have all the requirements. Generally you have most of the pre-reqs down, except you might need to take life span development because a lot of school require this. I'm assuming you are going to apply for both community colleges and California State Universities. So, if that's the case you definitely need to take the TEAS test. Which RN schools/programs should I look into? All possibilities. Community colleges, CSU, Private schools, In-state, out-of-state, etc. Following info about all the options: CSU: POINT SYSTEM: Score= PRE-REQ GPA score +TEAS score. Teas and pre req score are typically almost weighted 50/50. The higher the score, the higher the rank. If a program accepts 30 students, you want to make the top 30. In Ca, it is extremely difficult to be accepted. Each school has 300 applicants alone. 3.7 pre req GPAs are needed to be competitive, and an 80% and up for a TEAS. [bSN degree] *** BE AWARE it's different for each CSU. Some CSU's also count the overall GPA in the points system process. CC: all you need is a minimum GPA and a passing TEAS score. Most use a lottery system and pick at random. It doesn't matter how high your gpa is. Everyone has an equal chance of getting in. At a CC it's a 2 year degree, and you get your ADN. After that, students bridge to an 1 year BSN program, then obtain their bsn. **Some also use a point system. Privates: Minimum 3.0 GPA, but look at applicants as a whole. For example, GPA, volunteer experience, personal statement, letter of recs are all taken into account. There's no point system, and the school just looks if you're the right fit”. Typically it's easier to get into, because usually the programs are extremely expensive. (50K a year in Ca) Even if that is the case though, even privates in CA are hard to get into. [bSN] What is the best way to get informed about application processes? - Good nursing counselor - Attend your school's nursing workshops at the career center. Usually there's a nursing advisor that speaks on behalf of the school that they are representing, and they talk about all the requirements. You could also ask questions and talk to the advisor. - Attend all your local colleges' nursing information sessions. Usually info is posted on the website of each college - CSU's only: assist.org — instead of researching each csu one-by-one, you could see all the pre-reqs of each school easily and compare When do I take the teas test?(before or after applications) What is the best way to prepare for it? NOW! Buy the review book (atitesting.com) and study, study, study. If you did well on all your pre-reqs, you will do fine. There's also some practice tests and useful resources they sell on ATI. Really focus on your weaknesses ( For me, I studied math and science more). You only have 2 to 3 chances to get the score you want—which is probably a 90%, so study hard. Is Life Span Development important for applications? Would you recommend that I take it? Yes, since you have to take the Teas test anyway. The TEAS process takes a couple months. Should I volunteer at a hospital now that I'm out school? Yes! When is the fall/spring application deadline for most RN nursing programs in Southern California? Fall: February Spring: August/Sept. CSU: Fall: You have to apply for the school Nov, and apply to the NURSING SCHOOL by Feb. So unless you applied to the CSU's already (deadline passed), you cannot attend the 2017 fall semester. Should I apply for an AA degree now that I've completed all my general education? It doesn't matter, as long as you get all your nursing pre-reqs and general requirements (english, philosophy, etc) down. Follow the CSU GE plan. Example: http://www.ohlone.edu/org/currguides/current/docs/20162017geplanb.pdf Although, some CC's count an AA for extra points, so there is no harm in applying for it. What are my options if I don't get accepted into a program for fall of 2017 Apply for the next cycle. In the mean time, do hospital volunteer work /take other classes to raise your GPA. Get CNA certified and get some work experience! This can only work in your favor. You will get some hospital experience, and it will make going to nursing school less stressful! Another good option: LVN route. Apply to LVN programs and work as an LVN. After some experience, you can apply to an LVN-BSN program. Is it a smart decision to relocate if I have no luck in finding a program that will accept me locally? Yes, usually that is the case. It's extremely difficult here in California. I know a lot of people who have waited YEARS to get into a program here. **As a former Ca transfer student myself, I'm telling you now that you will face rejection, disappointment, and disapproval from others. However, do not let these factors get in the way of your journey. When approaching the application process, you really need to buckle down, research, and have a pragmatic state of mind. Be passionate and work hard, and only then will you be accepted. I wish you the best!

Hello, It looks like you're a hard working and passionate student. I'm from CA also, and let me tell you, it's a really cut-throat environment for nursing hopefuls. Cal state schools use a point system. This includes the following components: 1) Pre-req GPA (usually above 3.5), 2) TEAS test score, and 3) Overall GPA— although a few states do not count this. Extra points are also given to health care professionals, Spanish/Bilingual speakers, bachelor-degree students, and pre-nursing students that already attend the school— which makes it even more difficult for transfer students. The higher the amount of points, the greater the rank. Research cut-off GPAs at every CSU, as well as school stats. Eliminate the schools where you don't make the cut. Not to discourage you, but every Cal state is impacted and only accepts 30-60 students a Semester out of typically 300 applicants. The pre-nursing students here are aware of this, and it is good to have realistic expectations. However, you are passionate, and these points are not the most effective way to truly measure if you are a viable candidate. It's just the way it is because there are so many applicants. ** CSU Chico pre-req gpa allows you to choose 2 science grades ( out of Anatomy, Physio, Chem, Micro), and 2 foundation grades ( out of Speech, english, critical thinking, statistics). And those 4 grades make up your prereq GPA. That's the only CSU that I found that allows a customizable” process, and will be more in your favor. I'm thinking your counselor is suggesting ADN, due to your GPA. Community colleges typically have a lottery system. In this system, all a student needs is the minimum GPA (maybe TEAS, depends). Students are randomly chosen from a pool of applicants. Also, getting an ADN first is great. It's a more cost-effective way to get your degree. Most ADN programs have a bridge to a cal state for a year and obtain their BSN. My advise: Look at every option possible, RESEARCH, apply everywhere. In addition to CCs, apply to universities (state/private) in and out-of-state (if you are willing to spend that much money).AND do not look into For-profit schools, unless that the very very last option. If you are looking into private schools, they have a more holistic approach when choosing candidates. Usually, personal statement, overall GPA, letter of recommendations,health care experience, etc. are all considered when choosing an applicant. So that's another option. I had a pre-req GPA similar to yours, and I was accepted to a BSN program at a private university. I did not get accepted to any Cal state schools. My pre-req GPA did not give me enough points to be a competitive candidate. However, I didn't let that discourage me, and I researched every option possible. You are on the right track, all you need to do is do more research and get accepted! Sorry for the long essay, I didn't have a good counselor, so I wanted to give the best advice possible. Good luck!

I would take philosophy if you are considering transferring to a private university. In CC, I thought I could avoid it, and I chose Spanish 101 instead. When I transferred to a private university, philosophy was one of the core requirements. Now, I have to take it in conjunction with my courses in the BSN program.

Hello, I applied in 2016 and did not get accepted into the program. It is extremely difficult to get into NYU, because they only have a slim number of spots for transfer students. From my experience, they take into account GPA, volunteer/career experience, letters of recommendation, personal statement, and even HS GPA (asked for my HS transcript, even when I was well over 60 credits at a CC). So in addition to your GPA, look into those other factors as well. So due to the competitiveness of the program, I also advise you to look into other programs around the state. Not saying that you shouldn't apply, but have other options. I didn't get accepted to NYU, but I was recently accepted to another private university in NY.Good luck!

Hello, I was recently accepted to a program in NY with a 3.52 cumulative GPA. My science and pre-req GPAs were both about 3.4. I also made mistakes in my first years of college, and I received average grades. The college I was accepted to is called Nazareth College, and it is located in Rochester, NY. It's a private university, so it's expensive. If I had the choice, I would definitely choose a more cost-effective program over a private university. However, due to my personal circumstances, I chose to go to this school. So that being said, different private schools have different standards. Some take into account strictly GPA only, and some look at the "overall student"-- meaning GPA, volunteer work, letter of recs, personal statement, etc. You just have to do a lot of research on each school you are applying to and investigate what they are looking for in a student. Good luck!

Look into other options as mentioned above. I had a friend that was in your situation-- and even the same major. He graduated with that degree, and applied to accelerated BSN programs and he got in. Sorry about your situation. I was also rejected from many schools, and for a long time I felt so discouraged. I had a 3.52 GPA with no volunteer experience-- just your extremely average applicant. I almost threw myself into a for-profit school at one point. However, I did not give up and I kept applying. Fortunately, I was accepted to a BSN program one year later. It's funny because upon acceptance, I emailed admissions to double check if I was actually accepted to the clinical program-- LOL. Keep trying, keep applying, keep researching, get a mentor, etc. Good luck!

Hi, I applied to 6 nursing schools this year (transfer student). I was rejected/waitlisted to 5 nursing schools and was accepted to 1. It's 1, but honestly, that's all I need. I was so discouraged this year, I almost threw myself into a for-profit college for nursing. Fortunately, I was accepted into Nazareth College in Rochester, NY for their BSN program (Spring 2017). It's funny because I sent an email to admissions to double check if I was accepted directly into the clinical portion, and they said yes-- LOL thank god. I'm glad I waited, and I couldn't be happier.

Hello, I would highly recommend visiting the campus. In all honesty, I would steer away from for-profit colleges. I was convinced to try it out, because I got rejected from so many schools, and I was highly discouraged. I almost threw myself into a for-profit school.However, I visited a for-profit school and it gave me an eerie feeling-- as in stunned by the cost, and had to PAY $3000 OUT OF POCKET BY THE 2ND MEETING! I knew it wasn't right for me, and my gut told me not to go. I talked to a nursing professor, and she told me to apply to other universities or community colleges. If you believe a for-profit college is right for you, then do it. I knew some people that went through that process, and they did well. My advise is to really think about it first before you go. Think practically, and do not let time or feelings of discouragement get in the way of your journey. It took me year to finally get accepted into nursing school, and I am more than happy that I waited. Do not give up! And do a lot of research on different programs that would fit for you. -- And do not do the Medical Assistant program, unless that's something you really want to do. If it's specifically for nursing school, CNA or LVN.

Hello guys! I contacted admissions and second round decisions will be notified within a week or so. That being said, the first round decisions have already been made, and the amount of students they admit for the second round is dependent upon the number of first round students that accept admission to USF. So, there is a chance that a small number of applicants will be accepted to the second round. They are highly suggesting to take other options at this point. Just wanted to give an update!