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Wow a reply! thank you so much for the much needed info. So basically I just need to maintain a high GPA in order to be "considered"? That makes me feel a lot better. And I have checked some other nursing schools that I will be also applying to when I apply to BCIT, so I increase my chances by doing that. About the bachelor's degree, that's the thing! I don't have one completed, so I am a little nervous that not having a bachelor's degree in anything will hurt my chances of being accepted into any nursing school. I appreciate the reply! Confidence booster indeed.

Hey there, My name is Miguel (yes, a wannabe male nurse!) and I am currently attending Simon Fraser University (in their Biomedical Physiology program). Ever since high school, I know I've wanted to have a career in the medical field (hence why I am in my program right now) but was always unsure what career path to take. Long story short, I'm about to complete my first semester of my first year in university, and I am transferring to BCIT to finish the 3 required courses so that I could apply for their nursing program. I was just wondering HOW competitive and selective are the admissions committee at BCIT? I've read that there are many applicants with more credentials than what I have, such as a bachelor's degree, work experience, etc... Would I even have a shot of getting a spot? As far as grades go, Ill most likely end up with a 3.5+ GPA for my current courses at SFU, and my high school grades were not spectacular, but not terrible at all (88%+). I'll have 14 credits after this semester at SFU and then plus 12 credits at BCIT (once I've completed it)... so a total of 26 post-secondary credits, 8 more than the requirement at BCIT. As for related experience, I do not have any experience working in a clinical environment/hospital setting, but I do plan to volunteer/shadow at Children's hospital regularly since my mom would be able to hook me up with a position there (she works there). I've had 3+ years working as a kickboxing instructor (w/children and adults) and I've served at a local homeless shelter for almost 2+ years now, so I enjoy being around people, no matter how old they are and what their background is. So my questions are: After I've completed the 3 courses at BCIT (of course I will be aiming to achieve a high GPA in those courses), and have volunteered my ass off in hospitals, DO I HAVE A CHANCE? IF no, what would be the best plan (less time and money consuming)? Those 3 courses at BCIT will count towards my SFU degree, so if I don't get accepted into the BCIT nursing program, should I just take more classes that also count for my degree in SFU, and try to apply again after accumulating more post secondary credits and hours of volunteering? I've already said to myself that I don't want to strive to become a doctor anymore, and that nursing is the career goal now. period. I don't want to be switching career paths and wasting my time and money. I'd love it if someone could just tell me to be hopeful and to encourage me to keep going! Hopefully, someone can help me out with my problem! Thank you all so much for your time! -future male nurse (well, hopefully)