Psychology BA thinking of going back for BSN

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Hi all,

I just found this place - wow!! I found it while trying to gather more info on whether the plan I've been toying around with is a good one:

I got my BA in psych last May and know now that this isn't the field for me. Nursing seems like my match for a number of reasons, so I'm considering applying to nursing programs in the fall.

Given the fact I have none of the pre-reqs for the programs designed for people who are transitioning over from unrelated fields, would it be wisest to apply to undergrad programs? Both paths would take me about the same time, but I'm wondering if the undergrad programs might let me get out of some of the general writing & foreign language classes, etc. I'm specifically looking at NYU and BC.

I'd love to read any advice you all can offer me. I feel a bit blinded by all the possibilities nursing has to offer - in a good way! Thanks :)

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Well, I was in the same boat as you in 2009! Although, I had all the prereqs and decided to go with an accelerated BSN program. It was the best choice I've made! I absolutely love it and will graduate in February. The most important thing to think about is getting into a good program that has a really good NCLEX pass rate and graduates that easily find jobs. Some programs have a wait list, so watch for that. Other than that, you sound like you'll be fine once you have some time to sort through the info and meet with admissions counselors.

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I also have a BA in Criminology and then went to Nursing School. For myself I did not what to have a huge financial burden, so I did an associates program, total cost was less than $10,000. My school has an NCLEX pass rate above state and national averages. At the end of the day I will be getting paid the same as any other nurse. Nurses are needed where I live and there is some competition, but I feel confident I will be fine getting a job. I graduate in May :)

Nursing school is the hardest thing I have ever done, way more difficult than my BA. Best of luck to you:)

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