I am currently working on my prerequisites for a second degree in Nursing and I am in the process of getting all of my information and research in order to begin applying to nursing schools for Summer/Fall 2012. Since I already have my Bachelor's (in a non related field), I was only planning on applying to schools with Accelerated BSN programs as these seem to be the best fit for me and my situation. Now that application time is nearing, I am wondering if I should also be applying to traditional BSN programs or even ADN programs as a transfer student as a back up plan since the accelerated BSN programs seem to be very competitive. I have a 3.4 GPA from my previous Bachelor's degree and have received all A's in my prerequisite classes so far. At the moment, I plan on applying to three accelerated BSN programs in NYC (CUNY Hunter, NYU & SUNY Downstate).
Any advice on this matter would be greatly appreciated.
Specializes in Tele/Interventional/Non-Invasive Cardiology.
Hello Everyone,
I am exactly in the same position! I am deciding whether or not to take ABSN or Traditional BSN programs. I have a Master's and Bachelor's degree GPA of 3.2. Currently my prereqs though are 3.0+ I was wondering what would be the most cost effective and likely option for me?
I'm in the same situation as well. I applied to the College of New Rochelle and Hunter College for their 2nd degree BSN track... I know that it's highly competetive and am trying to plan just in case I'm not accepted. What do you think about getting an LPN or ADN first? Then work/gain experience while going for BSN? Any thoughts are welcome!!!
I am exactly in the same position! I am deciding whether or not to take ABSN or Traditional BSN programs. I have a Master's and Bachelor's degree GPA of 3.2. Currently my prereqs though are 3.0+ I was wondering what would be the most cost effective and likely option for me?
Definitely ABSN. If you can find a program where you can pay in-state tuition, even better. But seriously, go for your BSN. Why add on another 2 years to your education if you don't have to ? Unless you're the sole breadwinner or you have dependents and NEED a job, go for your ABSN and get it over with.
I'm in the same situation as well. I applied to the College of New Rochelle and Hunter College for their 2nd degree BSN track... I know that it's highly competetive and am trying to plan just in case I'm not accepted. What do you think about getting an LPN or ADN first? Then work/gain experience while going for BSN? Any thoughts are welcome!!!
That may be worth considering if you can find an employer who will pay for your BSN.
But otherwise, I suggest you try and get into a program and get your BSN under your belt. A number of employers won't even look at applicants who do not hold at least a BSN. Just something to consider. Good luck in whatever you decide.
Specializes in Tele/Interventional/Non-Invasive Cardiology.
Yeah, I don't know if I can GET into instate programs. I mean they want a 3.7 GPA. I clearly don't have that. Being already 60K in debt to an Undergrad and Master's degree, I don't think I want to add another 40-50K to that. Oh well, at least I took some prereqs and thought about becoming a nurse lol
Yeah, I don't know if I can GET into instate programs. I mean they want a 3.7 GPA. I clearly don't have that. Being already 60K in debt to an Undergrad and Master's degree, I don't think I want to add another 40-50K to that. Oh well, at least I took some prereqs and thought about becoming a nurse lol
It's the only in-state institution that's offering the ASBN? I'm surprised!
Have you considered applying to private as well? Private universities/colleges tend to have more funds to go around and may be able to grant more scholarships and grants outside of federal aid. I say still apply. You never know. :)
Specializes in Tele/Interventional/Non-Invasive Cardiology.
Well I called Binghamton. Don't get me started on Hunter, SUNY Downstate and Stony Brook. They are basically looking for the same. SUNY Buffalo is my last option lol. I am going to contact them now.
Well I called Binghamton. Don't get me started on Hunter, SUNY Downstate and Stony Brook. They are basically looking for the same. SUNY Buffalo is my last option lol. I am going to contact them now.
Thanks EsqtoRN!
I am JUST seeing this, lol.
Buffalo is awesome. A friend of mine did their program there last year and is already working in ICU.
I'm sure you're going to get in somewhere! Good luck!
I also have my Master's degree in a different field and totally understand the money situation. But I look at it as an investment. It's something I really want to do so I know that it will work out somehow
I've looked on other boards on this site and it seems that there are a lot of ADN's with jobs in hospitals. I would prefer a BSN but if it comes down to it, I wouldn't mind doing that first...I just hope I can o straight to BSN!!! Good luck to us all!
Not all ABSN programs are during the day. There are some programs that are evenings and weekends. If you work for an organization that gives tuition reimbursement, you may have won the nursing school jackpot! I volunteer in a hospital and I know one of the staff members is going to an ABSN weekends and is getting some money from his employer.
I was wondering what would be the most cost effective and likely option for me?
CardiacRNLA, BSN
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Hello Everyone,
I am exactly in the same position! I am deciding whether or not to take ABSN or Traditional BSN programs. I have a Master's and Bachelor's degree GPA of 3.2. Currently my prereqs though are 3.0+
I was wondering what would be the most cost effective and likely option for me?