Should I wait to transfer or become non degree seeking student

[AlexaJas]

I am college Sophomore. I had to sit out this semester because of a financial aid mishap. Because of the mishap, I can not request my transcript. My GPA is not anyway. In order to get my transcript I have to pay the balance off, I cant afford to right now. I wanted to transfer anyway. I was thinking about enrolling at VCU as a non-degree seeking student to take the pre-requisite courses for their Nursing program. I would then apply to their program, among others. I really strongly feel that this is a great decision and I could possibly start over on my journey to becoming a pediatric nurse. I can not seem to find anyone who has done something similar. I would really appreciate feedback and advice!

Thanks so much! :)

[NurseGirl525, ASN, RN]

I don't understand how you don't have the money to pay off the first school but are not worrying about how you will pay the second. That makes no sense. You need to pay the other school back because when you eventually apply to nursing school they will want every single transcript. They will deny you if you don't have them and you will be at the same place you are right except you have wasted money on classes that you need to get into a program. Just repay it and transfer.