This sucks...please help!

I'm also starting from scratch!! I start my pre-reqs this Aug, and I'll have about a year to get everything done.

Originally I wanted to get it done as quickly as possible, but now I think I'll focus on good grades versus getting it done quick.

A lot of schools have waiting lists...so if you get accepted, you might be put on that. Some school don't. My CC doesn't have a waiting list, you're either in or not, and if you're not, you can apply for the following semester. So that's why I'm planning on studying A LOT to get the best possible grades I can, so they won't reject me.

Please don't be discouraged! It took me over 6 yrs to finally relize what I wanted to do with my life...and here I am! I NEVER in a million years, thought I would EVER go to college....EVER! And here I am starting! I'm SOOO excited!

I think a quick look at the pre-nursing boards will give you some idea on the difficulty involved in the "getting in" process. It is hard, it is frustrating, but it is completely doable! I spent 2 years getting into a BSN program, still have 3 years to go. If I knew then what I know now, not sure if I would have had the courage to weather through such a long period of time (My original intent was to get my ADN). However, this is something that I truly WANT, and after spending so many many years in retail on my head, I realized that this was temporary, and that I was at least moving forward, TOWARD a great career with incredible flexibility and stability. The idea of never having to worry again about my families financial stability is an incredible motivator.

Just get started --take your classes and you will find that the rest will fall into place. Don't forget to look into different schools as well. I know where I live it is EASIER to get into the BSN programs than it is the ADN. BSN-160 applicants for 40 spots, ADN program 400 for 40 spots. After it is all said and done, my CC peers that went in the ADN route will have spent at least 4 years in school, and my BSN will take me 5.

There are many routes to an RN, so PLEASE do not get discouraged now especially if this is something that is your passion.

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It is a long process!!! I didn't know it would take this long when I started 4 years ago.

I went to the CC, and took an entrance test. I found out that I needed to take remedial Algebra to get to college Algebra so that was three classes of Algebra right there in order to just get the needed College Algebra I needed in order to apply to the nursing program.

In addition in order to apply I needed A & P 1, but before I could take that I had to take General Biology. I also needed intro to psych, English 1, and chemistry in order to apply.

During this I found out that you can apply by just having these things, but there are many people apply that only those who have all of their support classes actually done will get chosen. This meant taking A&P 2, microbiology, speech, microcomputer applications, Developmental psych, humanitites, Spanish, pharmocology, patho, dosage calc, and end of life issues.

Then I found out that because I am in a big city it is like what you are describing, and only those with a 4.0 are chosen. This meant that if you don't make an A that its the same as not having taken it at all. This meant that I had to retake a couple of courses that I just made a B in so I would have that A, and be competative.

I am finally at the place where I can apply in the fall to two different schools, and I think I might have a chance. While I am waiting I will be taking Patho, end of life issues, and retaking chemistry for an A (to replace a B). If I don't make the cut when I reapply I will have every support course except dosage calc, a 4.0 GPA, and 3 extra points because it will be the second app I put in so I feel confident I will have a really good chance of getting in that time. If I have to apply a third time I will have everything possible done, a 4.0, and six extra review points, and if I dont get in that time then I am an idiot so I will just quit lol.

Thats my story, and I cannot wait to finish. I have met many women over the course of the 4 years, and everyones story seems about the same. I do not have to work so I am actually moving a bit quicker than some of the women who have to maintain full time jobs.

Thank you all for the support. I guess I was just shocked about how hard it was to even get in. Hopefully I will be able to get the best grades possible. Everyone's comments really helped and I appreciate it. Thanks again!