Which bachelor's degree is best??

[twntrbo15]

hello all,

I already know the route to becoming a CRNA, but was wondering if i could get your help. I am currently awaiting to get into the nursing program here at my school in florida, but was wondering which bachelor's degree is going to prepare me best for the CRNA program in the future. Should i just stick to the BSN route, or would a degree in chemistry or biomedical science(Pre-med) give me a slight advantage as far as understanding the curriculum once im accepted (hopefully) into the CRNA program. What kind of bachelor's degree's did you all recieve and what would you recommend for me. thanks...

[jls189]

I'm pretty sure you have to have a BSN to get in CRNA school, b/c you'll be going on for your MSN.

[jls189]

Sorry, hit submit before I was through. I have a BSN and so does everyone I know who is either applying or already in school.

[sunray12]

I'm pretty sure you have to have a BSN to get in CRNA school, b/c you'll be going on for your MSN.

Well there are also direct entry BA/BS to MSN programs where any non-BSN Bachelor's degree qualifies you for admission. You get your RN at the same time you get your MSN degree. You would graduate as a generalist, then you have the opportunity to specialize after earning the MSN. So that may be the basis for OP's question.

[MB37]

Many schools will CONSIDER your application if you have a non-nursing baccalaureate degree, but all that I've considered prefer or require a BSN. I am aware that now there are a few ADN/RN --> CRNA programs as well. If you have the choice, earn a BSN - then you can apply to any school in the country. Other degrees limit your options, and may hurt your chances of gaining acceptance. A BSN isn't required by every school however, many that accept non-nursing bachelor's degrees offer a MS in anesthesia instead of a MSN. Every school does require applicants to be an RN with at least one year of critical care exp., however.