Will taking Spanish help me get accepted?

%63theend · May 21, 2009

I should add I would do ANYTHING that would boost my chances of getting in. My school is notoriously selective. Thanks!

js408 · May 25, 2009

Probably not

Does anyone know if taking a foreign language will help with acceptance into nursing school? Someone once told me there is preference for people who speak Spanish. I do have a couple of years of french but I haven't taken any Spanish. I apply after this semester but there is a 1 yr wait at my school so I don't have my interview until next March. I was thinking of taking up some Spanish classes while I finish my last couple of pre-reqs. WDYT??

caliotter3 · May 25, 2009

No, unless of course, foreign language requirement is listed as a prerequisite to the program. Have never heard of this.

PBPointer · May 25, 2009

At my school it is not required for the ASN program, but you must have 2 semesters of a foreign language for the BSN program. Good luck

%63theend · May 25, 2009

Thanks :)

Nurseless in Seattle · May 26, 2009

To get into my school is very, very clear. They use a point system. They give points for you general GPA, science GPA, TEAS, residency, experience, and being bilingual. They don't really give points if you just took a foreign language class although if you take that Spanish class, it's always not a waste to learn something new.

missybear88 · May 26, 2009

It depends. Way down the road I will be taking 2 quarters of Spanish because foreign language is a prerequisite for my BSN. For ASN, I don't think so. But, it certainly wouldn't hurt.

Kyla.ann · May 26, 2009

It all depends on your program. I know with mine, it wouldn't help, but with others, it might be a requirement.

If you have the time, I would do it. Even if it doesn't help you get accepted into the program, it might help you later down the road when you are looking for a job. :) Being Bilingual is sometimes a plus for employers.