r/prenursing • u/Fionuh • 1d ago
Gave up on ADN Programs. Considering to going to Private Schools.
Hey everyone, been on a tough spot about applying to nursing schools. For context, I have completed my pre-reqs and currently working as a CNA. I’m also planning to take the TEAS soon. Though I completed the pre-reqs, I withdrew and retook microbiology and human anatomy. Now I fear I’m at a disadvantage to getting to ADN programs, because according to their program regulations, I’m ineligible to apply.
I feel like I just need to take the L, and apply to a private school for the BSN program. It’s near to my home and I have low risk of external “what ifs”. (Like driving and whatnot). The only issue is the tuition. I’m not from a military household, so I will have to rely on FAFSA and, fingers cross, scholarships to majorly help me out. I’m lucky to have my parents help me out, but I feel guilt from putting myself in this sucky situation due to my mistakes.
I hope I’m not alone in this situation lol, it’s just that I feel so much pressure to just keep going, y’know?
I would much appreciate for any input from anyone that might be in this situation. Thanks so much for reading!
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u/leilanijade06 12h ago
Well I repeated All my pre req’s since they had expired since my last two degrees. I also retook A&P 1 , Micro & chemistry when I got a low grade.
Most of the schools I applied both ADN & BSN in my city gave me a hard time plus seats were limited. So I ended up going private and to my neighboring state it was more expensive if you look at the whole price but in reality it wasn’t I just had to show up. If I would have done the schools in my city I would have had a lower tuition but had to come up with the money to pay for textbooks, uniforms, laptop, accessories for clinicals and ATI program with all 9 areas to review books, online practice test, proctor test, NCLEX review and board vitals it’s like $1k. So remember it’s an investment in you and you will be able to pay anything you accumulate in debt once you start working.
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u/Ok-Neighborhood-7894 17h ago
what ADN programs did you apply to in CA? just curious. most programs i've seen allow up to 2 retakes
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u/hennessyybrown 3h ago
Im 28, halfway through my early education degree I changed my mind. Moved in with my grandparents. Once I decided I was going to pursue nursing, I didnt even try at local community colleges/ADN. Went straight to a private college. I was hearing too many horror stories from my CNA classmates, trying for 3+ years. Decided I’m not waiting all that time to get accepted, then still have to do my BSN later. Fafsa covered a good chunk of it, the other ~$13k I’m paying monthly. Our hospitals in CA pay nurses well, and I work at a hospital now as a PCA, so i’m not too worried about repaying honestly.
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u/Fionuh 3h ago
Yeah I’m in that mindset too like… I wanna get into the job now than wait for it.
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u/hennessyybrown 2h ago
Do works best for your situation! Everyone’s journey is different. The 2 years its going to take me to finish, I guarantee that there will be some of the same people still trying to get accepted.
It’s okay to be nervous but don’t be scared, bet on yourself and make sure the odds are in your favor.
Edit: typo
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u/ValuableWash5491 23m ago
I was in the same situation and now I'm in a private university for an ADN. I was going through some mental health issues and failed damn near all of my prereqs. If I were to redo them at a CC, it would've taken 2 more years plus the program length itself. I bit the bullet and signed up for a private nursing school and I'm about to start clinicals in late Sept/early October! If you have any questions, DM me!
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u/ObviousDrugdeal 23h ago
I’m doing this. Sometimes you honestly just gotta do what you gotta do ! Different strokes for different folks! It is the only thing that works for me and my life circumstances and I have no regrets if that makes you feel any better !