What are my chances of getting back to a nursing program?

Hi,

About 7 years ago I was in the first semester of the BSN program but unfortunately things did not work out for me. I was 19 years old at the time and I was irresponsible and I didn't have the type of commitment required to be a good nurse. The sad part is that I passed the exams but it was a late paper, that my teacher refused to grade, that was ultimately my undoing. Regardless, I don't make excuses for what happened because that paper was my responsibility and I certainly understand why my teacher didn't wanna grade it. She was just trying to teach me what it was like in the real word.

After I failed, I went through an appeals process but unfortunately they decided not to let me back in. It was a tough year to say the least, but I realized that I had to get back up and learn from my mistakes. I've since graduated with another Bachelors of Science degree and I've made in the dean's list ever since I was removed from the nursing program.

Nursing has always been a passion of mine, which is why I've applied to another school and I'm starting again this fall. However, it would be great if I could finish my nursing degree at my old school because it's really been like a second home to me since I've been here for so long.

I'm planning to talk to the Dean of Nursing after the holidays. Do you think I have a chance of getting back in the nursing program at my old school? If not, can you please give me advice on what to say or do.

Thanks!
It's not like you were academically dishonest (cheating or plagiarism), I do hope you can get back in!Sent from my iPad using allnurses.com

I would think your odds are pretty good, if not in that institution then in a bridge program elsewhere.

We all --well, most of us, anyway-- grow up. I had a pretty low average average in college, and when I wanted to go to grad school 7 years later I got some pushback from admissions about my grades, although my SATs and GREs were all 99th %ile. I said, "You can't tell me I can never go to graduate school because I screwed around when I was 19 and 20." They accepted that argument with the caveat that I should take two graduate level courses as a nonmatriculated student to demonstrate my level of competence and commitment. You might make a similar offer; it worked out for me. Good luck to you!'

I think you have a good chance. You have since then achieved another bachelor of science degree and will be returning as a mature student.