4 answers
2
Questions
Asked
2100 views
Which university is suitable for studying nursing?
My biology grade at school is 98.5%. I am not good at biology, but I am kind of good at doing labs.
Login to comment
4 answers
Updated
Doc’s Answer
Thy another option is to explore different careers within the healthcare industry, such as certified nursing assistant or certified medical assistant. While you would still be working with patients, the education, certification, and responsibilities for each are far different than nursing school. If you’re considering alternative healthcare careers, it’s crucial that you examine each of these options in light of your personal strengths, interests, and career goals.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)
• EVERGREEN VALLEY COLLEGE in San Jose, California, offers a certified nurse assistant (CNA) program. As part of the requirement, applicants must provide proof of high school graduation or a GED certification. Certified nursing assistants complete a shorter training period, usually about 4-12 weeks. This role requires passing a competency exam to achieve certification. As a CNA, you mainly offer assistance with daily living activities for patients under the supervision of A registered nurse. This can include bathing, grooming, transferring patients between beds and wheelchairs, or helping patients eat. CNAs commonly find employment in nursing homes, hospitals, and home healthcare settings, where they play a crucial role in maintaining patient comfort and quality of life.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA)
Certified medical assistants typically go through a one to two-year training program, which culminates with the certified medical assistant (CMA) exam. The responsibilities of a CMA depend heavily on the setting where they work. They often perform both administrative and clinical tasks, including scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, measuring vital signs, assisting with examinations, drawing blood, and administering medications. They often work in doctors’ offices, medical clinics, or outpatient care centers.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
• UNITEK COLLEGE offers an LVN program on its San Jose campus, providing incoming vocational nursing students with the hands-on training, practical experience, and industry support they need to pursue a career as a licensed vocational nurse (LVN). Those who would prefer to begin practicing in the field as quickly as possible may be interested in a licensed practical nurse certificate or diploma, which can be completed within one to two years. In addition to completing coursework that is relevant to the nursing field, you also will be able to earn hands-on training by logging clinical hours.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING (ADN)
• DE ANZA’S NURSING COLLEGE includes an Associate Degree in Nursing that focuses on the foundational skills and knowledge needed to become an entry-level nurse. An Associate Degree in Nursing, or ADN, is an undergraduate degree program that provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills required to begin a career in nursing. An ADN is typically a two-year degree program that includes coursework as well as clinical training. It is an ideal option for students looking to begin their career as quickly as possible, and it is an excellent foundation for those who may want to pursue an advanced degree program in the future.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (BSN)
• SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY (SJSU) offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) pre-licensure program. It is a full-time in person program for individuals new to nursing. SJSU has a 67% nursing acceptance rate and requires a minimum GPA of 2.5 in the last 60 units for prior baccalaureate students and the completion of nursing prerequisite courses. This San Jose State nursing program prepares aspirants for professional nursing practice in various institutional and community settings. It also prepares students for graduate study and roles as nurse leaders.
Thy as these healthcare careers demonstrate, you can train for a variety of healthcare jobs within one to two years, depending on your pace as a learner. In some cases, you can even complete classroom instruction and a clinical externship in just two or three months.
Hope this is helpful in making your decision Thy
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)
• EVERGREEN VALLEY COLLEGE in San Jose, California, offers a certified nurse assistant (CNA) program. As part of the requirement, applicants must provide proof of high school graduation or a GED certification. Certified nursing assistants complete a shorter training period, usually about 4-12 weeks. This role requires passing a competency exam to achieve certification. As a CNA, you mainly offer assistance with daily living activities for patients under the supervision of A registered nurse. This can include bathing, grooming, transferring patients between beds and wheelchairs, or helping patients eat. CNAs commonly find employment in nursing homes, hospitals, and home healthcare settings, where they play a crucial role in maintaining patient comfort and quality of life.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA)
Certified medical assistants typically go through a one to two-year training program, which culminates with the certified medical assistant (CMA) exam. The responsibilities of a CMA depend heavily on the setting where they work. They often perform both administrative and clinical tasks, including scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, measuring vital signs, assisting with examinations, drawing blood, and administering medications. They often work in doctors’ offices, medical clinics, or outpatient care centers.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
• UNITEK COLLEGE offers an LVN program on its San Jose campus, providing incoming vocational nursing students with the hands-on training, practical experience, and industry support they need to pursue a career as a licensed vocational nurse (LVN). Those who would prefer to begin practicing in the field as quickly as possible may be interested in a licensed practical nurse certificate or diploma, which can be completed within one to two years. In addition to completing coursework that is relevant to the nursing field, you also will be able to earn hands-on training by logging clinical hours.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING (ADN)
• DE ANZA’S NURSING COLLEGE includes an Associate Degree in Nursing that focuses on the foundational skills and knowledge needed to become an entry-level nurse. An Associate Degree in Nursing, or ADN, is an undergraduate degree program that provides students with the foundational knowledge and skills required to begin a career in nursing. An ADN is typically a two-year degree program that includes coursework as well as clinical training. It is an ideal option for students looking to begin their career as quickly as possible, and it is an excellent foundation for those who may want to pursue an advanced degree program in the future.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (BSN)
• SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY (SJSU) offers the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) pre-licensure program. It is a full-time in person program for individuals new to nursing. SJSU has a 67% nursing acceptance rate and requires a minimum GPA of 2.5 in the last 60 units for prior baccalaureate students and the completion of nursing prerequisite courses. This San Jose State nursing program prepares aspirants for professional nursing practice in various institutional and community settings. It also prepares students for graduate study and roles as nurse leaders.
Thy as these healthcare careers demonstrate, you can train for a variety of healthcare jobs within one to two years, depending on your pace as a learner. In some cases, you can even complete classroom instruction and a clinical externship in just two or three months.
Hope this is helpful in making your decision Thy
Updated
Christine’s Answer
Hi Thy, I would think about what it is you want from a college/university as a whole? Do you think you'd like a larger school, medium sized, or smaller campus environment. I would also take a look at the schools you are interested in and see what the coursework that you have to take if you were admitted as a student. Also keep in mind going out of state could be more expensive as well as private colleges and universities. Also are you considering going back to school for a graduate degree.
There are plenty of factors to take into consideration so I would try and figure out answers to those questions for yourself so in that way you can narrow your focus. While I might not have gone to a "super prestigious" university the school I did my undergraduate nursing program, provided me with some great opportunities as their program was a bit unique compared to other nursing schools in the area. I received my associates degree and then took my NCLEX, being an RN was a requirement to continue in the program, so it allowed more flexibility as I did my clinical rotations when completing my bachelors program. Also proximity to other things allowed for some other unique experiences that I might not have had the opportunity to experience had I gone to school elsewhere in the state.
Best of luck as you weigh your options. Also if it makes you feel better, I struggled with anatomy and physiology in my undergrad. Course work where I have to memorize things I learned is not my strong suit.
There are plenty of factors to take into consideration so I would try and figure out answers to those questions for yourself so in that way you can narrow your focus. While I might not have gone to a "super prestigious" university the school I did my undergraduate nursing program, provided me with some great opportunities as their program was a bit unique compared to other nursing schools in the area. I received my associates degree and then took my NCLEX, being an RN was a requirement to continue in the program, so it allowed more flexibility as I did my clinical rotations when completing my bachelors program. Also proximity to other things allowed for some other unique experiences that I might not have had the opportunity to experience had I gone to school elsewhere in the state.
Best of luck as you weigh your options. Also if it makes you feel better, I struggled with anatomy and physiology in my undergrad. Course work where I have to memorize things I learned is not my strong suit.
Updated
Daniela’s Answer
Hi Thy!
I'm not sure what your main priorities are, but I know the University of Texas at Tyler has a strong nursing program. If you're thinking about studying outside your state, it could be a good choice. I recently graduated from the University of Texas at Austin, which also has a great nursing program. I only know about Texas universities so my suggestions are limited to that state.
When picking a university, consider what's most important to you. It could be the cost, how far it is from your family, or whether it focuses more on research or teaching. Knowing this will make it easier to decide which schools to apply to and eventually attend.
Feel free to ask if you have more questions. I'm happy to help!
I'm not sure what your main priorities are, but I know the University of Texas at Tyler has a strong nursing program. If you're thinking about studying outside your state, it could be a good choice. I recently graduated from the University of Texas at Austin, which also has a great nursing program. I only know about Texas universities so my suggestions are limited to that state.
When picking a university, consider what's most important to you. It could be the cost, how far it is from your family, or whether it focuses more on research or teaching. Knowing this will make it easier to decide which schools to apply to and eventually attend.
Feel free to ask if you have more questions. I'm happy to help!
Updated
Michael’s Answer
Hi Thy:
While in high school, one will need to focus on science and math classes to prepare for a nursing career. Physics, chemistry and biology will be the core science courses. For math, algebra, geometry and statistics will be needed. Both concentrations will enable you to focus and refine your analytical skills for research; complex problem solving; investigative and innovative critical thinking; attention to detail; etc.
Other skills that will need to be built upon center around team building, team work and communication. In any work culture, collaboration among team members, staff and partner departments occur on a daily basis. As a nurse, communication is essential and critical when dealing with patients, medical personnel and other hospital staff. A college course in public speaking, communications and English will help with one's communication and writing skills. While in high school, the debate team will provide the opportunity to sharpen communication skills which are backed with research and factual data and information.
Here are the Top 10 Best Nursing Schools of 2025 per www.nurse.org:
https://nurse.org/education/top-10-best-nursing-schools/
- Duke University
- Georgetown University
- Johns Hopkins University
- New York University
- University of Pennsylvania
- University of Michigan
- University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA)
- University of Washington
- Emory University
- University of Maryland
U.S. News & World Report has additional college listings for the best schools for a Master Degree in Nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice:
https://www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-nursing-schools
A Bachelor of Science (BSN) in Nursing will concentrate more on math and science courses. This will be earned at a college or university for a duration of four years. Clinical experience is gained while in nursing school at a college or university. Physiology, psychology and anatomy are some additional college courses that are required for one to take to become a Registered Nurse (RN).
When reviewing colleges and universities, it is best to check the following:
- In-State vs Out of State Tuition
- Internships
- Scholarships
- Career Placement upon graduation
- Course work and offered classes
- Post-Graduate Degrees - Master and Doctoral
There are scholarships based on need, academic performance, school activities, sports involvement and community service. So, it will be to your advantage to seek out these types of scholarships. All of the academic staff at your high school that you interact with can write letters of recommendations for you based on what was just stated above. These recommendations can greatly help when filling out college and scholarship applications.
There will be a application fee to pay for when submitting college applications. The amount of application fee will depend on the college that you are applying to. If there are questions about the college application process, please reach out to the college's Registrar Office.
College and scholarship applications can start to be submitted during your Junior year and will continue throughout your Senior year in high school. It is best to ask your Academic Advisor/School Counselor on the timeline process as well. College and scholarship applications will have specific deadlines and requirements to meet in order to be submitted for review and consideration.
You may want to start to compile your resume/portfolio since a majority of college and scholarship applications will require academic grade point average (GPA), academic accomplishments, school activities (clubs, sports, etc.), community involvement (volunteer, church, etc.), academic and personal recommendations, etc. There may be essay requirements on why you are a qualified candidate to receive the scholarship and acceptance to the applied college of choice, what your future goals are academically and professionally and other questions centering around who you are, your beliefs, etc.
Here are a couple of links for College Scholarships:
https://www.mometrix.com/blog/scholarships-for-college/
https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/websites-to-kick-off-your-scholarship-search
Also, it will be best to check with the colleges and universities that you will be applying to. You can check with the School/Department of your desired major, the Campus Career Center and the Register's Office for additional information for college scholarships and grants and specific requirements for qualifications.
There should be no limit on the amount of scholarships that one can apply to. It will take time to fill out the scholarship applications and provide all of the necessary required information. Also, there should no fee and no cost to fill out and submit scholarship applications. If there is a fee or cost that is associated with a scholarship application, then please do not send this particular scholarship application in. It will be a scam and money will be lost.
According to Johnson and Johnson, here is a link for Nursing Specialties:
https://nursing.jnj.com/specialty
Here is a list of some of the High Demand Nurse Specialties:
- Cardiac Care Nurse
- Certified Nurse Midwife
- Emergency Nurse
- Perioperative Nurse
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
- Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D)
- Home Health Nurse
- Hospice Nurse
- Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse
- Nurse Practitioner
- Obstetrics Nurse
- Oncology Nurse
Best wishes for your education and career path in Nursing!
While in high school, one will need to focus on science and math classes to prepare for a nursing career. Physics, chemistry and biology will be the core science courses. For math, algebra, geometry and statistics will be needed. Both concentrations will enable you to focus and refine your analytical skills for research; complex problem solving; investigative and innovative critical thinking; attention to detail; etc.
Other skills that will need to be built upon center around team building, team work and communication. In any work culture, collaboration among team members, staff and partner departments occur on a daily basis. As a nurse, communication is essential and critical when dealing with patients, medical personnel and other hospital staff. A college course in public speaking, communications and English will help with one's communication and writing skills. While in high school, the debate team will provide the opportunity to sharpen communication skills which are backed with research and factual data and information.
Here are the Top 10 Best Nursing Schools of 2025 per www.nurse.org:
https://nurse.org/education/top-10-best-nursing-schools/
- Duke University
- Georgetown University
- Johns Hopkins University
- New York University
- University of Pennsylvania
- University of Michigan
- University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA)
- University of Washington
- Emory University
- University of Maryland
U.S. News & World Report has additional college listings for the best schools for a Master Degree in Nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice:
https://www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-nursing-schools
A Bachelor of Science (BSN) in Nursing will concentrate more on math and science courses. This will be earned at a college or university for a duration of four years. Clinical experience is gained while in nursing school at a college or university. Physiology, psychology and anatomy are some additional college courses that are required for one to take to become a Registered Nurse (RN).
When reviewing colleges and universities, it is best to check the following:
- In-State vs Out of State Tuition
- Internships
- Scholarships
- Career Placement upon graduation
- Course work and offered classes
- Post-Graduate Degrees - Master and Doctoral
There are scholarships based on need, academic performance, school activities, sports involvement and community service. So, it will be to your advantage to seek out these types of scholarships. All of the academic staff at your high school that you interact with can write letters of recommendations for you based on what was just stated above. These recommendations can greatly help when filling out college and scholarship applications.
There will be a application fee to pay for when submitting college applications. The amount of application fee will depend on the college that you are applying to. If there are questions about the college application process, please reach out to the college's Registrar Office.
College and scholarship applications can start to be submitted during your Junior year and will continue throughout your Senior year in high school. It is best to ask your Academic Advisor/School Counselor on the timeline process as well. College and scholarship applications will have specific deadlines and requirements to meet in order to be submitted for review and consideration.
You may want to start to compile your resume/portfolio since a majority of college and scholarship applications will require academic grade point average (GPA), academic accomplishments, school activities (clubs, sports, etc.), community involvement (volunteer, church, etc.), academic and personal recommendations, etc. There may be essay requirements on why you are a qualified candidate to receive the scholarship and acceptance to the applied college of choice, what your future goals are academically and professionally and other questions centering around who you are, your beliefs, etc.
Here are a couple of links for College Scholarships:
https://www.mometrix.com/blog/scholarships-for-college/
https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/websites-to-kick-off-your-scholarship-search
Also, it will be best to check with the colleges and universities that you will be applying to. You can check with the School/Department of your desired major, the Campus Career Center and the Register's Office for additional information for college scholarships and grants and specific requirements for qualifications.
There should be no limit on the amount of scholarships that one can apply to. It will take time to fill out the scholarship applications and provide all of the necessary required information. Also, there should no fee and no cost to fill out and submit scholarship applications. If there is a fee or cost that is associated with a scholarship application, then please do not send this particular scholarship application in. It will be a scam and money will be lost.
According to Johnson and Johnson, here is a link for Nursing Specialties:
https://nursing.jnj.com/specialty
Here is a list of some of the High Demand Nurse Specialties:
- Cardiac Care Nurse
- Certified Nurse Midwife
- Emergency Nurse
- Perioperative Nurse
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
- Labor and Delivery Nurse (L&D)
- Home Health Nurse
- Hospice Nurse
- Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse
- Nurse Practitioner
- Obstetrics Nurse
- Oncology Nurse
Best wishes for your education and career path in Nursing!