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Texas A&M does not have a prenursing major, so choose one that interests you and allows you to be successful while in school.  \nEarning your BSN-There are three ways to earn a BSN.  \n1. Traditional BSN: This program is for traditional degree-seeking undergraduate students who want to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This normally takes 2 years. You can do this either by:  \n• Option \\#1-Completing only the A&M core and pre-nursing prerequisite courses and then transferring into a nursing program to receive your BSN degree.  \n• Option \\#2- Completing your A&M undergraduate degree and then entering a nursing program to receive your BSN degree. With this option, you will have 2 degrees, the one from A&M and your BSN.  \n2. Accelerated BSN: This is a fast-track program for students who already have a bachelor’s degree, but who are not already RNs. These programs typically take 12-16 months to complete.  \n3. RN-BSN: This program is for current RNs with an associate’s degree (ADN) who wish to obtain a bachelor’s degree.  \nApplying to nursing school -While each school has their own specific way for students to apply to their program, these are common to most of them.  \n● Completion of prerequisites before first day of classes  \n● Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA, 3.0-3.5+ to be competitive  \n● Minimum 3.0 math/science GPA, 3.5+ to be competitive  \n● HESI test score, 75 in each section, 90+ cumulative to be competitive  \n● TEAS test score, 65 minimum, 80+ to be competitive  \n● Apply through NursingCAS (most programs)  \n● Apply Texas (if you are applying for a Second-Degree program)  \nHESI vs TEAS-These are formal standardized nursing entrance exams. Some programs require the HESI, while others require the TEAS. Both tests include the following subjects: anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry, English grammar, reading comprehension, and mathematics. Institutions may limit how many times you can reattempt to take these exams per application period, so check with the programs you are interested in for more details. Programs will specify which of these subtests are required, so check with them before testing.  \nBoth the HESI and TEAS exams are offered online.  \nHESI through ProctorU  \nTEAS through Blinn College  \nNursingCAS - This centralized application service allows applicants to apply to multiple nursing programs through submitting one application. They will also have up-to-date admission requirements and deadlines for each school in their service. Click here to find out if your school participates in NursingCAS. NursingCAS also has a landing page which is a great way to search for what programs are open during the applicant's desired application cycle. Click here to access the NursingCAS landing page.  \nPlease note: All prerequisites and information are subject to change at any time without notice. It is the responsibility of the applicant to remain up to date on all requirements by checking the program websites and attending information sessions.  \nNursing Prerequisite Courses for TAMU CON- By the application deadline, applicants must have completed a minimum of 40 prerequisite course credit hours of the 59 hours required. Of those 40, 12 credit hours must be from the following nursing science courses: Lifespan Psychology (3), General Psychology (3), Statistics (3), Chemistry (4), Anatomy and Physiology I and II (8), and Microbiology (4) . TAMU CON will take the highest math grade (college algebra or higher) Some nursing schools, you need to complete ALL your prerequisites prior to applying, for example UT Health Houston. Click here for a detailed Texas A&M College of Nursing Prerequisite List  \nCommon Nursing Prerequisites- Please note: All prerequisites and information are subject to change at any time without notice. It is your responsi","cbCaivkhzSDSupxp","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaivkhzSDSupxp","pdf",231318,"English","# Registered Nursing\n## Choosing a Major and Earning a BSN\n## Applying to Nursing School\n## HESI vs TEAS Entrance Exams\n## Nursing Prerequisite Courses for TAMU CON\n## Common Nursing Prerequisites\n## Texas Nursing Programs","[{\"question\":\"What are the common ways to earn a BSN?\",\"answer\":\"Students can earn a BSN through Traditional BSN, Accelerated BSN, or RN-BSN. Traditional typically takes about 2 years, Accelerated usually takes 12–16 months, and RN-BSN is for current RNs with an associate’s degree (ADN).\"},{\"question\":\"What GPA and entrance exam scores are mentioned for competitiveness?\",\"answer\":\"The guide states a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA and recommends 3.0–3.5+ for competitiveness. 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