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So you’re excited to embark on a nursing career path, but now you might be asking yourself: What type of nurse should I be?

The competition for nursing schools is tough, but there are ways to increase your chances and make yourself stand out amongst the other applications. Here are 3 ways to set yourself apart and set yourself up for success.

1. Volunteer!

Not all programs require volunteer work, however admission counselors will commonly recommend this to applicants.

There are a number of ways to fund nursing school. You can take out federal and private loans and may qualify for grants and scholarships.

Scholarships

Scholarships are grants and do not have to be repaid. Some nursing programs award scholarships to students who meet certain (high) academic criteria. You can research to find the best scholarships to meet your needs with this tool to quickly identify options.

Grants

1. Graduate High School or Earn a GED

This is mandatory, no matter what kind school you are planning on applying to.

Nursing schools may have a minimum grade point average (GPA) requirement, which can vary between programs. Most CNA programs don’t have minimum GPA requirements. However, you can expect them from LPN and RN programs.

2. Meet the prerequisites

For Most Nursing Schools: