Nursing School Prereqs Explained
Common prereqs, when to take them, retake policies.
Most programs require 7-12 prereqs. Plan strategically.
Common prereqs
Anatomy & Physiology I & II (with lab). Microbiology (with lab). General Chemistry (sometimes Organic). English Composition. Statistics. Psychology. Sociology. Nutrition. Human Growth & Development.
Grades required
Most programs require C or higher. Competitive programs require B+ or A in science prereqs.
Retake policy
Programs vary on whether they accept retakes. Some count both grades; some replace.
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