Pre-Nursing Handbook

Table of Contents

• Why is it called a "pre-nursing" major at the University of Georgia?
• What colleges and universities in Georgia offer degrees in nursing? 
• Baccalaureate/Bachelor's Degree Nursing Programs in Georgia
• R.N. to B.S.N. Degree Completion Programs in Georgia
• Associate Degree Nursing Programs in Georgia
• Advanced Degree Nursing Programs in Georgia
• What is the difference between an R.N. license, an associate degree in nursing (A.D. or A.S.), and a bachelor's or baccalaureate degree in nursing (B.S.N.)? 
• What core courses should I take? 
• When and how should I apply to nursing schools? 
• What should I do if I'm not accepted to nursing school? 
• Should I repeat courses to try to improve my grade point average? 
• How can I find out where there are nursing schools outside of Georgia? 
• Where can I get financial aid information for nursing school? 
• What if I want to specialize in nursing? 
• What are the current job and salary prospects for nurses? 

• Core Requirements for Admission to Baccalaureate Nursing Programs in Georgia (Under revision)