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People decide to attend nursing school at any age for a multitude of reasons. It can start with a desire to help others, an interest in the healthcare field, or the need for a career change.  

Regardless of why you’re considering applying, it’s only natural to have questions if you are a first-time student. There is a lot to learn about nursing school, so think of this as your guide to understanding undergraduate nursing.  

In honor of National Nurses Month, we’re featuring some of AACN’s own staff nurses in this month’s blog. These esteemed nurses have years of experience in the field and valuable wisdom to pass on to the next generation of nurses. We asked each of them one question about their nursing journey.  

Dr. Brigit Carter – Chief Access and Engagement Officer

What led you to your decision to become a nurse?

If you’ve decided to apply for nursing school, congratulations! Applying to nursing school is a big deal. This is an exciting step, but there is a lot to do in preparing your application, and the process may seem intimidating. The important thing right now is to pace yourself and to take on each part of the application one at a time. 

Now that you’ve committed to applying to nursing school, follow these steps to stay on track and submit a successful application.

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