For students already stretching their finances to pursue a nursing degree, finding a laptop can be a serious obstacle. Fortunately, some schools have taken steps to close that gap. Whether by outright gifting devices to new students, folding technology costs into tuition, or offering need-based hardware grants, several programs have made laptop access part of the enrollment experience.

If you’re in high school and are already thinking about a career in nursing, you’re ahead of the curve. Nursing school admissions are competitive, and applicants who arrive with real-world healthcare experience often stand out. But getting a head start on nursing school isn’t just about resume building.

Going to nursing school isn’t cheap. Between tuition, books, fees, and supplies for clinical rotations, you might feel like finances stand between you and your goal of becoming a nurse. If so, you aren’t alone.

Many future CRNAs worry about getting accepted into the right program that will let them take the next step on their nursing path. The good news: some programs take a more holistic approach to admissions, weighing your full profile rather than fixating on a single number. 

Worried your GPA or academic history might stand in the way of becoming a nurse? Whether you’re changing careers, returning to school after time away, or looking for a more accessible entry point, choosing the right nursing program is a critical first step. We highlight nursing programs with higher acceptance rates and more flexible admissions criteria, without sacrificing educational quality.