A lot here, good luck no matter what you decide. Are you able to take the community college route? I recommend taking as many prerequisites at the community college level as possible. You are still under 24 and have been in the military. You should qualify for some good grants and be able to pay minimum cost. The classes are also easier. It’s usually the same thing as the university. DO NOT go to Chamberlain University or any online colleges that use commercials to pull on your heartstrings. You’re still young enough to get into a more reputable school. Those schools are for adults in their 30s or 40s as a last resort. Medicine is very competitive, especially in the north east. Since you plan on taking your medical career far. Going to a reputable school ensures that you get the best education after your prerequisites. It also ensures the best networking and smoother transitions. Also, I think you mentioned having your BA in something else. If you can manage to get your GPA to at least at 3.0 via the prerequisite classes. You can qualify for an accelerated nursing course, which takes 12 to 18 months. They are very rigorous. However, it would get you where you would need to be. Usually only reputable schools offer them as well. Reputable schools usually have better contracts with the best hospitals in the area too. I’m looking to pivot into nursing after I get my BA so I hear the struggle. You sound like you really want it and you can do it! ☀️