bsn or asn?

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Hey guys!

Is two years of a bsn program more rigorous than two years of an asn program?

I will graduate from college this year, and want to go back for nursing. I don't know if I should go the bsn route or asn route.

I will already have the first two years done for the bachelor's degree... so what do you think? It is very frustrating trying to decide what is best for me!

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Yes Grn, I was referring to you. :) Glad you made it over here!

Slower is easier for a lot of people. Those one-year programs can have you needing someone else to do your grocery shopping, laundry, and wash your hair because you will have no time to do them yourself. :)

If you are not worried about funding your BSN, go that route as it will take less time. However, if ASN's are being hired in your area (they are in mine) and you are paying for your classes then go that route. I am going the ASN route because its more convenient for me and actually the ASN program has a better reputation than the state university that offers the BSN in my area. I have a couple of friends who graduated with their ASN and are now completing their BSN with no problem. Its really up to you and what works for you.

It would obviously save more time going the BSN route and would probably make you more marketable.

I think it depends on the school in the area that you live. I went for my associates first due to finances, but found out that my school is one of the best in the area and the major hospitals hire new grads from my school because we are more prepared than the local 4 year college students. But don't get me wrong, I plan on getting my BSN through a 1 year bridge program, but now my employer will pay for it :) I would still recommend getting your BSN if you can manage financially, but make sure you pick a school with a good reputation. :)

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