Should I try one more time to apply to RN schools? Or take LVN route?? HELP!

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I didn't get into 3 of the 4 Cal State RN programs I've applied to for Fall 08 and I'm still waiting to hear from the last one. I'm really scared that I won't get accepted :( In the meantime, a private vocational LVN program nearby will start a 12 month prog. in June (next month). That means the application for that is due THIS FRIDAY, and I would have to take their entrance exam on tuesday. I just found out about this program last week and I feel like it's all so soon and that I haven't had time to really think if it's the right choice.. So, I don't know if I should jump on that opportunity and take an LVN-RN bridge program afterwards, OR try one more round of applying to RN-prog's that start Spring 09?? (these are schools without waitlists, cuz that's the last thing I want!)

Anyway, I really need some encouraging advice.. What would YOU do? I need as many points of view as I can get because the LVN prog's deadline is this friday..

thanks in advance!

Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

Moved to the LPN Student forum for further feedback.

thanks for all the helpful responses! it looks like i've had another opportunity pop up as I found out about a private school for an accelerated Associate Degree RN program that will cost me much less than the LVN + LVN-RN bridge programs together. :D

thanks again everyone!

Specializes in Cardiac, Derm, OB.

Go ahead and apply. If you get into the RN program, you can decline. If you do not get into the RN program you can LVN-RN bridge. This can happen through independent study in some schools/states and some bridge students simply join the 2nd year RN classes at start of 2nd year.

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