Futur Nursing Students Path - NH and MA

So right now I am taking pre-reqs for Nursing School. I am taking them at a Community college that I have already earned an AS degree at. Im taking Devoplmental Chem. & Algebra this Summer, Biology & Statistics in the fall, and plan to take AP 1 & Micro in the Spring semester. Lots of work, good thing my tutor right now is awesome

Anyways, my question is .. since i am aware of the nursing programs waiting lists and difficulties getting into with the pre testing and such. Even though I am good student, I am wondering what path I should take to help me actually get into a program.

I heard that Middlesex Community College had a 3 year waiting list, BUT if you go to the Lowell Tech LPN program, pass with a good GPA you have an automatic spot in the upcoming fall program.. is this true??

My idea was to get my pre-reqs done, with good grades and apply for next fall.. looks like its not that easy, which i new it wasnt all that easy but I mean.. how early can i apply when I am just starting to take my pre-reqs now ??

ps- I am seeking all my school options, since I live right on the border of NH and MA

Thanks in advance for reading and/or giving any input !!