LPN to ADN vs BSN (current LPN)

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I have been an LPN for 4 years. It was always my goal to continue my education, but life has always gotten in the way. I am now at a point where I feel I desperately need to start on my continuing education journey.

Here is my dilemma: I am debating the "step-by-step" method of obtaining my ADN then continuing to BSN vs going straight into a BSN program with other entry level students.

Obviously the first approach would be cheaper. ADN programs are cheaper and I could possibly get an employer to pay a majority of the BSN cost. However, I am drawn to the second option because i feel my LPN education was woefully inadequate and would like to "re-learn" the information. I am competent in the field I'm in, but my eventual goal is to pursue advanced practice nursing. I have looked into the LPN to ADN programs in my area and they will only amount to a few extra classes. I also got "burned" in my LPN program, as it was a for-profit program and lacked the professionalism and depth of education I was accustomed to in a university atmosphere.

I was just wanting to get some advice from anyone who has been in a similar situation. Which route did you choose? Were you happy with your choice? Any thoughts and advice would be appreciated.