2 year ADN vs 3 year BSN

[Seyleigh]

Woohoo! I got into a 2 year ADN and a 3 year BSN program.

Now I have to choose. I have free tuition at California public schools and a VA stipend through age 26, until 27. Since I'll turn age 24 in September, I have just enough to make it through the BSN.

Then there is medical. I have an expensive health issue and can only stay on my mom's insurance until age 26. She has said she is willing to cover that extra year if she needs to, but will I even be able to buy private insurance?

I did an online masters program for a year before I quit and started doing nursing pre-reqs. The idea of 2 more years of school instead of three is enticing.

Hospitals prefer BSN nurses over ADN registered nurses. Does my previous B.S. degree make me more marketable than a normal two year degree RN? Does it matter for places other than hospitals?

The nearby state hospital doesn't care as long as you have an RN license and a pulse. Not sure if I'd like being a psych nurse, but you get four weeks vacation starting, high pay, and good benefits. Registered nurses never get injured there. A local prison is similar.

So, what do you guys think I should choose?

[FutureNurseInfo]

Gor for BSN. The hospitals, most than not, do not care if you have 10 other degrees.

[caliotter3]

You want the BSN for a better chance at that first job after graduation.