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May 21, 2009 01:16 PM

Accepted to an ADN and BSN school. Which one to choose?

by jtan52
Updated May 21, 2009 at 01:48 PM by jtan52

Hi guys! I am in such stressful times. Here is my situation. I am done with all GEs and figuring out where to go for the program. I got accepted into GLENDALE CITY COLLEGE NURSING (ADN) for FALL 09 (I start this summer for prep classes). ALso, I got into Spring 10 class in cal state la. I am pondering on which school to attend. Should I go to Glendale for an ADN this summer or wait until spring for a BSN at CSULA (which can take up to 2.75-3 years) I have read other posts by nurses stating that majority of the hospitals are now requiring or preferring BSN over ADN nurses. I am confused and pressured not to make the wrong decision. The tuition is not a big deal.

Would the pay/benefits make that big of a difference between the 2 degrees?

please advice

thank you all =]

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No. 1
from www.angel29
Old May 24, 2009, 03:59 AM

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Hi jtan52, if tuition isn't a big deal I would go straight for bsn. The time frame you gave sounds similar to time most people spend just to get adn. And soon it will be a requirement to have bsn to be an rn, u would have to go back to school anyway for this. Get it done. U won't regret it, good luck to u keep us posted
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from ichic
Old Jun 02, 2009, 02:56 AM
Updated Jun 02, 2009 at 03:03 AM by ichic

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Originally Posted by www.angel29 View Post
soon it will be a requirement to have bsn to be an rn
Is it true, can you provide more information? Thanks!!

I'm facing the same indecision, Rio Hondo Fall 09' vs. CSULA Fall 09'.
However, my friend in nursing field suggested going for the 2-year ADN program. He said.....

Handling stress for 2 years is easier
Getting BSN may take longer than you expect (11 quarters for CSULA + the nursing curriculum is a locked step sequence);
You can get the license faster, work and support yourself;
There's no big difference in salary;
It's not hard to get into a BSN program with ADN plus you don't handle the same stress since you have the license already.

Don't know if these are true, I'll keep looking for advice.
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No. 3
from knina
Old Jul 15, 2009, 12:52 PM

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Congratulations! What did you decide?
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No. 4
from caliotter3
Old Jul 15, 2009, 09:07 PM

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Congratulations on getting accepted at two programs! By all means, go to the BSN program. You won't regret getting your BSN out of the way now, at the start of your career. Good luck with school.
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from Rapvr
Old Jul 15, 2009, 10:07 PM

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Congratulations! If it were me I would pursue the BSN and get it done and out of the way. I also hear that employers prefer BSN degrees. I heard that hospitals are looking for accreditations and part of that requires so many RN's with a BSN vs an ADN. If money issues were a concern then I would pursue the ADN and finish sooner, get a job and work on the BSN through an ADN to BSN program and possibly even have my employer pay for it.
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No. 6
from ichic
Old Jul 16, 2009, 06:54 PM

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What if I already have a BA degree? Pursue the ADN then work on the MSN , isn't that better than doing the BS again?
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No. 7
from caliotter3
Old Jul 16, 2009, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by ichic View Post
What if I already have a BA degree? Pursue the ADN then work on the MSN , isn't that better than doing the BS again?
No, BSN is the preferred level of education for professional nursing. Someone who already possesses a bachelor's degree is eligible for accelerated BSN programs. If you have an entry level MSN program available in your area, then that program would be the desirable program. If it has a BSN opt out, you can stop at that level if you want to start working before completing the MSN.
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No. 8
from sarajasmine
Old Jul 16, 2009, 07:36 PM

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I am an RN with an A.S.N degree. I've worked as an RN for over 25 years. I almost finished my BSN, but had to drop out due to financial and family issues. As far as salary, not much difference. As far as other opportunities, a BSN does provide more! I am seriously considering returning back to school soon to complete my BSN at least!
If finances are not an issue, I'd probably say the BSN program would be a better choice!
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No. 9
from parkjjudy
Old Jul 30, 2009, 01:34 PM

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hello!
i'm sorry i don't have an answer to which is program is better, but i was wondering if you could please tell me your average GPA and exam score for when you applied to CSULA's program.
thanks a bunch!
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