ADN or second degree BSN program?

[Mslma]

Hi everyone,

I've been going back and forth on the topic of going into an ADN program or a second degree BSN program.

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I already hold a previous bachelors degree so the amount of time it would take to get an ADN is equivalent to the BSN program (2 years)..

Right now I'm finishing up my last two pre-reqs Anatomy II and Microbiology at the community college which I am considering staying at to get my ADN. My plans has always been to take my last 2 pre-reqs at the community college and then apply to the BSN program. Now that I am at the community college I'm really liking it here. plus it's about 10 minutes away from my home vs the BSN program which i would have to commute a hour away, not to mention the community college is a bit cheaper, and i would only be take 1 or 2 nursing classes a semester (which seems like a lighter load than the 3-4 classes in the BSN program)..

Before I came to the community college I never considered an ADN program, it didn't seem very sensible since i know i want to get my masters in nursing which means i would have to go back and get my bachelors after i graduate anyways...

I just can't seem to figure out which is the best option and really wanted some input from you all.

Do I go to the more expensive BSN program which is an hour away and 3-4 classes a semester..

Or do i stay at the community college which is 10 minutes away and go back for my bachelors later?????

The BSN program requires a B average and the ADN program requires a C average not sure why, but do you guys think its possible to commute a hour, take 3-4 classes a semester, and easily maintain a B average?? I only ask because i know people who were living right on campus and got dismissed from the program due to not passing.

Thanks in advance for your input

Ms. Anthony

[ladyvp05]

I have a bachelors degree in another field. I chose an ADN program. I just graduated last month. I had no trouble finding a job despite not having a BSN. I got a job at a magnate hospital in the OR. I start the onlline BSN program in August, and I don't have to pay a dime b/c my job is paying for it. I have no regrets. However, it depends on if your area hires ADN nurses.

[TheCommuter, BSN, RN]

Remain mindful that, if you select the ADN route, you can always enroll in an online RN-to-BSN completion program and earn the BSN in less than one year.

It took me 10 months to complete an online RN-to-BSN program.

[WCSU1987]

If you can aford the BSN go for it. In my instance I could afford a State BSN program be done in 2 years with $10K in student debt, but the prerequisites ate too much to complete in time frame I am looking at.

The ABSN going from inexpensive to expensive that learning style is not for me and I need mone to survive.

Since that leaves one option the ADN, which in this case is opposite of your situation. I mean they suggest a 58% TEAS and C average. Most people get in if they are 80% or higher on the TEAS with 4.0 prerequisites. Where the BSN less competitive 3.0 in Prerequisites, 2.5 overall GPA, and 70% or higher TEAS score

Anyways saying is do what's best for you. Do what you can afford and complete in the end all that matters out of your nursing goal is to be a nurse. Who knows maybe the CC will have a program where you can work towards your BSN during the ADN.