Alternatives if not accepted into a program?

[WCSU1987]

I was hoping I was going to be able to apply to the BSN program at the end of the fall. However, will be shy of 1 prerequisite. However, if all goes well with TEAS and last 2 prerequisites can apply to an Associate program end of the fall.

The Associate program is highly competitive compared to the BSN program. I know I shouldn't dwell on the prospects of not getting accepted.

Curious what your back up plans are?

I am going to apply to the State LPN program, bit it's an intense accelerated program 5 days a week and 12 month's. It's relatively inexpensive only $12K. However, the private programs are a lot more flexible, but expensive $30K. It's usually 3 days a week in the evening and 24 months long.

Have a friend in the State LPN program and they say it's overwhelming. They are working 16 hour's outside of the program and hard time keeping up.

Actually think LPN is a better option than Associates. My work only takes LPNs and BSNs. So with an Associates I have to leave, but LPN can work towards my BSN never leave my job.

The other option looking at is a PTA program. I have all the prerequisites completed as well as the TEAS. All I have to do is do 20 hours of job shadowing in the Summer and apply in the Fall of next year for the Spring program.

An LPN makes maybe $5 less an hour in our State then a PTA. Equal amount of job opportunities of LPN & PTAs. LPNS have a lot more advancement opportunities.

Look forward to your insight and feedback.

[SelenaRios97]

1. LPN is a good alternative and you'll have experience in the field once you apply. My college adds points to your acceptance if you have more experience in the field

2. I'd say do the 12 month one. The reason the 30K one is more expensive is the flexibility/ plus longer. Yes, it'll suck but look what you'll gain. Do you want that one year of experience or one extra year before you can start? It'll be cheaper to. Plus SCHOLARSHIPS!!!

3. Also does the program start in the Spring or fall? Because if you're planning on applying in the fall why don't you take that extra class, so you could apply to the bachelors ... or maybe I read that wrong lol

[HouTx, BSN, MSN, EdD]

Make sure you understand the type of LPN program. "College hour" programs include some courses that are transferable to an RN program but "clock hour" (vocational) programs do not. The best type of program for anyone interested in a step-wise career progression (LPN-ADN-BSN) is one that is already included in a formal collaborative agreement with the RN schools - so you don't have to go through a bunch more hoopla figuring out what transfers and what needs to be repeated.

It's always god to be fully informed of your options in order to make the best decision for your own situation.