Should I finish RN program at age 51?

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I am an LPN and have many years of nursing experience and was enrolled and carried a 3.75 in an RN program and had to drop out for various reasons and always wish I finished and I wonder am I too old ??? I was more than half way when I finished but by the time I finish now I will be 53. Am I nuts? What do others think?

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Specializes in L&D; GI; Fam Med; Home H; Case mgmt.

FINISH!! ABSOLUTELY!!

In 2 years you will be 53 without an RN degree. Or you could be 53 WITH an RN degree. What would be better, in your opinion? It's a no-brainer, huh? :D

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if you want to do it, do it, you're still young, ha.

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Specializes in Home Health CM.

I just finished school and am 39. Many of my classmates were older than I was. I say go for it! With such a high GPA, it won't be that difficult for you and besides, you will be making more $$$. Good luck to you and remember don't let anything get in the way of your dreams.:stdnrsrck:

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Go for it, I got my MSN when I was 50 and thinking of getting a Phd.

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Of course, go for it kiddo. You as young as you feel.

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Definitely finish! 53 is not too old to finish. There were people in their 50s taking pre-requisites to begin nursing school in my class last semester. You, on the other hand, are already in the program and have LPN experience. I think you will have major regrets if you don't.

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Can you do this without extensive student loans? If you can pay your way through, why not?

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I was wondering the same thing as you. Should I go for my RN at 48. Wow, its hard admitting I am that age! LOL Certainly don't feel that age! LOL

Anyways, with all the comments regarding your case, it has made my decision a 'no brainer' also. Of course! Go For It !! Why not!! So, I too will continue on, and remember there are many many others out there doing just the same thing.

You are not alone! I will if you will! LOL:)

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Go for it! You can do it!

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You'll be working at least another 15 years, so go on and finish.

Good luck.

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Specializes in Nephrology, Cardiology, ER, ICU.

Go for it....

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