LPN, ADN, lOANS

[sofiaalaska]

Hello

I live in ohio, planning to start next semester with the community college nursing program. I have to pay out of state tuition because I am not a permanent resident.

I am thinking of two scenarios:

1) To start with LPN program,work any job while studying, graduate, work for a year and then do the LPN-RN. ( The total cost of LPN for out of state where I live is almost 12000$) all requirements except for medical insurance cost.

2) Or to start the ADN, work while studying. However, even if I could work while studying in this case, I am not sure if I can mange my tuition or I will have to apply for a loan. I am not eligible for FAFSA loans so I will have to apply for student loan from a private institution. I do not know how long it may take me to pay it back after graduation?? ( The cost of ADN for out of state is almost 20000$) including books and other requirements except for the medical insurance cost.

I am confused , which option would you recommend

Thank you

[Thanksforthedonuts, MSN, APRN]

I would always shoot for at least an RN degree first.... in the long run it would do you better to have the RN instead of continuing to bridge and waste time +money.

I personally wouldn't consider the LPN route because you are severely limiting your choices in the future. Just my 2 cents.