LPN bridge to ADN then BSN *or* straight to BSN?

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  1. Should I complete a BSN program or LPN then bridge to ADN then to BSN?

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      Go for the BSN!
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      Complete the LPN first. You'll learn more!
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      You'd be crazy to turn down a BSN program for an LPN program!
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      Go for the BSN. Bridging is very difficult to do!

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Hi everyone! I just applied to a BSN program and also an LPN program. I'm actually considering the LPN program over the BSN bc I would literally have almost no student loan debt by going through the community college mainly. But I'm also considering the LPN because I would have more semesters to grasp the material in. I feel like it would be slowed down more- the BSN is 5 semesters but by doing LPN bridge to ADN then BSN I would be in school for 7-8 semesters- and I would learn the material better. I'm feeling like the BSN will be rushed and I'll be lost forever if I didn't grasp a concept.. What do you guys think? Also, I'm wanting to stay at the community college a little while long so my GPA will come up before transferring for scholarship purposes. Is that silly? would I be crazy to turn down a BSN program for an LPN program?

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Have you researched the job market in your area? Who is being hired- LPNs, RNs with ADNs, RNs with BSNs? What types of nursing do you want to do and what do the job postings say is required/preferred? While some programs may keep your debt lower, will you really benefit from that if you find out you can't find a job? These are some things that every potential nursing student should research when choosing what path to take. The reality is, only you can make the decision as to which program to attend, and it would be wise to go in fully informed.

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Personally if I get accepted to a bsn program I would pick it over the lpn program .. you'll finish quicker. .. and cuz im 28 i would want to finish quick but then again you mention good points to choose lpn over bsn . But personally If I get accepted to a bsn program I'll accept that ... my plan b is to apply to the lpn if I don't get accepted to the bsn .. and bridge over from cc nursing program to a state university program to get your bsn

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Regardless the goal will be the same- a bachelors. Just not sure which path would be wiser. One will take more time but cost less and the other will take less time but cost more. Thanks for yals response! I appreciate the advice!

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Personally if I get accepted to a bsn program I would pick it over the lpn program .. you'll finish quicker. .. and cuz im 28 i would want to finish quick but then again you mention good points to choose lpn over bsn . But personally If I get accepted to a bsn program I'll accept that ... my plan b is to apply to the lpn if I don't get accepted to the bsn .. and bridge over from cc nursing program to a state university program to get your bsn

Are you applying for a program this year?

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I applied for the PRCC lpn program for fall 2015. Did u get a seat?

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