lpn to bsn or rn to bsn?

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Hi everyone! I just signed up for this site today because I am having trouble finding information on this topic... I am a 22 year old CNA and two courses away from being able to apply to the RN program at my school. I have decided to try and get into an LPN program that is much closer to my home and would cut down with coursework later on if I continue towards RN. I know that I want to get my bsn but I'm not sure what the difference is and what would be better between going from lpn to bsn versus rn to bsn. Please feel free to comment!!!!! :) thanks so much

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In my research, it's very difficult to go from lpn to BSN. There are very few schools that offer that program. In fact, none in my area offer it and there's at least 10 nursing schools around here.

RN to BSN is much more prevalent.

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Specializes in Pediatrics, Emergency, Trauma.

As a former LPN, it is NOT difficult to go from LPN to BSN-most of us go into a Generic BSN program, and thrive.

If you are two classes away from a RN or BSN program, by all means go for the RN or BSN program; to get into a LPN program when the ultimate goal is a BSN is putting additional time and space from your goal.

PN school is VERY rigorous; packing a TON of nursing information in little time.

I enjoyed my time and had a very extensive and full scope and opportunities as a LPN; it helped lay the groundwork in my BSN studies; however that was the path I chosen. To do it all over again-if I had the knowledge and support, I would've gotten my BSN years ago; you have the option NOW.

Best wishes.

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It must really depend on your area.

Unlike the previous poster there are no schools with that program around here but also very very few opportunities for LPNs around here.

Do your research!

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Specializes in geriatrics, IV, Nurse management.
It must really depend on your area.

Unlike the previous poster there are no schools with that program around here but also very very few opportunities for LPNs around here.

Do your research!

Agreed. Lots of lpn to bscn opportunities up north here.

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Im in the Midwest and a few schools here offer the lpn to bsn bridge or accelerated BSN program. Check out your schools website,it ususlly lets you know if that program is offered. Depends on what you see yourself doing in the future. If getting a bsn is the goal,you may want to jump into a direct program. Good Luck!

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