Need advice about degree decisions

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I just found out that I got rejected from an accelerated BSN program. The only one I applied to so far, because I was "sure" I would get in. Nope. So I learned my lesson.

So what to do now? Are they all super competitive? Do I have a chance?

Should I apply to a bunch of them or do you think transferring into a regular BSN program will be easier, less competitive? Or should I even consider getting an associate degree, be an RN and then go RN to BSN. Or is that stupid.

I just want to get a degree as soon as possible and get back on my feet. Wouldn't it be a waste not to use my BA and all these prereq courses I've been taking this year.

Pretty bummed out out my position. Need guidance.

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You should apply to every program you can, ADN, traditional BSN, whatever you meet admission criteria for. Traditional BSN and ADN programs are just as competitive as an accelerated BSN. Good luck!

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I agree with szeles23. Apply for any program that you can meet with what you have right now.

Also, going through ADN programs isn't stupid. In the end, you'll be an RN just like the ones who went through a BSN program. You can always go back to complete your BSN later on. I think the only downside to the ADN is that a few hospitals (like Stanford, here in CA) are particular about what type of RNs they want to hire, and lean more towards BSN graduates. Nevertheless, you should keep trying (and apply to more than one program next time). :)

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Find out what the requirements are for several programs and go to the regional/state section of allnurses and ask others what it took to get into the different programs. My ADN program requires near perfect grades in several core pre-requisites as well as a good score on a 6 question essay. The program gives priority to those living in the district for 90 days prior to application. It is a very competitive program. The only programs that seem to be easier to get into are the very expensive private universities and even then, they look at strengths in other areas.

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I was just wondering, why are some people applying to more then 1 Ivy Tech campus? Wouldnt that be a heck of a drive for some people if they lived in Jeffersonville and got into the Indy campus?

Also, if I took the TEAS test and didnt do very well in the math portion because honestly, I suck at math, and that is the absolute truth, but anyway, if I didnt do very well and didnt get into the RN program, does that automatically put me in to the LPN program, or is that something I would have to apply for too?

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Thanks!

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