nepenth3

Hey all, I got accepted to an ABSN program, starting in just a few months. The school has an exceptional reputation/NCLEX rate and is close to where I live, but I'm still a little dismayed that I'll be shelling out for what will be my third bachelor's. The program lasts ~15 months and costs ~$50,000 for tuition and books. Fortunately, I've saved up enough to likely pay for the entire amount and cover living expenses without taking out too many loans...but I still don't just want to burn through my savings if I don't have to. I've figured up until now that the speed of the program would offset the opportunity cost of doing a normal BSN program at the same school, which costs half as much but is about 9 months longer. Now I'm reconsidering whether I should be doing my BSN right now at all, and whether an ADN would make more sense. I'd have to do my BSN eventually, since it's my intention to pursue advanced practice (DNP or CRNA, depending on how my career unfolds.) Am I wasting too much money when there are cheaper alternatives out there? Would appreciate any advice!