Hello everyone before I get started I know there is many discussions on this topic but everyone's situations are different. I'm not sure if I should get my LVN first or straight RN I'm currently attending Riverside City College and doing my pre-reqs for the RN program I'm about a year in a half away from being done. This program is very competitive to get into so that's why I'm thinking of doing LVN first then bridge over to RN. I'm also a little concerned of the time commitment of a full 2 years for the RN program. I have a 3.6 GPA in general classes so far. I'm also aiming for a 4.0 in science classes. Another reason I was thinking about LVN first is I can get experience while I'm waiting to be accepted into the RN program and I believe they LVN to RN bridge program accepts people faster than just straight RN. Also, BSN is out of the question ? due to finances. Thank you everyone.