RNn2010

I've been accepted to two ADN programs and the Master's Entry program at a well known school where we'll be trained as Clinical Nurse Leaders. I'm thinking of choosing the ADN over the Master's Entry. Am I crazy? My reason for choosing the ADN boils down to money. I will have NO DEBT when I complete the program. Whereas with the MSN program, I could potentially be in the hole about $70K. I understand that as a Clinical Nurse Leader I will, in theory, be promoted quicker. But, as a graduate of a CNL program, my first two years will be at the same level and salary as a graduate from an Associate's degree program. On the surface I think I'm crazy for wanting to go the ADN route over getting the MSN. I am planning to become a Nurse Practitioner, and if I attend the CNL program, I still have to go an additional 2 years for my post-Master's certificate to become an NP. PLEASE give me your feedback, experience, and/or opinions. Thank you!

I've been accepted to two ADN programs and the Master's Entry program at a well known school where we'll be trained as Clinical Nurse Leaders. I'm thinking of choosing the ADN over the Master's Entry. Am I crazy? My reason for choosing the ADN boils down to money. I will have NO DEBT when I complete the program. Whereas with the MSN program, I could potentially be in the hole about $70K. I understand that as a Clinical Nurse Leader I will, in theory, be promoted quicker. But, as a graduate of a CNL program, my first two years will be at the same level and salary as a graduate from an Associate's degree program. On the surface I think I'm crazy for wanting to go the ADN route over getting the MSN. I am planning to become a Nurse Practitioner, and if I attend the CNL program, I still have to go an additional 2 years for my post-Master's certificate to become an NP. PLEASE give me your feedback, experience, and/or opinions. Thank you!