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Another question: I am going to get my ADN degree because that's the only option I have right now, due to money, economy, etc. It will be faster and cheaper. BUT, I want to get my masters at some point, or even PhD. I In other words, I don't want to be a bedside nurse for long. Can I get a Master in Nursing from an ADN degree online? Can you get it while you are working as an RN?

I am starting my ADN degree in January. I will only be able to work on the weekends, at best. I will get the SC Lottery Loan through my school, but no other loans or grants are offered to me because I already have a college degree from a four year school. That makes me ineligible to recieve the Pell Grant. Does anyone know of any way to finance my way through school? Do you know of any grants, scholarships, or loans out there for someone with no special circumstances. I have my bachelors degree in Psychology and need help with living expenses and the remainder of my tuition. Thank you!

That's wonderful to hear! I have been accepted to a school that offers an ADN, but begin to hear the route I was headed was not what I intended. I DO want to get a masters at some point so I'm glad to know there are options for people getting an ADN degree. You were very helpful! I feel much better about my decision!

Oh that helps alot! I live on Hilton Head Island and the only place to get a nursing degree is a community college (which offers an ADN) so I really didn't have a choice (if I wanted to stay here). At USCB, they offer a Master Degree in Nursing. So, my options are slim. But, it's good to know you can still get a BSN if needed pretty easily!

Ok! Here's the situation. I have a Bachelor's degree from a 4 year college in Psychology. I want to now get a Nursing Degree. Do I go for a ADN or a BSN? To me, it would be pointless to get a BSN because...why would I go back to college for 4 more years, when I could get a ADN and still be a RN? Do people really do that? Is there a difference in wages for ADN and BSN degrees? Do more people hire BSN's? On some of these posts I have seen that people with BSN degrees are more well-rounded. How would that be the case if I have a bachelors degree already. Basically, for 2 years, they are taking basic classes that I have already taken, right? Am I correct? I'm confused of how I would benefit from repeating these classes or going to school for 2 more years than needed. Can I still get the same kinds of jobs as someone with a BSN if I have a college degree and a ADN, or am I limited to only working for lower wages, and limited facilities because of my degree? Please help!