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Hi there - I have gotten into an associate's program and a direct entry BSN/MS program (I already have a non-nursing bachelor's and am 28 years old). I know in the long run the BSN/MS would be better but that program is WAY more expensive than the ADN. I am wondering how the job market is in the Boston area for ADN vs. BSN graduates, and if anyone has any words of wisdom about the liklihood of obtaining a hospital job with an ADN? Both programs are highly regarded but I am worried about making the wrong decision and either having trouble finding a job (if I go for the ADN) or having trouble paying off massive loans (if I go for the BSN/MS). Advice please?!?

I am not sure of the job market - I have seen, heard, and read different things about BSN vs. ADN...that some hospitals only hire BSN while others are more open (and that if you do well in your clinicals, they may be happy to bring you in as an employee once you graduate and pass the NCLEX). I am located in MA and know all the schools in my area for ADN are flooded with applicants, which makes me think there must be a job market for graduates. That being said, I am trying to weigh best options so that is why I was interested in hearing what people on this site who have more info or experience than I do have to say. Thanks to you both for your thoughts. Any other feedback from anyone else out there would be great too!

Hi! I just got into an associates program and a BSN/MS program. I am very excited about both but am not sure which to go for. The BSN/MS is 3 years overall and costs 4x more than the associate's. I am in my early 30's so not sure if it is worth it to spend so much money up front for the BSN/MS since I could get a BSN after the RN if I need to. What are people's recommendations? I would also have to take another 2 science pre-requisite courses for the BSN, so that factors in as well. Any insights from would be much appreciated!