Rn to bsn bridge program

TheCommuter, BSN, RN · Mar 20, 2016

Is there anybody that can explain to me how the Rn to bsn bridge program work???

RN-to-BSN bridge programs are designed for fully licensed RNs who are educated at the diploma or associate degree nursing level. RN-to-BSN programs enable these nurses to earn the BSN degree.

In my personal experience, RN-to-BSN programs are easier to secure admission into than traditional BSN programs. You'll need an active RN license to apply.

frenchtoastwaffles, BSN, RN · Mar 25, 2016

I'm in a dual degree ADN/BSN program. BSN programs are way too competitive to get into (1000+ applications for 75 seats??) so I went the associate's route. My school offers a dual-joint degree program with 3 other schools in the city university system that we're invited to apply to if we earn a 3.0 after fundamentals and obtain a recommendation from our clinical instructor. Going this route is saving me thousands of dollars, plus I have the added benefit of being able to sit for the NCLEX and earn my RN prior to graduating with my BSN, which hopefully will allow me to be considered for jobs.

If the schools that you are looking into do not offer a dual degree program, then the RN to BSN programs are specifically for licensed RNs (which, technically; is what my program is). If you can get accepted into a BSN program, go for it. If not, ADN is a hugely economical choice that really doesn't tack too much time onto the process.

Lrodrig1089 · Mar 26, 2016

Well thanks a lot for both ur comments!! I have done alot of reasearch and it all seems like going for an ADN first then transferring to get my BSN in the end is much of a better option,which means I've decided to go for it and which I'm really excited about!!! Just yesterday I met with my community college nursinIf counselor and she gave me so much support and motivation to start in the program little by little, considering that its been a long time since I haven't been in school but that with effort and perseverance I can always get back on track also knowing that I always kept a good GPA in the past I now more than ever have some hope!! Just wanna let you know im so thankful for this website and all you guys advice because I felt I had no guidance toward my education something I felt completely lost about now that I'm 26 and trying to start off from where I left years ago..which simply just the thought of failure going through my mind again sometimes discourages me because my life circumstances are alot different now from when I was 19 years old, makes me think and regret alot of wasted time I mean I could've just done this years ago!!! When I was single and free to dedicate myself to a career, haha just sharing here about my own personal story hope anybody can relate just simply cuz its tough!!

willowita, ADN, RN · Mar 26, 2016

It's never too late to go to school and do it. I got my ADN at 32. I'm in a BSN program now at 34. Hopefully in 5 I'll be in an NP program. Can't sweat the time that is behind us. Only plan ahead starting today. Good luck to you!

TiffyRN, BSN, PhD · Apr 2, 2016

Just verify that your area is hiring ADN nurses into a field that is where you want to work, and pays well enough to make it your while. In some areas, hospitals, especially the more "attractive" specialties will only hire experienced nurses or minimally BSN. Don't ask people who are biased towards a particular program. Ask local nurses working where you want to work. If you are in El Paso, you may be in good shape, but I'm not an expert on that area.

applesxoranges, BSN, RN · Apr 6, 2016

I did an RN program at a CC, then a bridge program, and then a regular MSN. This was the cheapest route for me. RN to MSN programs seem to add 10,000-20000 on top of the regular MSN program. A RN to BSN program cost about 5k-8k here. So I saved money. Not to mention traditional BSN programs cost almost double what my ADN cost so I saved money.