ROUTES TO BSN

[Mrrn111, CNA]

Hello all,

I am a few weeks into my LVN program. I did it because I did not get into any ADN/BSN programs my first try and did not want to wait. Although, I was advised to reapply for schools in the fall. I originally applied for Spring schools, which are limited since most schools only accept once a year for FALL. If I hear back in May, I would drop LVN. If I don't get in, no worries I have my LVN program to continue anyways. In the scenario that I DID GET INTO AN ADN program, would it be worth it to go that route? From my understanding, an ADN and ADN-BSN route will be cheaper than LVN and LVN-RN overall. Especially if an LVN-RN is only for ADN, I would have to go back for BSN. I live in the Bay Area.

Does anybody have advice? Is my way of understanding the whole pathway to BSN correct?

Thank you!!

[caliotter3]

Do what you deem prudent in terms of saving time and money, but keep in mind your chances for success. Sometimes things happen that could put a bug in your tea and then you might not find yourself progressing.

[Mrrn111, CNA]

Since my goal is to be an RN, having the opportunity to go to an RN school would be a blessing... part of me wanted to finish LVN school just to get that "nurse" title more quickly. Although, I'm thinking even after I finish my LVN, how long would the wait be until I get into an RN school is the question...

Schools should be talking about admissions soon, but COVID has hit and things have been pushed back a little.

I appreciate the response although my time getting back to you has been overdue!