Should I transfer to a community college then back to my University?

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Specializes in Pre-nursing student at CSUB.

So I plan to apply to the BSN nursing program at my university and I was told that if I take my TEAS exam the 2nd time then that would count as 2 tries for applying to their program. (The maximum tries you can take it is two attempts). If I don't get accepted for Fall 2021, should I transfer to a community college and take the long route which is to get my CNA, then LVN/RN program then transfer back to my University for the BSN.

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Why would you have to get your CNA first? That would count for your second attempt, but if you don't get in I'd suggest applying to other schools instead of what you're thinking. Why are you limiting yourself only to your current school's BSN program?

You can go get your ADN at a community college (plus side is it would be much cheaper) and then either go back to school for RN-BSN, or just take it online while making $$$ working as an RN. If you go to a community college you don't need to become a CNA or LPN, you'd already be an RN with a license. 

You also don't need to become a CNA before an LPN, but I don't suggest that route at all.

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Specializes in Med/Surg.

I would take the TEAS the second time.  If you do not get in, then go the community college route.  After earning your associate’s degree and becoming an RN, you can then apply to an RN to BSN program which typically has easier entrance requirements.  Something to also consider.  Obtaining your RN through a community college is less expensive.  Many facilities are offering handsome tuition reimbursement packages for nurses to return to school.  So, your BSN could be paid for by the hospital at which you work.  Furthermore, if you want to go on to earn a graduate degree, they will pay for that too.  I caution you on student loans.  Do not do what I did.  I financed my education.  My student loan balance almost prevented me from buying the new home in which I currently reside.  It is certainly something to consider. 

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