Should I try one more time to apply to RN schools? Or take LVN route?? HELP!

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I didn't get into 3 of the 4 Cal State RN programs I've applied to for Fall 08 and I'm still waiting to hear from the last one. I'm really scared that I won't get accepted :( In the meantime, a private vocational LVN program nearby will start a 12 month prog. in June (next month). That means the application for that is due THIS FRIDAY, and I would have to take their entrance exam on tuesday. I just found out about this program last week and I feel like it's all so soon and that I haven't had time to really think if it's the right choice.. So, I don't know if I should jump on that opportunity and take an LVN-RN bridge program afterwards, OR try one more round of applying to RN-prog's that start Spring 09?? (these are schools without waitlists, cuz that's the last thing I want!)

Anyway, I really need some encouraging advice.. What would YOU do? I need as many points of view as I can get because the LVN prog's deadline is this friday..

thanks in advance!

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Specializes in LTC.

I would apply. The worst thing that could happen is they say no, or you get acceptted to the RN program and not take a spot in the LVN courses.

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anyone else? :D

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Apply to the LVN program you just found out about so that you don't miss out. It is a fair guess to assume that you might be unlucky with your final application that is outstanding. If you don't have Plan B in motion, you will be nowhere and starting over with your applications. Until you have something firm, why don't you add to your attempts and apply for the local ASN programs? The more applications you have out there, the more opportunities you have to get a seat. Many programs have a lottery. You just might get lucky. Hope you get good news soon.

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I was in so9mewhat the same position. applied to different Rn Schools and did not get in. Then applied to one more Rn school and a LPN school . turns out that things came up and I went to LPN school and will graduate in July. Then I will take the LPN -RN bridge program at my own pace. I would apply just in case :twocents: :typing

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Apply to the LPN school and see what happens.

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Thanks for the reassurance everyone! You've made good points - I will continue on with the LVN application :) Wish me luck!

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Specializes in Acute Mental Health.

Good luck to you! I would have done the same thing as everyone has advised. At least you'll be on your way.

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Specializes in Family Nurse Practitioner.

Good luck!

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I have one more question :) I've read on some threads that some ppl have had trouble transferring their classes out of the private LVN school when trying to apply into an LVN-RN Bridge. My question is, are they referring to the other RN pre-req's such as microbiology, human development, etc type classes? Cuz if that's what they are referring to then I shouldn't have a problem since I've completed them at a CC already, right? I just want to clear this up before I apply to the LVN prog.

Thanks!

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Specializes in Family Nurse Practitioner.
I have one more question :) I've read on some threads that some ppl have had trouble transferring their classes out of the private LVN school when trying to apply into an LVN-RN Bridge. My question is, are they referring to the other RN pre-req's such as microbiology, human development, etc type classes? Cuz if that's what they are referring to then I shouldn't have a problem since I've completed them at a CC already, right? I just want to clear this up before I apply to the LVN prog.

Thanks!

Yes, I think some of the private schools that make you take those pre-reqs as part of the LPN program might not transfer over. It sounds like you should be fine but I would check with the school you want to attend for your bridge program to make sure they will give you credit for your LPN classes also. Mine all did because my LPN school and all my pre-reqs were done at a CC.

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Specializes in Psychiatric NP.

Depends on if you want to be an LVN or an RN.

Consider pay differences among the two in different states and also consider whether you want to be a bedside nurse or if you want to continue your education further. Good luck

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