1yr Accelerated or 2yr Generic Program, What do you recommend?

jspb · Sep 10, 2012

Hi Josh,

I am currently in an Accelerated BSN (2nd semester just started, one more left after this one) and about half way through. I am not sure if you are looking at a BSN or ASN program. I also was deciding if I should do the accelerated or regular BSN or ASN. I was told prior to starting my program to not even think about working during the program and that it would put a strain on my personal life (visiting friends, family, socializing, etc). All of that is, indeed, true. My first semester I took 19 hours. It was a tough adjustment to a totally new type of learning and environment, and I think that's why it seemed so hard. I was studying a lot (most weekends were spent studying) and most weeknights. Most, but, not all so keep that in mind lol. It seemed overwhelming at times, stressful, especially trying to juggle classes. But knowing that I will be done with the program in less than 8 months is an amazing feeling... it is worth it if you are willing to put in the time, be present for all lectures, participate in all online forums for online assignments and put your personal life on hold for a year or so.

Best of luck!

RyzenRN, ASN, BSN, MSN · Sep 11, 2012

Thank you so much,

My programs are ASN (unfortunately for BSN I'd have to pay $40k). Once I get my ASN I can go for my BSN. I'm thinking as much as I would love to be done in one year, I may need to go for the 2 yr program.

Thank you so much.

Josh

LouVellie · Sep 11, 2012

I think you should be good with doing a ASN and taking online classes to get your BSN while you are working! That is what I am going to do. Make money and get your degree at the same time