Deciding between BSN program on probation vs. new program with no graduates/NCLEX history

Another option is to see if she can get into an ADN/RN program at a community college (not necessarily easy, since those can be overloaded). RN → BSN programs are often significantly less difficult to get into than frosh-entry BSN programs.

The two-step ADN/RN then RN → BSN also means that one can start working as a nurse after two years with the ADN/RN (assuming NCLEX pass), in case something (like running out of money) gets in the way of finishing the BSN.

Here are some NCLEX pass rates for nursing schools (ADN, BSN, MSN) in California: NCLEX Pass Rates

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