<p>My opinions (again, so take with a grain of salt b/c I haven’t applied to nursing school yet).</p>
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<li>Go to a BSN program if you can!!! IMHO, it’s much much better. One, because you’re away from home, which is definitely a HUGE plus, and you’ll get to have the “real” college experience. Two, it’s a slightly more respected degree, so you’ll have an easier time getting jobs and going to grad school (that’s not to say you won’t with a BSN… plus the pay might be slightly higher.). And it will make you a more educated and more well-rounded person…</li>
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<p>YAY!!! I wish I had done this last year… sat down with my parents and seriously discussed the $ before applying to colleges (though this sorta is a moot point now, because I’m probably going to reapply to nursing schools). </p>
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<li>Not sure about this one. Though I do know that it’s getting more and more competitive… Sorry…</li>
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