Should I go back to the Philippines to finish my BSN, or stay in the U.S.?
I'm looking for honest advice from anyone who's been in a similar situation.
I completed most of my BSN in the Philippines years ago but immigrated to the U.S. before graduating. I'm now an LPN in Arizona and want to become an RN as quickly as possible.
I'm wondering if it would be smarter to go back to the Philippines, finish my BSN (if my school lets me), and then come back to the U.S., or just stay here and complete an LPN-to-RN bridge.
Has anyone done this or known someone who has?
What happened after they graduated in the Philippines? Were they able to get licensed in the U.S., or did they still have to complete additional coursework?
If you were in my situation, what would you do and why?
I appreciate any advice or personal experiences.
Posted Jul 9, 2026, 7:46 PM UTC