LPN Programs in Iowa

Iowa has 15 schools with LPN programs in this directory: 15 public and 0 private. Together they graduated 2,402 students from these programs in the latest federal count.

Graduates earned a median of $45,478 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.

The largest programs by graduates are at Des Moines Area Community College, Kirkwood Community College and Western Iowa Tech Community College.

15
Schools with this program
2,402
Graduates last year
$45,478
Median earnings, 1 yr after

All 15 LPN programs in Iowa

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Ellsworth Community College

Iowa Falls, IA

Award
Certificate
Tuition (in-state, yearly)
$5,664
Graduates last year
20
Median earnings, 1 yr
$54,956
Type
Public

Common questions

How much do LPN graduates earn?

Across 5 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $45,478 one year after finishing (U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard). Earnings vary by program and local labor market.

Are there public LPN programs in Iowa?

Yes. 15 public schools offer it, including Des Moines Area Community College, Kirkwood Community College, Western Iowa Tech Community College, Iowa Central Community College and Iowa Western Community College.

Data: U.S. Department of Education: IPEDS 2024-25 and College Scorecard (October 2026 release). Listings change; confirm details with the school before you go. How this directory is built.