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LPN Programs in Alaska

1 accredited Alaska school graduated 26 LPN students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what LPNs earn in Alaska.

Updated October 2026 · Data: IPEDS 2023–24, BLS May 2025

Schools
11 city
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
26
Alaska median pay
$80,800+$16,400 vs U.S.

LPN Programs in Anchorage, AK 1 school

Alaska Pacific University

4101 University Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508
Private nonprofit Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
26
College tuition
$20,350/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This private nonprofit four-year institution in Anchorage Municipality graduated 26 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $20,350.

How to get LPN certified in Alaska

  1. Finish a state-approved practical nursing program, usually a certificate or diploma from a community college or technical school.
  2. Apply to your state board of nursing for licensure by examination.
  3. Pass the NCLEX-PN.
  4. Renew your license on your state’s schedule, including any continuing-education requirements.

Rules differ by state. Confirm current Alaska requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

LPN Programs in Alaska: FAQ

How many LPN programs are in Alaska?

We list 1 accredited Alaska schools that graduated LPN students in 2023–24, 0 of them public. Together they awarded 26 LPN credentials that year.

How much do lpn programs cost in Alaska?

Most Alaska schools on this list are colleges that charge by the credit hour rather than a flat program price. Their median annual in-district tuition is $20,350; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do LPNs make in Alaska?

The median licensed practical nurse in Alaska earns $80,800 a year ($38.85 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $64,400 nationally. The top 10% earn $96,700 or more.

Which Alaska school trains the most LPNs?

Alaska Pacific University in Anchorage reported the most LPN graduates in Alaska: 26 in 2023–24.

How long does LPN training take?

State-approved practical nursing programs usually take about a year of full-time study; part-time and associate-degree routes take longer.

What exam do LPNs take?

The NCLEX-PN, the national licensing exam for practical nurses.

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