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LPN Programs in Florida

63 accredited Florida schools graduated 1,884 LPN students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what LPNs earn in Florida.

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

Schools
6325 cities
Lowest published cost
$2,340median $7,666
Typical length
53 wkfull-time
Florida median pay
$61,770−$2,630 vs U.S.

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LPN Programs in Miami, FL 15 schools

Medical Institute of Palm Beach

5821-B Lake Worth Road, Greenacres, FL 33463
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
72
Program cost
$25,000
Length
54 weeks

Private for-profit career school in Greenacres that reported 72 LPN graduates in 2023–24, the 3rd-most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $25,000 for a program of about 54 weeks.

Atlantic Technical College

4700 Coconut Creek Parkway, Coconut Creek, FL 33063
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
61
Program cost
$5,972
Length
45 weeks

Public two-year college in Coconut Creek that reported 61 LPN graduates in 2023–24, the 5th-most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $5,972 for a program of about 45 weeks.

Sheridan Technical College

5400 Sheridan St, Hollywood, FL 33021
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
56
Program cost
$5,361
Length
12 months

56 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $5,361 for a program of about 12 months.

Robert Morgan Educational Center and Technical College

18180 SW 122nd Ave, Miami, FL 33177
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (2-4 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
39
Program cost
$6,391
Length
72 weeks

This public two-year college in Miami-Dade County graduated 39 LPN students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $6,391 for a program of about 72 weeks.

William T McFatter Technical College

6500 Nova Drive, Davie, FL 33317
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
36
Program cost
$5,891
Length
45 weeks

36 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $5,891 for a program of about 45 weeks.

Southeastern College-West Palm Beach

1756 North Congress Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
35
College tuition
$22,384/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private for-profit four-year institution in Palm Beach County graduated 35 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $22,384.

Florida Academy of Nursing

3150 SW 145th Ave, Miramar, FL 33027
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
29
Program cost
$25,972
Length
71 weeks

Private for-profit four-year institution in Miramar that reported 29 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $25,972 for a program of about 71 weeks.

HCA Florida Mercy Hospital School of Practical Nursing

3663 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33133
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
27
Program cost
$9,248
Length
48 weeks

27 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit career school. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $9,248 for a program of about 48 weeks.

Miami Dade College

300 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
24
College tuition
$1,987/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Miami that reported 24 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,987 ($7,947 out of state).

Palm Beach State College

4200 Congress Ave, Lake Worth, FL 33461
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
10
College tuition
$3,030/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Palm Beach County graduated 10 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,030 ($10,890 out of state).

Lindsey Hopkins Technical College

750 NW 20 Street, Miami, FL 33127
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
10
Program cost
$4,578
Length
14 months

Public two-year college in Miami that reported 10 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $4,578 for a program of about 14 months.

Fortis College-Cutler Bay

19600 South Dixie Highway, Cutler Bay, FL 33157
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
8
College tuition
$12,936/yr
Length
1-2 years

8 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $12,936.

Chancellor Institute

2900 W Cypress Creek Rd Suite 7, Ft Laurderdale, FL 33309
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
8
Program cost
$26,702
Length
64 weeks

This private for-profit two-year college in Broward County graduated 8 LPN students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $26,702 for a program of about 64 weeks.

Antigua College International

14505 Commerce Way, Miami Lakes, FL 33016
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
2
College tuition
$26,400/yr
Length
1-2 years

Private for-profit four-year institution in Miami Lakes that reported 2 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $26,400.

Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College

5780 NW 158th Street, Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
1
Program cost
$2,340
Length
3 months

This public two-year college in Miami-Dade County graduated 1 LPN student in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $2,340 for a program of about 3 months.

LPN Programs in Tampa, FL 6 schools

ATA Career Education

7351 Spring Hill Drive, Suite 11, Spring Hill, FL 34606
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
52
College tuition
$13,500/yr
Length
1-2 years

52 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $13,500.

Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater

6100 154th Avenue North, Clearwater, FL 33760
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
43
Program cost
$7,708
Length
54 weeks

Public career school in Clearwater that reported 43 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $7,708 for a program of about 54 weeks.

Pinellas Technical College-St. Petersburg

901 34th St S, Saint Petersburg, FL 33711
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
42
Program cost
$7,603
Length
54 weeks

This public career school in Pinellas County graduated 42 LPN students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $7,603 for a program of about 54 weeks.

Erwin Technical College

2010 E. Hillsborough Avenue, Tampa, FL 33610
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
20
Program cost
$6,552
Length
54 weeks

This public two-year college in Hillsborough County graduated 20 LPN students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $6,552 for a program of about 54 weeks.

Pasco-Hernando State College

10230 Ridge Road, New Port Richey, FL 34654
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
19
College tuition
$2,297/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Pasco County graduated 19 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,297 ($9,272 out of state).

Galen College of Nursing-Tampa Bay

10200 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street N, Saint Petersburg, FL 33716
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
15
College tuition
$16,200/yr
Length
1-2 years

Private for-profit four-year institution in Saint Petersburg that reported 15 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $16,200.

LPN Programs in Orlando, FL 4 schools

Lake Technical College

2001 Kurt Street, Eustis, FL 32726
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
60
Program cost
$7,623
Length
42 weeks

This public career school in Lake County graduated 60 LPN students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $7,623 for a program of about 42 weeks.

Gwinnett Institute

1900 North Alafaya Trail Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32826
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
50
Program cost
$28,090
Length
60 weeks

This private for-profit four-year institution in Orange County graduated 50 LPN students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $28,090 for a program of about 60 weeks.

Orange Technical College

301 W Amelia Street, Orlando, FL 32801
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
42
Program cost
$6,001
Length
52 weeks

42 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $6,001 for a program of about 52 weeks.

Osceola Technical College

501 Simpson Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34744
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
35
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

Public career school in Kissimmee that reported 35 LPN graduates in 2023–24.

LPN Programs in Jacksonville, FL 4 schools

First Coast Technical College

2980 Collins Ave, Saint Augustine, FL 32084
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
62
Program cost
$7,869
Length
56 weeks

62 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public career school, the 4th-most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $7,869 for a program of about 56 weeks.

Florida State College at Jacksonville

501 W State St, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
44
College tuition
$2,095/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Duval County graduated 44 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,095 ($7,947 out of state).

Jacksonville University

2800 University Blvd N, Jacksonville, FL 32211
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
25
College tuition
$45,050/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private nonprofit four-year institution in Duval County graduated 25 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $45,050.

Fortis College-Orange Park

700 Blanding Blvd. Suite 16, Orange Park, FL 32065
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
20
College tuition
$14,102/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private for-profit two-year college in Clay County graduated 20 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $14,102.

LPN Programs in Panama City, FL 3 schools

Gulf Coast State College

5230 West U.S. Highway 98, Panama City, FL 32401
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
34
College tuition
$1,750/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Panama City that reported 34 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,750 ($7,065 out of state).

Tom P. Haney Technical College

3016 Hwy 77 N, Panama City, FL 32405
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
25
Program cost
$5,635
Length
12 months

Public career school in Panama City that reported 25 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $5,635 for a program of about 12 months.

Florida Panhandle Technical College

757 Hoyt Street, Chipley, FL 32428
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
22
Program cost
$5,506
Length
45 weeks

This public career school in Washington County graduated 22 LPN students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $5,506 for a program of about 45 weeks.

LPN Programs in Pensacola, FL 3 schools

Pensacola State College

1000 College Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32504
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
23
College tuition
$1,871/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Pensacola that reported 23 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,871 ($7,483 out of state).

Fortis Institute-Pensacola

4081 E Olive Rd Ste B, Pensacola, FL 32514
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
20
College tuition
$14,511/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private for-profit two-year college in Escambia County graduated 20 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $14,511.

Radford M Locklin Technical College

5330 Berryhill Rd, Milton, FL 32570
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
14
Program cost
$6,198
Length
12 months

Public two-year college in Milton that reported 14 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $6,198 for a program of about 12 months.

LPN Programs in Ocala, FL 2 schools

Rasmussen University-Florida

1227 SW 17th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34471
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
116
College tuition
$13,452/yr
Length
1-2 years

Private for-profit four-year institution in Ocala that reported 116 LPN graduates in 2023–24, the most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $13,452.

Marion Technical College

1014 SW 7th Rd, Ocala, FL 34471
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
27
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

27 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college.

LPN Programs in North Port, FL 2 schools

Suncoast Technical College

4748 Beneva Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
83
Program cost
$8,104
Length
52 weeks

This public two-year college in Sarasota County graduated 83 LPN students in 2023–24, the 2nd-most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $8,104 for a program of about 52 weeks.

Manatee Technical College

6305 State Rd 70 East, Bradenton, FL 34203
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
35
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Manatee County graduated 35 LPN students in 2023–24.

LPN Programs in Naples, FL 2 schools

Lorenzo Walker Technical College

3702 Estey Avenue, Naples, FL 34104
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
47
Program cost
$9,167
Length
56 weeks

47 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public career school. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $9,167 for a program of about 56 weeks.

Immokalee Technical College

508 N 9th St, Immokalee, FL 34142
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
38
Program cost
$8,650
Length
54 weeks

38 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $8,650 for a program of about 54 weeks.

LPN Programs in Lakeland, FL 2 schools

Ridge Technical College

7700 State Rd 544, Winter Haven, FL 33881
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
40
College tuition
$3,800/yr
Length
1-2 years

40 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public career school. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,800 ($10,368 out of state).

Traviss Technical College

3225 Winter Lake Rd, Lakeland, FL 33803
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
19
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

Public career school in Lakeland that reported 19 LPN graduates in 2023–24.

LPN Programs in Crestview, FL 2 schools

Okaloosa Technical College

1976 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
33
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

This public career school in Okaloosa County graduated 33 LPN students in 2023–24.

Emerald Coast Technical College

761 N 20th St, DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
15
Program cost
$9,000
Length
45 weeks

15 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public career school. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $9,000 for a program of about 45 weeks.

LPN Programs in Port St. Lucie, FL 2 schools

Fortis Institute-Port Saint Lucie

9022 South US Highway 1, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
27
College tuition
$13,817/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private for-profit two-year college in St. Lucie County graduated 27 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $13,817.

Indian River State College

3209 Virginia Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34981
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
17
College tuition
$2,496/yr
Length
1-2 years

17 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,496 ($9,360 out of state).

LPN Programs in Cape Coral, FL 2 schools

Cape Coral Technical College

360 Santa Barbara Blvd North, Cape Coral, FL 33993
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
23
Program cost
$7,716
Length
12 months

23 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public career school. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $7,716 for a program of about 12 months.

Fort Myers Technical College

3800 Michigan Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
20
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Fort Myers that reported 20 LPN graduates in 2023–24.

LPN Programs in Gainesville, FL 2 schools

Galen Health Institutes-Gainesville

7001 SW 24th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32607
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
30
College tuition
$16,200/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private for-profit four-year institution in Alachua County graduated 30 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $16,200.

Santa Fe College

3000 Northwest 83rd Street, Gainesville, FL 32606
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
11
College tuition
$1,872/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Alachua County graduated 11 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $1,872 ($7,418 out of state).

LPN Programs in Deltona, FL 2 schools

Daytona College

425 South Nova Road, Ormond Beach, FL 32174
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
12
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

Private for-profit four-year institution in Ormond Beach that reported 12 LPN graduates in 2023–24.

Daytona State College

1200 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
9
College tuition
$3,072/yr
Length
1-2 years

9 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,072 ($11,960 out of state).

LPN Programs in Port Charlotte, FL 1 school

Charlotte Technical College

18150 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte, FL 33948
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
41
College tuition
$3,000/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public career school in Charlotte County graduated 41 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,000 ($12,000 out of state).

LPN Programs in Melbourne, FL 1 school

Eastern Florida State College

3865 North Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
22
College tuition
$2,048/yr
Length
1-2 years

22 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,048 ($8,399 out of state).

LPN Programs in Vero Beach, FL 1 school

Treasure Coast Technical College

4680 28th Court, Vero Beach, FL 32967
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
21
Program cost
$8,968
Length
46 weeks

This public career school in Indian River County graduated 21 LPN students in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $8,968 for a program of about 46 weeks.

LPN Programs in Avon Park, FL 1 school

South Florida State College

600 W College Dr, Avon Park, FL 33825
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
20
College tuition
$3,135/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Highlands County graduated 20 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,135 ($11,829 out of state).

LPN Programs in Lake City, FL 1 school

Florida Gateway College

Highway 90 East, Lake City, FL 32025
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
18
College tuition
$2,369/yr
Length
1-2 years

18 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,369 ($9,473 out of state).

LPN Programs in Live Oak, FL 1 school

Riveroak Technical College

415 SW Pinewood Dr, Live Oak, FL 32064
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
17
Program cost
$8,395
Length
44 weeks

17 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $8,395 for a program of about 44 weeks.

LPN Programs in Palatka, FL 1 school

Saint Johns River State College

5001 Saint Johns Ave, Palatka, FL 32177
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
17
College tuition
$2,067/yr
Length
1-2 years

17 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,067 ($8,408 out of state).

LPN Programs in Tallahassee, FL 1 school

Lively Technical College

500 N Appleyard Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32304
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
17
Program cost
$7,011
Length
12 months

Public career school in Tallahassee that reported 17 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $7,011 for a program of about 12 months.

LPN Programs in Inverness, FL 1 school

Withlacoochee Technical College

1201 W Main St, Inverness, FL 34450
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
14
Program cost
$6,605
Length
10 months

14 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $6,605 for a program of about 10 months.

LPN Programs in Starke, FL 1 school

North Florida Technical College

609 N Orange St, Starke, FL 32091
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
10
Program cost
$8,591
Length
43 weeks

10 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public career school. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $8,591 for a program of about 43 weeks.

How to get LPN certified in Florida

  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 Florida requirements with the relevant state board or registry before you enroll.

LPN Programs in Florida: FAQ

How many LPN programs are in Florida?

We list 63 accredited Florida schools that graduated LPN students in 2023–24, 46 of them public. Together they awarded 1,884 LPN credentials that year.

How much do lpn programs cost in Florida?

30 Florida schools published a program price. Tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $2,340 to $28,090, with a median of $7,666. Community colleges often charge by credit hour instead, so check each school’s net price calculator.

How much do LPNs make in Florida?

The median licensed practical nurse in Florida earns $61,770 a year ($29.70 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $64,400 nationally. The top 10% earn $74,320 or more.

Which Florida school trains the most LPNs?

Rasmussen University-Florida in Ocala reported the most LPN graduates in Florida: 116 in 2023–24.

How long do lpn programs take in Florida?

Among Florida programs that reported a schedule, the median length is about 53 weeks of full-time study. 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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