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LPN Programs in Indiana

3 accredited Indiana schools graduated 1,257 LPN students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what LPNs earn in Indiana.

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

Schools
33 cities
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
1,257
Indiana median pay
$65,720+$1,320 vs U.S.

LPN Programs in Indianapolis, IN 1 school

Ivy Tech Community College

50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N. Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
1,209
College tuition
$4,912/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Indianapolis that reported 1,209 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,912 ($9,465 out of state).

LPN Programs in Vincennes, IN 1 school

Vincennes University

1002 N First St, Vincennes, IN 47591
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
30
College tuition
$6,330/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public four-year institution in Vincennes that reported 30 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $6,330 ($15,733 out of state).

LPN Programs in Jeffersonville, IN 1 school

Caris College

2780 Jefferson Centre Way, Suite 103, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
18
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

18 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college.

How to get LPN certified in Indiana

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

LPN Programs in Indiana: FAQ

How many LPN programs are in Indiana?

We list 3 accredited Indiana schools that graduated LPN students in 2023–24, 2 of them public. Together they awarded 1,257 LPN credentials that year.

How much do lpn programs cost in Indiana?

Most Indiana 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 $5,621; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do LPNs make in Indiana?

The median licensed practical nurse in Indiana earns $65,720 a year ($31.60 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $64,400 nationally. The top 10% earn $77,220 or more.

Which Indiana school trains the most LPNs?

Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis reported the most LPN graduates in Indiana: 1,209 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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