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LPN Programs in Maine

2 accredited Maine schools graduated 35 LPN students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what LPNs earn in Maine.

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

Schools
22 cities
Lowest published cost
—credit-hour pricing
Graduates 2023–24
35
Maine median pay
$73,200+$8,800 vs U.S.

LPN Programs in Presque Isle, ME 1 school

Northern Maine Community College

33 Edgemont Dr, Presque Isle, ME 04769
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
23
College tuition
$2,880/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Presque Isle that reported 23 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,880 ($5,760 out of state).

LPN Programs in Lewiston, ME 1 school

Maine College of Health Professions

70 Middle Street, Lewiston, ME 04240
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
12
College tuition
$16,037/yr
Length
1-2 years

Private nonprofit four-year institution in Lewiston that reported 12 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $16,037.

How to get LPN certified in Maine

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

LPN Programs in Maine: FAQ

How many LPN programs are in Maine?

We list 2 accredited Maine schools that graduated LPN students in 2023–24, 1 of them public. Together they awarded 35 LPN credentials that year.

How much do lpn programs cost in Maine?

Most Maine 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 $9,459; a short certificate typically costs a fraction of that.

How much do LPNs make in Maine?

The median licensed practical nurse in Maine earns $73,200 a year ($35.19 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $64,400 nationally. The top 10% earn $82,600 or more.

Which Maine school trains the most LPNs?

Northern Maine Community College in Presque Isle reported the most LPN graduates in Maine: 23 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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