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LPN Programs in Michigan

25 accredited Michigan schools graduated 1,074 LPN students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what LPNs earn in Michigan.

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

Schools
2515 cities
Lowest published cost
$29,900median $29,935
Typical length
47 wkfull-time
Michigan median pay
$65,460+$1,060 vs U.S.

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LPN Programs in Detroit, MI 10 schools

Dorsey College

31739 John R Road, Madison Heights, MI 48071
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
117
College tuition
$29,760/yr
Length
1-2 years

117 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college, the 2nd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $29,760.

Dorsey College-Roseville

31450 Gratiot Avenue, Roseville, MI 48066
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
81
College tuition
$29,760/yr
Length
1-2 years

81 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college, the 4th-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $29,760.

Detroit Business Institute-Downriver

19100 Fort St, Riverview, MI 48193
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
73
Program cost
$29,970
Length
45 weeks

This private for-profit career school in Wayne County graduated 73 LPN students in 2023–24, the 5th-most in the state. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $29,970 for a program of about 45 weeks.

Dorsey College-Wayne

35005 Michigan Avenue, Wayne, MI 48184
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
69
College tuition
$29,760/yr
Length
1-2 years

Private for-profit career school in Wayne that reported 69 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $29,760.

Abcott Institute

16250 Northland Drive, Suite 205, Southfield, MI 48075
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
60
Program cost
$29,900
Length
48 weeks

60 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit career school. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $29,900 for a program of about 48 weeks.

Schoolcraft Community College District

18600 Haggerty Road, Livonia, MI 48152
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
32
College tuition
$3,510/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Wayne County graduated 32 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,510 ($6,968 out of state).

Dorsey College-Woodhaven

19810 West Road, Woodhaven, MI 48183
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
29
College tuition
$29,760/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private for-profit career school in Wayne County graduated 29 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $29,760.

St Clair County Community College

323 Erie Street, Port Huron, MI 48061
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
27
College tuition
$5,076/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Port Huron that reported 27 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $5,076 ($11,826 out of state).

Wayne County Community College District

801 W. Fort Street, Detroit, MI 48226
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
24
College tuition
$2,688/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Wayne County graduated 24 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,688 ($3,643 out of state).

Oakland Community College

2900 Featherstone Road, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
1
College tuition
$2,800/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Auburn Hills that reported 1 LPN graduate in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $2,800 ($5,340 out of state).

LPN Programs in Grand Rapids, MI 2 schools

Grand Rapids Community College

143 Bostwick Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
47
College tuition
$3,600/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Grand Rapids that reported 47 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,600 ($11,400 out of state).

Davenport University

6191 Kraft Avenue S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
6
College tuition
$22,272/yr
Length
1-2 years

6 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $22,272.

LPN Programs in Battle Creek, MI 1 school

Kellogg Community College

450 North Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49017
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
127
College tuition
$3,150/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Battle Creek that reported 127 LPN graduates in 2023–24, the most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,150 ($7,254 out of state).

LPN Programs in Lansing, MI 1 school

Lansing Community College

610 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI 48933
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
103
College tuition
$3,510/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Ingham County graduated 103 LPN students in 2023–24, the 3rd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,510 ($10,530 out of state).

LPN Programs in Saginaw, MI 1 school

Dorsey College-Saginaw

4390 Bay Rd, Saginaw, MI 48603
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
63
College tuition
$29,760/yr
Length
1-2 years

63 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit career school. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $29,760.

LPN Programs in Muskegon, MI 1 school

Muskegon Community College

221 S Quarterline Rd, Muskegon, MI 49442
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
62
College tuition
$5,200/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Muskegon that reported 62 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $5,200 ($13,600 out of state).

LPN Programs in University Center, MI 1 school

Delta College

1961 Delta Road, University Center, MI 48710
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
27
College tuition
$3,810/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

27 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,810 ($6,720 out of state).

LPN Programs in Ironwood, MI 1 school

Gogebic Community College

E4946 Jackson Rd, Ironwood, MI 49938
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
24
College tuition
$4,278/yr
Length
1-2 years

24 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,278 ($7,006 out of state).

LPN Programs in Alpena, MI 1 school

Alpena Community College

665 Johnson St, Alpena, MI 49707
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
19
College tuition
$6,150/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Alpena County graduated 19 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $6,150 ($7,485 out of state).

LPN Programs in Kalamazoo, MI 1 school

Kalamazoo Valley Community College

6767 West O Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49003
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
19
College tuition
$3,720/yr
Length
1-2 years

Public two-year college in Kalamazoo that reported 19 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,720 ($8,550 out of state).

LPN Programs in Scottville, MI 1 school

West Shore Community College

3000 N Stiles Rd, Scottville, MI 49454
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
19
College tuition
$3,600/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Mason County graduated 19 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,600 ($7,950 out of state).

LPN Programs in Jackson, MI 1 school

Jackson College

2111 Emmons Rd, Jackson, MI 49201
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
14
College tuition
$5,555/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Jackson County graduated 14 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $5,555 ($8,310 out of state).

LPN Programs in Traverse City, MI 1 school

Northwestern Michigan College

1701 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49686
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
14
College tuition
$4,148/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public four-year institution in Grand Traverse County graduated 14 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,148 ($11,560 out of state).

LPN Programs in Monroe, MI 1 school

Monroe County Community College

1555 South Raisinville Road, Monroe, MI 48161
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Associate degree
Graduates '23–24
9
College tuition
$3,736/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Monroe County graduated 9 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $3,736 ($7,394 out of state).

LPN Programs in Escanaba, MI 1 school

Bay de Noc Community College

2001 N Lincoln Road, Escanaba, MI 49829
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
8
College tuition
$4,650/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Delta County graduated 8 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,650 ($9,796 out of state).

How to get LPN certified in Michigan

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

LPN Programs in Michigan: FAQ

How many LPN programs are in Michigan?

We list 25 accredited Michigan schools that graduated LPN students in 2023–24, 17 of them public. Together they awarded 1,074 LPN credentials that year.

How much do lpn programs cost in Michigan?

2 Michigan schools published a program price. Tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $29,900 to $29,970, with a median of $29,935. Community colleges often charge by credit hour instead, so check each school’s net price calculator.

How much do LPNs make in Michigan?

The median licensed practical nurse in Michigan earns $65,460 a year ($31.47 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $64,400 nationally. The top 10% earn $77,780 or more.

Which Michigan school trains the most LPNs?

Kellogg Community College in Battle Creek reported the most LPN graduates in Michigan: 127 in 2023–24.

How long do lpn programs take in Michigan?

Among Michigan programs that reported a schedule, the median length is about 47 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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