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LPN Programs in Virginia

28 accredited Virginia schools graduated 1,525 LPN students in 2023–24. Compare them by city below, with published costs, program length and what LPNs earn in Virginia.

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

Schools
2819 cities
Lowest published cost
$2,794median $2,794
Graduates 2023–24
1,525
Virginia median pay
$64,920+$520 vs U.S.

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LPN Programs in Virginia Beach, VA 6 schools

ECPI University

5555 Greenwich Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
747
College tuition
$17,424/yr
Length
1-2 years

747 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit four-year institution, the most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $17,424.

Rappahannock Community College

12745 College Drive, Glenns, VA 23149
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
132
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Glenns that reported 132 LPN graduates in 2023–24, the 2nd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach

301 Centre Pointe Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
116
College tuition
$17,352/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private nonprofit four-year institution in Virginia Beach City graduated 116 LPN students in 2023–24, the 3rd-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $17,352.

Fortis College-Norfolk

6300 Center Dr Bldg 22, Norfolk, VA 23502
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
32
College tuition
$13,818/yr
Length
1-2 years

32 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private for-profit two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $13,818.

Riverside College of Health Careers

316 Main Street, Newport News, VA 23601
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
16
College tuition
$12,596/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private nonprofit four-year institution in Newport News City graduated 16 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $12,596.

Tidewater Community College

121 College Place, Norfolk, VA 23510
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
3
College tuition
$4,818/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Norfolk that reported 3 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,818 ($10,116 out of state).

LPN Programs in Richmond, VA 4 schools

Henrico County-Saint Marys Hospital School of Practical Nursing

1420 North Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23229
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
28
Program cost
$2,794
Length
18 months

Public career school in Richmond that reported 28 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Published tuition and fees plus books and supplies come to $2,794 for a program of about 18 months.

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

1651 East Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
21
College tuition
$4,881/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

21 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,881 ($10,179 out of state).

Fortis College-Richmond

2000 Westmoreland Street, Suite A, Richmond, VA 23230
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
14
College tuition
$14,800/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private for-profit two-year college in Henrico County graduated 14 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $14,800.

Brightpoint Community College

13101 Route 1, Chester, VA 23831
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
13
College tuition
$4,788/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

13 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,788 ($10,086 out of state).

LPN Programs in Danville, VA 2 schools

Medical Solutions Academy

306 Poplar Street, Danville, VA 24541
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
25
College tuition
$4,386/yr
Length
1-2 years

This private for-profit career school in Danville City graduated 25 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,386.

Danville Community College

1008 S Main St, Danville, VA 24541
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
2
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Danville that reported 2 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

LPN Programs in Alberta, VA 1 school

Southside Virginia Community College

109 Campus Drive, Alberta, VA 23821
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
104
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Brunswick County graduated 104 LPN students in 2023–24, the 4th-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

LPN Programs in Locust Grove, VA 1 school

Germanna Community College

2130 Germanna Hwy, Locust Grove, VA 22508
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
67
College tuition
$4,788/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

67 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college, the 5th-most in the state. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,788 ($10,086 out of state).

LPN Programs in Big Stone Gap, VA 1 school

Mountain Empire Community College

3441 Mountain Empire Road, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
34
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Big Stone Gap that reported 34 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

LPN Programs in Roanoke, VA 1 school

Virginia Western Community College

3094 Colonial Ave, Roanoke, VA 24015
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
24
College tuition
$4,818/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Roanoke that reported 24 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,818 ($10,116 out of state).

LPN Programs in Cedar Bluff, VA 1 school

Southwest Virginia Community College

369 College Road US Rt. 19, 6 Miles S. Claypool Hill, Cedar Bluff, VA 24609
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
23
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Tazewell County graduated 23 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

LPN Programs in Melfa, VA 1 school

Eastern Shore Community College

29316 Lankford Hwy, Melfa, VA 23410
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
23
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Accomack County graduated 23 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

LPN Programs in Lynchburg, VA 1 school

Centra College

905 Lakeside Dr., Suite A, Lynchburg, VA 24501
Private nonprofit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
19
College tuition
$8,640/yr
Length
1-2 years

19 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this private nonprofit four-year institution. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $8,640.

LPN Programs in Charlottesville, VA 1 school

Piedmont Virginia Community College

501 College Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22902
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
15
College tuition
$4,788/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

15 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,788 ($10,086 out of state).

LPN Programs in Fredericksburg, VA 1 school

Eastern Virginia Career College

10304 Spotsylvania Ave, Suite 400, Fredericksburg, VA 22408
Private for-profit Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
14
Program cost
Ask school
Length
1-2 years

This private for-profit two-year college in Spotsylvania County graduated 14 LPN students in 2023–24.

LPN Programs in Middletown, VA 1 school

Laurel Ridge Community College

173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA 22645
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
13
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Middletown that reported 13 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

LPN Programs in Dublin, VA 1 school

New River Community College

5251 College Drive, Dublin, VA 24084
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
11
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

11 LPN credentials awarded in 2023–24 at this public two-year college. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

LPN Programs in Wytheville, VA 1 school

Wytheville Community College

1000 E Main Street, Wytheville, VA 24382
Public Certificate (1-2 years)
Graduates '23–24
10
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
1-2 years

This public two-year college in Wythe County graduated 10 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

LPN Programs in Franklin, VA 1 school

Paul D Camp Community College

100 N College Dr, Franklin, VA 23851
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
8
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Franklin that reported 8 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

LPN Programs in Martinsville, VA 1 school

Patrick & Henry Community College

645 Patriot Avenue, Martinsville, VA 24112
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
6
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

Public two-year college in Martinsville that reported 6 LPN graduates in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

LPN Programs in Weyers Cave, VA 1 school

Blue Ridge Community College

One College Lane, Weyers Cave, VA 24486
Public Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
4
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Augusta County graduated 4 LPN students in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

LPN Programs in Abingdon, VA 1 school

Virginia Highlands Community College

100 VHCC Drive, Abingdon, VA 24212
Public Certificate (1-2 years)Certificate (12 weeks to 1 year)
Graduates '23–24
1
College tuition
$4,758/yr
Length
12 weeks to 1 year

This public two-year college in Washington County graduated 1 LPN student in 2023–24. Annual in-district tuition (before fees): $4,758 ($10,056 out of state).

How to get LPN certified in Virginia

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

LPN Programs in Virginia: FAQ

How many LPN programs are in Virginia?

We list 28 accredited Virginia schools that graduated LPN students in 2023–24, 20 of them public. Together they awarded 1,525 LPN credentials that year.

How much do lpn programs cost in Virginia?

1 Virginia schools published a program price. Tuition plus books and supplies ranged from $2,794 to $2,794, with a median of $2,794. Community colleges often charge by credit hour instead, so check each school’s net price calculator.

How much do LPNs make in Virginia?

The median licensed practical nurse in Virginia earns $64,920 a year ($31.21 an hour), according to BLS data for May 2025, versus $64,400 nationally. The top 10% earn $79,170 or more.

Which Virginia school trains the most LPNs?

ECPI University in Virginia Beach reported the most LPN graduates in Virginia: 747 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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