LPN programs in Colorado
We found 12 schools offering practical nursing (LPN/LVN) training in Colorado, with campuses in Aurora, Greeley, Rangely, and Trinidad and more. LPNs in Colorado earn a median $73,880 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 12
- Public colleges
- 11
- Median pay in CO
- $73,880
- Cities with schools
- 4
12 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools
School results
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +20
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Rangely, CO · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Automotive technician
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +6
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Emily Griffith Technical College
Denver, CO · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- HVAC technician
- Carpentry
- +14
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +18
Morgan Community College
Fort Morgan, CO · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +10
Northeastern Junior College
Sterling, CO · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +7
Pima Medical Institute-Aurora
Aurora, CO · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- +1
LPN programs by city
- Denver (4 within 30 mi)
- Arvada (4 within 30 mi)
- Longmont (3 within 30 mi)
- Castle Rock (3 within 30 mi)
What LPNs earn in Colorado
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $73,880
- $35.52 an hour
- Typical range
- $50,820–$84,440
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CO
- 4,920
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +3%
- 51,800 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools are in Colorado?
We list 12 schools in Colorado with practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs: 11 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Aurora, Greeley, Rangely, Trinidad, and Grand Junction.
Are there community college practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs in Colorado?
Yes. 11 public colleges in Colorado offer practical nursing (LPN/LVN). Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does practical nursing (LPN/LVN) school cost in Colorado?
Among the 12 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,600 to $23,255. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do LPNs make in Colorado?
The median pay for LPNs in Colorado is $73,880 a year, and most earn between $50,820 and $84,440, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a practical nursing (LPN/LVN) school in Colorado?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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