LPN programs in Chicago, IL

7 schools within 30 miles of Chicago, IL offer practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs, and one is in Chicago itself. LPNs in Illinois earn a median $75,000 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
7
Closest
3 mi
Public colleges
6
Median pay in IL
$75,000

7 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools within 30 mi of Chicago, IL

School results

  1. City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College

    Chicago, IL · 2.9 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +11

  2. Morton College

    Cicero, IL · 4.1 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +8

  3. Moraine Valley Community College

    Palos Hills, IL · 13 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15

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  5. Verve College

    Oak Brook, IL · 15 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)

  6. Oakton College

    Des Plaines, IL · 19 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14

  7. College of DuPage

    Glen Ellyn, IL · 20 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  8. William Rainey Harper College

    Palatine, IL · 26 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +20

What LPNs earn in Illinois

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

LPN salary in IllinoisHow to become an LPN

Median pay
$75,000
$36.06 an hour
Typical range
$58,880–$89,810
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IL
17,440
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

What are the closest practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools to Chicago?

The closest are City Colleges of Chicago - Malcolm X College (Chicago, 3 mi), Morton College (Cicero, 4 mi), and Moraine Valley Community College (Palos Hills, 13 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach practical nursing (LPN/LVN).

How much do practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs near Chicago cost?

For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,829 to $11,607. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do LPNs make near Chicago?

Across Illinois, the median pay is $75,000 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a practical nursing (LPN/LVN) school in Chicago?

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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