LPN programs in Louisville, KY
5 schools within 30 miles of Louisville, KY offer practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs, and 4 are in Louisville itself. LPNs in Kentucky earn a median $60,460 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 5
- Closest
- 4 mi
- Public colleges
- 1
- Median pay in KY
- $60,460
5 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools within 30 mi of Louisville, KY
School results
Sullivan University
Louisville, KY · 3.5 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +8
ATA College - Louisville
Louisville, KY · 6.1 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- +2
MedQuest College
Louisville, KY · 6.2 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- +3
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Jefferson Community & Technical College
Louisville, KY · 8.0 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +23
Caris College
Jeffersonville, IN · 12 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Dental assistant
- +2
What LPNs earn in Kentucky
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $60,460
- $29.07 an hour
- Typical range
- $48,420–$73,220
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in KY
- 8,570
- 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 Louisville?
The closest are Sullivan University (Louisville, 4 mi), ATA College - Louisville (Louisville, 6 mi), and MedQuest College (Louisville, 6 mi). In total, 5 schools within 30 miles teach practical nursing (LPN/LVN).
How much do practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs near Louisville cost?
For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $6,376 to $28,611. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do LPNs make near Louisville?
Across Kentucky, the median pay is $60,460 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 Louisville?
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.