LPN programs in New Brunswick, NJ
7 schools within 30 miles of New Brunswick, NJ offer practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs, and the closest is Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin in Iselin, 9 miles away. LPNs in New Jersey earn a median $75,160 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 7
- Closest
- 9 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in NJ
- $75,160
7 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools within 30 mi of New Brunswick, NJ
School results
Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin
Iselin, NJ · 8.7 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +2
UCNJ Union College of Union County, New Jersey
Cranford, NJ · 14 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Automotive technician
- EMT & paramedic
- +7
Essex County College
Newark, NJ · 22 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- IT support & networking
- CAD & drafting
- +3
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Best Care College
East Orange, NJ · 23 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Phlebotomy
Mildred Elley-New York Campus
New York, NY · 27 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Massage therapy
What LPNs earn in New Jersey
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $75,160
- $36.13 an hour
- Typical range
- $63,210–$85,400
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NJ
- 17,410
- 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 New Brunswick?
The closest are Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin (Iselin, 9 mi), UCNJ Union College of Union County, New Jersey (Cranford, 14 mi), and Essex County College (Newark, 22 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach practical nursing (LPN/LVN).
How much do practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs near New Brunswick cost?
For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,436 to $37,819. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do LPNs make near New Brunswick?
Across New Jersey, the median pay is $75,160 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 New Brunswick?
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.
LPN programs in nearby cities
- Princeton (15 mi)
- Newark (22 mi)
- Trenton (25 mi)
- Denville (27 mi)
- Long Branch (27 mi)
- New York, NY (29 mi)
- Paterson (33 mi)
- Easton, PA (43 mi)
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