LPN programs in Newark, NJ
17 schools within 30 miles of Newark, NJ offer practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs, and one is in Newark itself. LPNs in New Jersey earn a median $75,160 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 17
- Closest
- 1 mi
- Public colleges
- 6
- Median pay in NJ
- $75,160
17 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools within 30 mi of Newark, NJ
School results
Essex County College
Newark, NJ · 1.0 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- IT support & networking
- CAD & drafting
- +3
Best Care College
East Orange, NJ · 3.8 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Phlebotomy
Mildred Elley-New York Campus
New York, NY · 8.4 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Massage therapy
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UCNJ Union College of Union County, New Jersey
Cranford, NJ · 8.6 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Automotive technician
- EMT & paramedic
- +7
Berkeley College-Woodland Park
Woodland Park, NJ · 12 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +3
CUNY LaGuardia Community College
Long Island City, NY · 13 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- EMT & paramedic
- IT support & networking
- +4
Eastwick College-Hackensack
Hackensack, NJ · 13 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
Lincoln Technical Institute-Iselin
Iselin, NJ · 13 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +2
CUNY Hostos Community College
Bronx, NY · 14 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Dental hygienist
- Police academy & criminal justice
Lincoln Technical Institute-Paramus
Paramus, NJ · 14 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +1
Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing
Englewood Cliffs, NJ · 16 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
Monroe University
Bronx, NY · 17 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Culinary arts
- +4
Transitions Career Institute School of Nursing
College Point, NY · 18 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
Eastwick College-Ramsey
Ramsey, NJ · 23 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Surgical technologist
- +1
Rockland County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
West Nyack, NY · 29 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
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 Newark?
The closest are Essex County College (Newark, 1 mi), Best Care College (East Orange, 4 mi), and Mildred Elley-New York Campus (New York, 8 mi). In total, 17 schools within 30 miles teach practical nursing (LPN/LVN).
How much do practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs near Newark cost?
For the 15 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,436 to $41,569. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do LPNs make near Newark?
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 Newark?
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
- New York, NY (13 mi)
- Paterson (13 mi)
- Denville (19 mi)
- New Brunswick (22 mi)
- Yonkers, NY (22 mi)
- Spring Valley, NY (28 mi)
- Hempstead, NY (29 mi)
- Long Branch (31 mi)