LPN programs in New Mexico
Looking for practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools in New Mexico? There are 8, including 5 public colleges and 3 private career schools. LPNs in New Mexico earn a median $59,330 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 8
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in NM
- $59,330
- Cities with schools
- 1
8 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools
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Brookline College-Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
Carrington College - Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +3
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New Mexico Junior College
Hobbs, NM · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +3
New Mexico State University - Dona Ana
Las Cruces, NM · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +22
Pima Medical Institute - Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +6
Santa Fe Community College
Santa Fe, NM · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +18
LPN programs by city
- Albuquerque (3 within 30 mi)
What LPNs earn in New Mexico
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $59,330
- $28.52 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,090–$78,110
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in NM
- 2,460
- 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 New Mexico?
We list 8 schools in New Mexico with practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs: 5 public colleges and 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Albuquerque, Clovis, Las Vegas, Hobbs, and Las Cruces.
Are there community college practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs in New Mexico?
Yes. 5 public colleges in New Mexico 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 New Mexico?
Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,230 to $49,030. 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 New Mexico?
The median pay for LPNs in New Mexico is $59,330 a year, and most earn between $38,090 and $78,110, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a practical nursing (LPN/LVN) school in New Mexico?
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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