LPN programs in North Dakota

We found 6 schools offering practical nursing (LPN/LVN) training in North Dakota, with campuses in Williston, Bismarck, Bottineau, and Devils Lake and more. LPNs in North Dakota earn a median $62,300 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
6
Public colleges
6
Median pay in ND
$62,300

6 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools

School results

  1. Bismarck State College

    Bismarck, ND · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12
  2. Dakota College at Bottineau

    Bottineau, ND · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +3
  3. Lake Region State College

    Devils Lake, ND · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +4
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  5. North Dakota State College of Science

    Wahpeton, ND · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17
  6. Sitting Bull College

    Fort Yates, ND · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +4
  7. Williston State College

    Williston, ND · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +4

What LPNs earn in North Dakota

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

Median pay
$62,300
$29.95 an hour
Typical range
$50,950–$74,130
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in ND
1,920
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 North Dakota?

We list 6 schools in North Dakota with practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs: 6 public colleges. Campuses are in Williston, Bismarck, Bottineau, Devils Lake, and Wahpeton.

Are there community college practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs in North Dakota?

Yes. 6 public colleges in North Dakota 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 North Dakota?

Among the 6 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,605 to $13,577. 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 North Dakota?

The median pay for LPNs in North Dakota is $62,300 a year, and most earn between $50,950 and $74,130, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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.