LPN programs in Oregon

Looking for practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools in Oregon? There are 9, including 7 public colleges and 2 private career schools. LPNs in Oregon earn a median $80,470 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
9
Public colleges
7
Median pay in OR
$80,470
Cities with schools
1

9 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools

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  1. Central Oregon Community College

    Bend, OR · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +17
  2. Chemeketa Community College

    Salem, OR · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +12
  3. Institute of Technology

    Salem, OR · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
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  5. Lane Community College

    Eugene, OR · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +15
  6. Oregon Coast Community College

    Newport, OR · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
  7. Rogue Community College

    Grants Pass, OR · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +16
  8. Southwestern Oregon Community College

    Coos Bay, OR · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
    • +7
  9. Sumner College

    Portland, OR · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
  10. Umpqua Community College

    Roseburg, OR · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +7

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What LPNs earn in Oregon

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

Median pay
$80,470
$38.69 an hour
Typical range
$64,000–$98,990
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in OR
4,260
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 Oregon?

We list 9 schools in Oregon with practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs: 7 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Salem, Bend, Coos Bay, Portland, and Eugene.

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

Yes. 7 public colleges in Oregon 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 Oregon?

Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,666 to $37,376. 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 Oregon?

The median pay for LPNs in Oregon is $80,470 a year, and most earn between $64,000 and $98,990, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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.