LPN programs in South Dakota

Looking for practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools in South Dakota? There are 4, including 4 public colleges. LPNs in South Dakota earn a median $52,750 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
4
Public colleges
4
Median pay in SD
$52,750

4 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools

School results

  1. Lake Area Technical College

    Watertown, SD · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +17

  2. Mitchell Technical College

    Mitchell, SD · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  3. Southeast Technical College

    Sioux Falls, SD · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

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  5. Western Dakota Technical College

    Rapid City, SD · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

What LPNs earn in South Dakota

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

LPN salary in South DakotaHow to become an LPN

Median pay
$52,750
$25.36 an hour
Typical range
$40,770–$67,700
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in SD
2,050
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 South Dakota?

We list 4 schools in South Dakota with practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs: 4 public colleges. Campuses are in Sioux Falls, Rapid City, Watertown, and Mitchell.

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

Yes. 4 public colleges in South 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 South Dakota?

Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $12,670 to $17,400. 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 South Dakota?

The median pay for LPNs in South Dakota is $52,750 a year, and most earn between $40,770 and $67,700, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a practical nursing (LPN/LVN) school in South 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.

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