LPN programs in Dallas, TX

6 schools within 30 miles of Dallas, TX offer practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs, and one is in Dallas itself. LPNs in Texas earn a median $62,240 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
6
Closest
2 mi
Public colleges
2
Median pay in TX
$62,240

6 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools within 30 mi of Dallas, TX

School results

  1. Dallas College

    Dallas, TX · 2.5 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +25
  2. The Chicago School-College of Nursing

    Richardson, TX · 13 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
  3. Fortis Institute - Grand Prairie

    Grand Prairie, TX · 14 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • Surgical technologist
    • +2
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  5. Galen Health Institutes-Dallas

    Richardson, TX · 14 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
  6. Arlington Career Institute

    Arlington, TX · 18 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
  7. Collin County Community College District

    McKinney, TX · 27 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +21

What LPNs earn in Texas

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

Median pay
$62,240
$29.92 an hour
Typical range
$48,910–$76,140
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in TX
57,560
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 Dallas?

The closest are Dallas College (Dallas, 2 mi), The Chicago School-College of Nursing (Richardson, 13 mi), and Fortis Institute - Grand Prairie (Grand Prairie, 14 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach practical nursing (LPN/LVN).

How much do practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs near Dallas cost?

For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,214 to $30,998. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do LPNs make near Dallas?

Across Texas, the median pay is $62,240 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 Dallas?

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.