LPN programs in Katy, TX

3 schools within 30 miles of Katy, TX offer practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs, and the closest is The Vocational Nursing Institute Inc. in Houston, 17 miles away. LPNs in Texas earn a median $62,240 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
17 mi
Public colleges
1
Median pay in TX
$62,240

3 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools within 30 mi of Katy, TX

School results

  1. The Vocational Nursing Institute Inc.

    Houston, TX · 17 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
  2. The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest

    Houston, TX · 22 mi · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +4
  3. Houston Community College

    Houston, TX · 28 mi · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

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 Katy?

The closest are The Vocational Nursing Institute Inc. (Houston, 17 mi), The College of Health Care Professions-Northwest (Houston, 22 mi), and Houston Community College (Houston, 28 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach practical nursing (LPN/LVN).

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

For the 2 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,737 to $27,830. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do LPNs make near Katy?

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 Katy?

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.