LPN programs in Virginia

Looking for practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools in Virginia? There are 28, including 20 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 6 private career schools. LPNs in Virginia earn a median $64,920 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
28
Public colleges
20
Median pay in VA
$64,920
Cities with schools
12

24 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools

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  1. Blue Ridge Community College

    Weyers Cave, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • Automotive technician
    • +9

  2. Brightpoint Community College

    Chester, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +8

  3. Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach

    Virginia Beach, VA · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +2

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  5. Centura College - Richmond Main

    Richmond, VA · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +5

  6. Danville Community College

    Danville, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +11

  7. Eastern Shore Community College

    Melfa, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +6

  8. Eastern Virginia Career College

    Fredericksburg, VA · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +3

  9. ECPI University

    Virginia Beach, VA · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +11

  10. Fortis College - Norfolk

    Norfolk, VA · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +2

  11. Fortis College - Richmond

    Richmond, VA · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +3

  12. Germanna Community College

    Locust Grove, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Automotive technician
    • Dental assistant
    • +7

  13. Henrico County-Saint Marys Hospital School of Practical Nursing

    Richmond, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)

  14. J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

    Richmond, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +10

  15. Laurel Ridge Community College

    Middletown, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • HVAC technician
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +5

  16. Medical Solutions Academy

    Danville, VA · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)

  17. Mountain Empire Community College

    Big Stone Gap, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +11

  18. New River Community College

    Dublin, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +8

  19. Patrick & Henry Community College

    Martinsville, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +8

  20. Paul D Camp Community College

    Franklin, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +6

  21. Piedmont Virginia Community College

    Charlottesville, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +7

  22. Rappahannock Community College

    Glenns, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • HVAC technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +6

  23. Riverside College of Health Careers

    Newport News, VA · Private

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Surgical technologist
    • Diagnostic medical sonography
    • +2

  24. Southside Virginia Community College

    Alberta, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  25. Southwest Virginia Community College

    Cedar Bluff, VA · Public

    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

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What LPNs earn in Virginia

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

LPN salary in VirginiaHow to become an LPN

Median pay
$64,920
$31.21 an hour
Typical range
$50,580–$79,170
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in VA
15,550
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 Virginia?

We list 28 schools in Virginia with practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs: 20 public colleges, 2 private nonprofit schools, and 6 private career schools. Campuses are in Richmond, Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Danville, and Melfa.

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

Yes. 20 public colleges in Virginia 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 Virginia?

Among the 25 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $2,495 to $24,764. 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 Virginia?

The median pay for LPNs in Virginia is $64,920 a year, and most earn between $50,580 and $79,170, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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