LPN programs in Richmond, VA
5 schools within 30 miles of Richmond, VA offer practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs, and 4 are in Richmond itself. LPNs in Virginia earn a median $64,920 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 5
- Closest
- 4 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in VA
- $64,920
5 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools within 30 mi of Richmond, VA
School results
Fortis College - Richmond
Richmond, VA · 3.5 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- HVAC technician
- Medical assistant
- +3
Centura College - Richmond Main
Richmond, VA · 4.3 mi · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +5
Henrico County-Saint Marys Hospital School of Practical Nursing
Richmond, VA · 7.0 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
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J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Richmond, VA · 7.3 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +10
Brightpoint Community College
Chester, VA · 13 mi · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +8
What LPNs earn in Virginia
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- 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
What are the closest practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools to Richmond?
The closest are Fortis College - Richmond (Richmond, 4 mi), Centura College - Richmond Main (Richmond, 4 mi), and Henrico County-Saint Marys Hospital School of Practical Nursing (Richmond, 7 mi). In total, 5 schools within 30 miles teach practical nursing (LPN/LVN).
How much do practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs near Richmond cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,168 to $24,635. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do LPNs make near Richmond?
Across Virginia, the median pay is $64,920 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 Richmond?
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.
LPN programs in nearby cities
- Petersburg (23 mi)
- Newport News (61 mi)
- Suffolk (74 mi)
- Norfolk (80 mi)