LPN programs in Wisconsin
We found 9 schools offering practical nursing (LPN/LVN) training in Wisconsin, with campuses in Eau Claire, Wauwatosa, Appleton, and Kenosha and more. LPNs in Wisconsin earn a median $63,760 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 9
- Public colleges
- 8
- Median pay in WI
- $63,760
- Cities with schools
- 2
9 practical nursing (LPN/LVN) schools
School results
Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa
Wauwatosa, WI · Private
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Medical assistant
- IT support & networking
- +3
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +29
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Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WI · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +30
Madison Area Technical College
Madison, WI · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- HVAC technician
- Carpentry
- +26
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +36
Nicolet Area Technical College
Rhinelander, WI · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Plumbing
- Carpentry
- +12
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Green Bay, WI · Public
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +26
LPN programs by city
- Racine (3 within 30 mi)
- West Allis (3 within 30 mi)
What LPNs earn in Wisconsin
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $63,760
- $30.65 an hour
- Typical range
- $51,820–$78,490
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WI
- 7,390
- 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 Wisconsin?
We list 9 schools in Wisconsin with practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs: 8 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Eau Claire, Wauwatosa, Appleton, Kenosha, and Cleveland.
Are there community college practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs in Wisconsin?
Yes. 8 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,255 to $14,858. 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 Wisconsin?
The median pay for LPNs in Wisconsin is $63,760 a year, and most earn between $51,820 and $78,490, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a practical nursing (LPN/LVN) school in Wisconsin?
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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