Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) Schools in Lake Forest, CA (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs in Lake Forest, California. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school; contact schools directly to confirm current details.

Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) Schools Near Lake Forest, CA

#1

Saddleback College

Mission Viejo, CA 7.8 miles away BOC Score 71.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $1,156
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,860
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 57
  • Annual completions: 1,490
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Stanbridge University

Irvine, CA 10.8 miles away BOC Score 64.1
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 10%
  • Graduation rate: 72%
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 755
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Career Networks Institute

Santa Ana, CA 11.1 miles away BOC Score 62.0
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  • 1610 E. Saint Andrew Place Suite 200 Santa Ana, CA 92705
  • (714) 437-9697
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 83%
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 70

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Sri Sai Krish Institute

ORANGE, CA 11.4 miles away BOC Score 78.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 22

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Pacific College

Costa Mesa, CA 11.7 miles away BOC Score 75.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 148
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Homestead Schools-Costa Mesa

Costa Mesa, CA 12.3 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 2
  • Annual completions: 42

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

California Career Institute

Anaheim, CA 16.5 miles away
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 6
  • Annual completions: 338

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Concorde Career College-Garden Grove

Garden Grove, CA 17.3 miles away BOC Score 65.2
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  • 12951 Euclid Street, Suite 101 Garden Grove, CA 92840-9201
  • (714) 703-1900
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 551

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

North-West College-Riverside

Riverside, CA 20.5 miles away BOC Score 41.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 8
  • Annual completions: 535

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

North-West College-Anaheim

Anaheim, CA 20.6 miles away BOC Score 40.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 227

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

California Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $79,750 $38.34 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $64,400 $30.96 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 29-2061 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • State board of nursing approval
  • ACEN/CCNE accreditation
  • Clinical hours and placement sites
  • NCLEX-PN prep and pass rates
  • LPN-to-RN bridge pathways

Next Steps

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Career Overview

Learn more about salary, outlook, and career paths: Licensed Practical Nurse career guide

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