Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) Schools in Cape Girardeau, MO (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. 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 Cape Girardeau, MO

#1

Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Cape Girardeau, MO 1 miles away BOC Score 77.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 40
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center

Cape Girardeau, MO 2.6 miles away BOC Score 59.8
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  • 1080 S. Silver Springs Rd. Cape Girardeau, MO 63703-7511
  • (573) 334-0826
Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 77%
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 164

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Shawnee Community College

Ullin, IL 28.5 miles away BOC Score 51.6
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  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 611
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

John A Logan College

Carterville, IL 39.7 miles away BOC Score 51.1
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  • In-state tuition: $4,630
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,540
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 61
  • Annual completions: 779
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

West Kentucky Community and Technical College

Paducah, KY 52.7 miles away BOC Score 56.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 59
  • Annual completions: 3,263
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Three Rivers College

Poplar Bluff, MO 60.6 miles away BOC Score 40.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 342
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Mineral Area College

Park Hills, MO 62.3 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 37
  • Annual completions: 253
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Southeastern Illinois College

Harrisburg, IL 63.9 miles away BOC Score 37.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 403

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Rend Lake College

Ina, IL 66.5 miles away BOC Score 45.9
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,101

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Career Center of Southern Illinois

Red Bud, IL 66.6 miles away BOC Score 53.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 112

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Missouri Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) Salary Snapshot

Missouri
Missouri Median Pay $61,530 $29.58 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

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