Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) Schools in Altoona, PA (2026)

Updated August 26, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare practical nursing (LPN/LVN) programs in Altoona, Pennsylvania. 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 Altoona, PA

#1

Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center

Altoona, PA 0.2 miles away BOC Score 55.5
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 72%
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 200

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona

Altoona, PA 2.2 miles away BOC Score 36.2
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $15,972
  • Out-of-state tuition: $26,958
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 98%
  • Graduation rate: 17%
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 87

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College

Johnstown, PA 30.1 miles away BOC Score 56.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 21
  • Annual completions: 136
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Greater Johnstown Career and Technology Center

Johnstown, PA 30.1 miles away BOC Score 64.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 22
  • Annual completions: 207

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Pennsylvania State University-World Campus

University Park, PA 35.1 miles away BOC Score 47.3
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  • President's Office 201 Old Main University Park, PA 16802-1503
  • (814) 865-5403
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 26
  • Annual completions: 1,016
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Clearfield County Career and Technology Center

Clearfield, PA 35.9 miles away BOC Score 62.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 34

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Indiana County Technology Center

Indiana, PA 39.1 miles away BOC Score 45.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 24
  • Annual completions: 67

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Indiana, PA 39.2 miles away BOC Score 52.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 584
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

The Rapha School

Home, PA 40.1 miles away BOC Score 73.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 104

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology

Pleasant Gap, PA 43.1 miles away BOC Score 75.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 201

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Pennsylvania Practical Nursing (LPN/LVN) Salary Snapshot

Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Median Pay $63,940 $30.74 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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