Missouri has 29 schools with LPN programs in this directory: 22 public and 7 private. Together they graduated 804 students from these programs in the latest federal count.
Published program tuition runs from $8,400 to $34,452, with a median of $14,450 across the 12 programs that report a program price.
Graduates earned a median of $49,735 one year after finishing, where the Department of Education reports earnings for the program.
The largest programs by graduates are at Applied Tech, North Central Missouri College and Ozarks Technical Community College.
The median published tuition is $14,450 (range $8,400 to $34,452, 12 programs reporting). The lowest listed prices are at Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center ($8,400), Pike-Lincoln Technical Center ($12,999) and Saline County Career Center ($13,000). Public community and technical colleges often charge less but report tuition per year rather than per program, so check each school's net price calculator.
How long does LPN school take?
Programs that report a length take a median of 12 months to finish (10 to 15 months). Certificates are shorter; associate degrees usually take about two years.
How much do LPN graduates earn?
Across 20 programs with reported outcomes, the median graduate earned $49,735 one year after finishing (U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard). Earnings vary by program and local labor market.
Are there public LPN programs in Missouri?
Yes. 22 public schools offer it, including Applied Tech, North Central Missouri College, Ozarks Technical Community College, State Fair Community College and Three Rivers College.
Data: U.S. Department of Education: IPEDS 2024-25 and College Scorecard (October 2026 release). Listings change; confirm details with the school before you go. How this directory is built.