Best colleges for Practical Nursing in Nebraska
Ranked by graduate earnings
Central Community College, Southeast Community College Area and Northeast Community College award the most Practical Nursing degrees and certificates in Nebraska: 95, 90 and 39 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 8 Nebraska colleges offer Practical Nursing and award 381 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Practical Nursing program, also known as Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, prepares students for a career as a licensed practical nurse (LPN). This program is designed for individuals who want to provide direct nursing care to…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southeast Community College Area Lincoln Public · Certificate | $43,044 | 90 | 38% | — | $15,985 |
| 2 | College of Saint Mary Omaha Private not-for-profit · Certificate | $36,194 | 28 | 61% | $14,629 | $15,489 |
Colleges awarding the most Practical Nursing degrees in Nebraska
Top 6 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central Community College Grand Island Public | 95 | Not reported |
| 2 | Southeast Community College Area Lincoln Public | 90 | $43,044 |
| 3 | Northeast Community College Norfolk Public | 39 | Not reported |
| 4 | College of Saint Mary Omaha Private not-for-profit | 28 | $36,194 |
| 5 | Mid-Plains Community College North Platte Public | 16 | Not reported |
| 6 | Western Nebraska Community College Scottsbluff Public | 15 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 2 Nebraska colleges offering Practical Nursing
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Community College Area | Omaha | Public | 76 |
| Little Priest Tribal College | Winnebago | Public | 22 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Nursing Assistants (SOC 31-1131).
Top skills
What Nursing Assistants earn in Nebraska
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Practical Nursing programs in Nebraska.
Which Nebraska colleges award the most Practical Nursing degrees?+
Central Community College (95 graduates a year), Southeast Community College Area (90 graduates a year) and Northeast Community College (39 graduates a year) award the most Practical Nursing degrees and certificates in Nebraska, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 8 Nebraska colleges offer Practical Nursing.
Which Practical Nursing program in Nebraska has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Southeast Community College Area tops the list at $43,044. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Nursing Assistants earn in Nebraska?+
The average annual wage for Nursing Assistants in Nebraska is $42,390 (median $40,000), across about 16,450 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Practical Nursing program?+
The Practical Nursing program, also known as Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, prepares students for a career as a licensed practical nurse (LPN). This program is designed for individuals who want to provide direct nursing care to…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop active listening, monitoring, reading comprehension, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Nursing Assistants?+
The national job outlook is about +2.3% growth with around 204,100 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Postsecondary nondegree award is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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