Top LPN/LVN Programs in California
Practical and vocational nursing programs, usually a certificate or diploma, leading to the NCLEX-PN.
83 schools in California reported LPN/LVN-level nursing awards to IPEDS or have a verified LPN/LVN program profile; 1 program has a verified profile. LPN / LVN Programs in all states
Data last reviewed: October 6, 2026
Sources: IPEDS (U.S. Dept. of Education) / CCNE directory / ACEN directory / official school websites
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Listed alphabetically. Inclusion is editorial selection, not a ranking — see our methodology. How schools are selected
Schools (83)
| School | Location | Ownership | Nursing awards / programs | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unitek College | South San Francisco, CA | Private for-profit | LPN/LVN | — |
| Unitek College | Hayward, CA | Private for-profit | LPN/LVN | — |
| Xavier College School of Nursing | Stockton, CA | Private for-profit | LPN/LVN, ADN | — |