Vocational Nursing (LVN) Approximate Cost of Nursing Program
The following list is an approximation for those expenses commonly experienced by students. Each individual will find there is variation depending on source and item purchased, and changing college enrollment fees.
*Fees below are subject to change without notice.
| Item | Approximate Cost (May Vary) |
|---|---|
| Registration, Campus and Health Fee (Three Semesters – 41 units) | $2,025.50 |
| Optional Downtown Parking (depends on parking plan) | $0 - $2,000.00 |
| Textbooks (total program – approximate cost) | $670.00 |
| Uniform and required materials (shoes, watch, bandage scissors, stethoscope, penlight and ID Badge) | $600.00 |
| Physical Examination, Immunizations, and tests | $500.00 |
| Pre-Enrollment Criminal Background Check/ Drug Screen | $108.90 |
| IV Therapy Course | $350.00 |
| Total Approximated Costs | $4,254.40 – $6,254.40 |
This cost estimate does not include costs of transportation, campus parking, meals, or lodging for students.
During the third semester of the program, the successful student will be able to apply for the NCLEX-PN licensing examination. Based on the 2022 fee schedule from the Board of Vocational Nurse Psychiatric Technician these fees include:
| Item | Approximate Cost (May Vary) |
|---|---|
| Live Scan Fingerprinting | $49.00 -$79.00 |
| BVNPT Application Fee | $300.00 |
| NCLEX-PN (C.A.T.) Fee | $200.00 |
| Initial License Fee | $300.00 |
| NCLEX Photo ID | $10.00 |
| Total Approximated Cost | $859.00 - $889.00 |
Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. Students seeking assistance should contact the Financial Aid Office located on the main campus. In addition to financial aid, there are numerous scholarships and grants available for nursing students who wish to apply for them.