Online/Hybrid LPN Programs in Indiana: How to Choose the Right School
Becoming a licensed practical nurse in Indiana is a great first step to entering the nursing field, especially with the growth of hybrid learning paired with the fact that Indiana is one of the few states where you may be able to train as an LPN tuition-free. Use EduMed’s guide to learn how these programs work, how much they cost, and what it takes to get in and graduate.
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What Type of LPN Program Do You Need?
Choosing an Indiana LPN program starts with assessing your situation, needs, and goals. If money is the biggest hurdle, prioritize programs with low tuition and strong financial aid. If you need to keep working, look for an evening and weekend track. If you plan to become an RN later down the road, a program that feeds directly into an associate degree will save you time.
Select which student type best matches your situation to see what type of program is your best fit.
The Recent HS Grad
You’re a recent high school graduate in Indiana looking for the fastest route into nursing, with no healthcare experience and no four-year degree required.
You don’t need prior healthcare experience to begin an LPN program, so your first step is finding one approved by Indiana. A hybrid format gives you online coursework plus the in-person clinicals every program requires, without a long daily commute to campus.
The Career Changer
You’ve been working outside healthcare, or as an aide or CNA, and you’re ready to build a nursing career in Indiana through a program that fits an adult schedule.
Career changers do best in programs that cut the barriers to entry: few prerequisites, evening classes, and online coursework paired with in-person clinicals. Together they let you retrain for an LPN role in Indiana without leaving your current income behind.
The Budget Watcher
You want the most affordable route to an LPN license in Indiana, and you’re weighing tuition against financial aid and total costs.
In-state tuition rates are usually lower than out-of-state rates at public schools, so confirm what Indiana residents pay and compare fees, uniforms, and exam costs side by side. Programs that accept federal financial aid open up grants and loans, and a hybrid format can cut commuting costs by moving coursework online.
The Future RN
You see LPN as a first step toward becoming an RN or earning a BSN in Indiana, and you want your coursework and license to count toward that next degree.
A defined bridge pathway into an RN or BSN program saves you time and tuition, and only credits that transfer will count toward it. Hybrid delivery makes it easier to keep working in Indiana while you continue your education.
The Local Student
You’re rooted in Indiana and want an LPN program near where you live, so classes and clinicals don’t mean moving or driving for hours.
Staying local depends on two things: a campus within a reasonable drive and clinical placements near home. Hybrid delivery handles the rest by moving coursework online, so you aren’t traveling across Indiana every week.
The Relocator
You’re moving to or from Indiana and want an LPN credential that won’t leave you starting over with a new state board.
Before you enroll, look at where you might practice, because licenses transfer more easily between some states than others. A state board approved program in Indiana with hybrid delivery keeps your options open if you relocate.
At a Glance: How Indiana’s LPN Programs Compare
Ivy Tech Community College trains most of Indiana’s new LPNs. It has 21 Board-approved practical nursing sites, from Lake County to Sellersburg. Vincennes University runs a second public option in southern Indiana. A growing group of private schools adds evening, weekend, and accelerated schedules. Several of those private programs hold only initial Board accreditation and have little or no NCLEX data yet.
Use the following chart to compare community colleges, universities, and private schools to see how they differ in length, cost, credits required, and more.
| Community Colleges | Universities | Private Schools | |
|---|---|---|---|
Length | Community Colleges Three semesters, after prerequisites | Universities 11 months (August to July) | Private Schools About 12 months (Hondros: four quarters, or 44 weeks) |
Cost Range | Community Colleges About $9,200 in-state or $16,900 out-of-state for tuition, nursing program fees, and Ivy+ textbooks (2026–27 rates). Tuition and fees can drop to $0 with the Workforce Ready Grant. | Universities About $3,400 for residents of Indiana and neighboring states; about $8,100 for others (older figures, confirm with VU). Workforce Ready Grant eligible. | Private Schools Not published; ask admissions |
School Types | Community Colleges Ivy Tech Community College | Universities Vincennes University (Vincennes and Jasper campuses) | Private Schools Private nursing colleges and academies |
Credits or Clock Hours | Community Colleges 45 credits | Universities Not stated | Private Schools Varies by school |
Financial Aid Eligibility | Community Colleges Federal aid and the Workforce Ready Grant | Universities Federal aid and the Workforce Ready Grant | Private Schools Federal aid at accredited, Title IV schools; confirm with each school |
Credits Transfer to RN Program | Community Colleges Yes, into Ivy Tech’s Transition to ASN track | Universities Ask about advanced placement in VU’s ASN | Private Schools Varies; confirm with the RN program |
Best For | Community Colleges The Recent HS Grad | Universities The Future RN | Private Schools The Career Changer |
Can You Complete LPN Training Online in Indiana?
No. We couldn’t verify a fully online or hybrid practical nursing program in Indiana as of October 2026. Every Board-approved program requires in-person labs and supervised clinical hours. You can still move part of the work online, however.
- Ivy Tech students can take general education prerequisites like English, anatomy and physiology, and psychology online before they enter the nursing sequence.
- Hondros College of Nursing‘s catalog marks courses as classroom or online, so ask admissions how much of the Indianapolis program uses online coursework.
What Makes LPN Training in Indiana Unique
Indiana’s LPN landscape has a few features you won’t find in most states, starting with how much of your training the state may pay for. It also leans heavily on a single college system, which shapes where and how most students train. Its licensing rules are relatively light once you’re working.
Keep these points in mind as you compare programs.
- The state may pay your tuition. The Workforce Ready Grant covers tuition and mandatory fees for practical nursing at Ivy Tech and Vincennes University for qualifying Indiana residents. It doesn’t cover the next step to an ASN.
- One college dominates. Ivy Tech holds 21 of the 27 open practical nursing approvals on the Board’s July 2026 list. Pass rates differ by campus, so check yours.
- New programs are still building a track record. Hondros College of Nursing, Keystone Nursing Academy, both Leffler Academy sites, and Ivy Tech Franklin hold initial accreditation. Newer programs may have few NCLEX testers or none yet.
- The Board watches pass rates. A program whose first-time pass rate falls well below the national average for three or more years in a row must submit a corrective plan and can lose accreditation.
- No continuing education to renew. Indiana LPN licenses expire October 31 of even-numbered years. Renewal costs $50, plus $25 if you keep a multistate license, and the state requires no CE hours.
- Your license travels. Indiana is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, so a multistate license lets you practice in other compact states, including neighboring Kentucky and Ohio.
List of Board-Approved LPN Programs in Indiana
The Indiana State Board of Nursing lists 27 open practical nursing programs, and 21 of them belong to Ivy Tech. We’ve also included Vincennes University’s two campuses, since VU reported 2025 NCLEX-PN results and still admits students.
Most programs with published results beat the 2025 national first-time rate of 86.6% for U.S.-educated PN candidates. Several newer programs have no results yet, so ask those schools how their first cohorts are doing.
| Program | City | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Anderson | City Anderson | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (11/11) | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Bloomington | City Bloomington | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 88.1% (52/59) | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Columbus | City Columbus | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (17/17) | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Evansville | City Evansville | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (10/10) | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Fort Wayne | City Fort Wayne | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (39/39) | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Franklin | City Franklin | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) New program; no data yet | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Greencastle | City Greencastle | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (6/6) | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Indianapolis | City Indianapolis | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 90.7% (59/65)* | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Kokomo | City Kokomo | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 91.3% (21/23)* | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Lafayette | City Lafayette | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (26/26)* | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Lake County | City Crown Point | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 85.7% (30/35)* | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Lawrenceburg | City Lawrenceburg | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) See Board report | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Logansport | City Logansport | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) See Board report | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Madison | City Madison | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) No 2025 testers | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Marion | City Marion | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 88.2% (15/17)* | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Muncie | City Muncie | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 96.5% (28/29) | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Richmond | City Richmond | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (14/14)* | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Sellersburg | City Sellersburg | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (35/35) | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – South Bend | City South Bend | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 90.9% (40/44) | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Terre Haute | City Terre Haute | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (11/11)* | Format Not stated |
Program Ivy Tech Community College – Valparaiso | City Valparaiso | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (38/38)* | Format Not stated |
Program Vincennes University | City Vincennes | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (10/10) | Format Not stated |
Program Vincennes University – Jasper | City Jasper | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 100% (14/14) | Format Not stated |
Program Caris College | City Jeffersonville | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) See Board report | Format Not stated |
Program Hardon Educational Institute | City Indianapolis | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) See Board report | Format Not stated |
Program Hondros College of Nursing | City Indianapolis | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) 83% (147/177)* | Format Not stated |
Program Keystone Nursing Academy | City Indianapolis | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) New program; see Board report | Format Not stated |
Program Leffler Academy | City Crown Point | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) New program; no data yet | Format In person |
Program Leffler Academy at University of Saint Francis | City Fort Wayne | NCLEX-PN Pass Rate (2025) New program; no data yet | Format In person |
Sources: Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, Nursing Education Programs list (July 16, 2026) and PN NCLEX pass rates, 2015–2025. Rates marked with an asterisk are the most recent figure in the Board file and may reflect 2024. Format reflects what each school publishes; “Not stated” means we couldn’t confirm the delivery format on the school’s site.
Overview of Hybrid LPN Programs in Indiana
Because Indiana requires in-person clinical hours, there are no fully online LPN programs in the state, though many schools offer online, evening, or weekend classes for prerequisites, general education, and some nursing courses.
Indiana LPN programs typically award a technical certificate or diploma and can be completed in about 18 months, with credits that may transfer toward a future degree. The programs below show what to expect in terms of curriculum, timelines, admissions, affordability, and more.
Practical Nursing Technical Certificate (TC) Program – Ivy Tech Community College
Ivy Tech Community College offers their Practical Nursing Technical Certificate (TC) program at many of its over 40 campuses. The curriculum consists of 45 credits of coursework offered in fully, partially, and/or blended online formats, plus in-person clinical experiences in community-based healthcare facilities. This certificate is a part of Indiana’s Next Level Jobs degree program, so if you’re an Indiana resident, have a high school diploma/GED, and have not previously completed an associate degree or higher, you could earn your certificate for free.
Duration: 3 semesters
Mode: Hybrid
Cost: $8,027
Admissions Requirements:
- Apply to the School of Nursing
- Score at the PROFICIENT level or higher on the ATI TEAS Test
- Complete general education and nursing pre-requisite courses
Curriculum:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Student Success – Health Sciences and Nursing
- Pharm and Dosage Calc Lab
- Nursing for Families and Communities
- Essentials of Nursing Practice
Practical Nurse Certificate of Graduation – Vincennes University
Vincennes University (VU) offers a Practical Nurse Certificate of Graduation program that begins each August and is completed with two semesters of full-time study plus one 7-credit Summer semester session. The bulk of coursework and labs are completed on either VU’s Vincennes or Jasper campuses, while clinical rotation hours are completed at program-approved healthcare facilities in southwest Indiana. Some prerequisites and a small number of regular curriculum classes can be taken online.
Duration: 11 months
Mode: Hybrid
Cost: $3,563 for Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Ohio, and Michigan residents and $8,429 for all others
Admissions Requirements:
- Earn a C or higher in pre-requisite courses
- Complete a criminal history report and drug screening
- Submit high school and college transcripts
Curriculum: Type
- Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Basic Pharmacology
- Maternal and Child Health Nursing
- Geriatric Nursing
- General Psychology
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- Role of the Practical Nurse
Certificate In Practical Nursing – Hardon Education
While the Certificate in Practical Nursing program at Hardon Education requires in-person learning, labs, simulations, and clinical experiences, this selective program is designed to prepare students for a fast-paced career as a Licensed Practical Nurse. The program requires 4, 12-week quarter terms of study, and prepares students for the National Council Licensure Examination for the Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN) and the Indiana licensing process. Hardon Education’s Certificate in Practical Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and The Indiana State Board of Nursing (ISBN).
Duration: 1 year
Mode: In-person
Cost: $18,060.00
Admissions Requirements:
- The HESI Admission Assessment (A2) Examination
- An interview with nursing program staff
- Completion of fingerprinting and a background check
- Physical examination
- Drug screening
- Proof of CPR Training Card
Curriculum:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Dosage Calculation for Nursing
- Medical Terminology
- Gerontology Nursing
- Nursing Pharmacology
- Health Information Technology
- Introduction to Psychosocial Nursing
- Developing Family (OB)/Pediatric Nursing
- Adult Health Nursing I
- Society & Social Awareness
- Transition to the Role of Practical Nursing
- Ethical Considerations in Nursing
How to Become an LPN in Indiana
Indiana licenses LPNs through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency on behalf of the State Board of Nursing. The process is relatively quick and inexpensive, with a $50 application fee and no continuing education requirement once you’re licensed. Most students finish training in about 11 to 16 months, then test soon after graduating.
Here are the steps you’ll have to take to become a licensed practical nurse.
- Choose a Board-approved program. Only graduates of programs approved by the Indiana State Board of Nursing, or an equivalent board in another state, can sit for licensure.
- Meet admission requirements and finish the program. Expect prerequisites, an entrance exam such as the TEAS, a background check, and supervised clinical hours.
- Apply for licensure by exam. Submit your application to the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency with the $50 fee. Then schedule fingerprints through IdentoGO using the service code the Board provides.
- Register for and pass the NCLEX-PN. Registration with Pearson VUE costs $200. NCSBN is raising the fee to $350 for registrations on or after February 1, 2027.
- Choose single-state or multistate. If Indiana is your primary state of residence, you can request a multistate license that lets you practice in other compact states.
- Renew every two years. LPN licenses expire October 31 of even-numbered years. Indiana doesn’t require continuing education to renew.
Financial Aid for Indiana LPN Students
Indiana gives practical nursing students more help than most states, especially at its public colleges. For qualifying residents, the Workforce Ready Grant can cover tuition and mandatory fees at Ivy Tech and Vincennes University, which leaves mainly books, program fees, and licensing costs. Private schools don’t publish prices, so request a written estimate before you enroll. Start with these options.
- Workforce Ready Grant. This Next Level Jobs grant covers tuition and mandatory fees for practical nursing at Ivy Tech and Vincennes University. You must be an Indiana resident and meet the program’s eligibility rules. Admission to the nursing program is still selective.
- Federal financial aid. File the FAFSA to qualify for Pell Grants and federal loans at Title IV schools. The FAFSA also puts you in line for Indiana’s state grants.
- Employer support. Hospitals and long-term care employers in Indiana often help pay for LPN training, especially for CNAs already on staff. Ask HR before you enroll.
- Payment plans. Ivy Tech offers a tuition payment plan with a $30 setup fee. Budget separately for the $125 per-semester nursing program fee, textbooks, and the $86 TEAS fee.
- Licensing costs. Set aside $50 for the Board application, $200 for the NCLEX-PN ($350 starting February 1, 2027), and the IdentoGO fingerprint fee.
LPNs in Indiana: Salary & Career Outlook
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
| Area | 10th Percentile | Median | 90th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | $50,550 | $65,720 | $77,220 |
| Bloomington, IN | $51,640 | $63,200 | $74,400 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $62,200 | $78,070 | $96,530 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $51,570 | $64,180 | $75,310 |
| Columbus, IN | $49,460 | $62,400 | $71,610 |
| Elkhart-Goshen, IN | $46,020 | $65,860 | $75,420 |
| Evansville, IN | $50,550 | $64,700 | $75,180 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $51,190 | $63,640 | $75,790 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $53,040 | $67,200 | $77,180 |
| Kokomo, IN | $56,320 | $67,240 | $76,040 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN | $52,610 | $65,160 | $75,900 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $53,340 | $64,460 | $74,270 |
| Michigan City-La Porte, IN | $48,730 | $65,250 | $74,830 |
| Muncie, IN | $49,350 | $64,330 | $73,270 |
| South Bend-Mishawaka, IN-MI | $51,970 | $65,240 | $77,680 |
| Terre Haute, IN | $38,720 | $62,460 | $71,380 |
Source: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, Occupational Employment and Wages, May 2025
Data does not reflect school-specific information.
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
| Area | Curr. Jobs | Proj. Jobs | New Jobs | Growth % | Avg. Ann. Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 651,400 | 668,500 | 17,100 | 2.6% | 54,400 |
| Indiana | 15,010 | 15,420 | 410 | 2.8% | 1,260 |
Source: Projections Central, 2024-2034
