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LPN and CNA programs in Montana
5 schools in Montana offer LPN and CNA programs (5 of them public), with 5 certificate and 0 associate programs between them. Graduates of the typical certificate program here earned $45,458 a year after finishing, compared with $49,356 nationally.
All LPN and CNA programs in Montana
Sorted by earnings one year after graduation. Click a heading to sort; tuition is the school's yearly tuition and fees (2025-26), in-state for public schools.
| School | Type | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt | School tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Falls College Montana State UniversityGreat Falls, MT | Community college | Certificate | 11 | $45,458 | $53,946 | n/a | $4,144 |
| Flathead Valley Community CollegeKalispell, MT | Community college | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $5,024 |
| Helena College University of MontanaHelena, MT | Community college | Certificate | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,547 |
| Highlands College of Montana TechButte, MT | Public community or technical college | Certificate | 19 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $4,260 |
| Montana State University BillingsBillings, MT | Public university | Certificate | 14 | n/a | n/a | $14,954 | $7,689 |
Cities with the most programs: Great Falls (1), Kalispell (1), Helena (1), Butte (1), Billings (1).
What counts: practical and vocational nursing (LPN, LVN) and nursing assistants (CNA).
Frequently asked questions
How many LPN and CNA programs are in Montana?
5 schools in Montana awarded LPN and CNA certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 5 certificate and 0 associate programs.
Which LPN and CNA program in Montana has the highest earnings?
Great Falls College Montana State University in Great Falls, where certificate graduates earned a median of $45,458 one year after finishing (programs with at least 5 graduates).
What is the cheapest LPN and CNA school in Montana?
By yearly tuition and fees, Great Falls College Montana State University in Great Falls charges $4,144 (2025-26, in-state). Program fees, tools and licensing exams can add to that, so ask the school.
How much do LPN and CNA graduates make in Montana?
The typical certificate program in Montana reported median earnings of $45,458 one year after graduation and $53,946 four years after, for graduates who received federal aid and were working.
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LPN and CNA programs nationwide
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.