Practical Nursing Schools in Illinois
27 schools compared · Average earnings $42,377/yr
27 Illinois schools offer Practical Nursing. Earnings in Illinois are in line with the national average, so compare programs on commute, tuition, and fit rather than on statewide outcomes alone.
Schools in IL
27
Avg Grad Earnings
$42,377/yr
-4% vs. national avg
Avg Score
73/100
Top IL Cities
8
with programs
Practical Nursing Programs in Illinois
All 27 Illinois schools offering Practical Nursing, ranked by TradeSchoolOutlook Score. Click a school to see full earnings projections and program details.
Where Practical Nursing Programs Cluster in Illinois
Cities with the most Practical Nursing programs — useful if you want to minimize commute or relocate within state.
| City | Schools | Avg Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 2 | $45,694/yr |
| Springfield, IL | 2 | $41,184/yr |
| Rockford, IL | 2 | $36,384/yr |
| Hoffman Estates, IL | 1 | $64,712/yr |
| Oak Brook, IL | 1 | $63,593/yr |
| Olney, IL | 1 | $56,008/yr |
| Matteson, IL | 1 | $55,822/yr |
| East Peoria, IL | 1 | $55,604/yr |
Compare Practical Nursing in Other States
Considering a nearby state? Here's how Illinois compares to others with strong Practical Nursing offerings.
Data from College Scorecard, Bureau of Labor Statistics 2024–2034, and DOL RAPIDS.
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