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RN programs in Louisiana

35 RN (registered nurse) programs with costs, results and funding that can make them free

28 schools offer these RN programs, and Louisiana has approved every one for workforce funding. Each shows its price if you pay yourself and how past students did.

Registered nurses provide and coordinate patient care and teach patients and their families about health conditions. To work as one, you graduate from an approved nursing program (a bachelor's or associate degree in nursing, or a hospital diploma) and pass a licensing exam for your state nursing license.1 The exam is the NCLEX-RN from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, which the nursing boards of every state, DC and four US territories use in deciding who gets a license.2

In Louisiana, 1 of the 35 programs takes students without a high school diploma, 22 ask for a diploma or equivalent, 10 ask for earlier courses first and 2 ask for a bachelor's degree.

By kind, the 35 programs here are RN associate degree (ADN, 17 programs), RN bachelor's degree (BSN, 13 programs), LPN to RN bridge (associate degree, 3 programs), accelerated RN bachelor's degree (for graduates, 1 program), and 1 more of one other kind.

See the 35 programs

How much do RN programs cost in Louisiana?

Two-year degrees (20 programs)
$10,854 to $23,030most of them, usually 60 to 80 weeks long
Bachelor's degrees (14 programs)
$33,640 to $40,768most of them, usually 120 to 128 weeks long

What you pay yourself for the whole program, as the schools report it. "Most" is the middle half of the programs with a price.

In the typical program

Finished the program
Left out
Half of Louisiana's programs report exactly 100%
Working 6 months later
Left out
Most of Louisiana's programs report exactly 100%, which no other state comes close to
Earned a year, estimated
about $61,800
Length
60 to 120 weeks

Source: US Department of Labor, program year 2024 (July 2024 to June 2025). Only programs approved for workforce funding are listed; other schools in Louisiana may also offer RN programs. How these figures are made

Are there free RN programs in Louisiana?

Who qualifies, and other ways to pay: financial aid, grants and the GI Bill

All 35 RN programs in Louisiana approved for WIOA funding

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35 programs

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing

    University of Louisiana at Lafayette

    Lafayette

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    University of Louisiana at Lafayette, LafayetteRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$65,900
    Price if you pay yourself$41,384
    Program website, Nursing at University of Louisiana at Lafayette
    More details about Nursing at University of Louisiana at Lafayette
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $16,475
    Length
    120 weeks, 12 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $27,080
    Students counted
    4,410
    Earned a year, estimated
    $65,900
    Price if you pay yourself
    $41,384
    Program website, Nursing at University of Louisiana at Lafayette

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)HybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing

    Southeastern Louisiana University

    Hammond

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Southeastern Louisiana University, HammondRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolHybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$62,400
    Price if you pay yourself$33,158
    Program website, Nursing at Southeastern Louisiana University
    More details about Nursing at Southeastern Louisiana University
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $15,603
    Length
    64 weeks, 15 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $4,784
    Students counted
    3,092
    Earned a year, estimated
    $62,400
    Price if you pay yourself
    $33,158
    Program website, Nursing at Southeastern Louisiana University

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personEducation and courses

    Nursing Associate of Science (AS)

    Baton Rouge Community College- Mid City Campus

    Baton Rouge

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    Baton Rouge Community College- Mid City Campus, Baton RougeRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · Education and courses

    Earned a year, estimated$58,900
    Price if you pay yourself$8,590
    Program website, Nursing Associate of Science (AS) at Baton Rouge Community College- Mid City Campus
    More details about Nursing Associate of Science (AS) at Baton Rouge Community College- Mid City Campus
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $14,736
    Length
    60 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $8,650
    Students counted
    2,515
    Earned a year, estimated
    $58,900
    Price if you pay yourself
    $8,590
    Program website, Nursing Associate of Science (AS) at Baton Rouge Community College- Mid City Campus

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)In personPrerequisite courses

    Nursing

    Nicholls State University

    Thibodaux

    Accredited school

    Prerequisite courses

    Nicholls State University, ThibodauxRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolIn person · Prerequisite courses

    Earned a year, estimated$61,800
    Price if you pay yourself$38,550

    31 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Nursing at Nicholls State University
    More details about Nursing at Nicholls State University
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $15,455
    Length
    128 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $8,800
    Students counted
    2,173
    Earned a year, estimated
    $61,800
    Price if you pay yourself
    $38,550
    students trained with WIOA funding
    31
    Program website, Nursing at Nicholls State University

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personNo diploma needed

    Nursing (R.N. Training) - Associate of Science

    Bossier Parish Community College

    Bossier City

    Accredited school

    No diploma needed

    Bossier Parish Community College, Bossier CityRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · No diploma needed

    Earned a year, estimated$92,900
    Price if you pay yourself$13,065

    11 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Nursing (R.N. Training) - Associate of Science at Bossier Parish Community College
    More details about Nursing (R.N. Training) - Associate of Science at Bossier Parish Community College
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $23,225
    Length
    72 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,135
    Students counted
    1,947
    Earned a year, estimated
    $92,900
    Price if you pay yourself
    $13,065
    students trained with WIOA funding
    11
    Program website, Nursing (R.N. Training) - Associate of Science at Bossier Parish Community College

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing, BSN

    McNeese State University

    Lake Charles

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    McNeese State University, Lake CharlesRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$60,300
    Price if you pay yourself$35,089

    6 students trained with WIOA funding

    School website, Nursing, BSN at McNeese State University
    More details about Nursing, BSN at McNeese State University
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $15,073
    Length
    120 weeks, 16 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $6,650
    Students counted
    1,864
    Earned a year, estimated
    $60,300
    Price if you pay yourself
    $35,089
    students trained with WIOA funding
    6
    School website, Nursing, BSN at McNeese State University

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing

    University of Louisiana at Monroe

    Monroe

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    University of Louisiana at Monroe, MonroeRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$66,400
    Price if you pay yourself$38,919

    4 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Nursing at University of Louisiana at Monroe
    More details about Nursing at University of Louisiana at Monroe
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $16,598
    Length
    136 weeks, 12 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $7,700
    Students counted
    1,716
    Earned a year, estimated
    $66,400
    Price if you pay yourself
    $38,919
    students trained with WIOA funding
    4
    Program website, Nursing at University of Louisiana at Monroe

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Associate of Science in Nursing

    Louisiana State University at Alexandria

    Alexandria

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Louisiana State University at Alexandria, AlexandriaRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$58,500
    Price if you pay yourself$17,218

    39 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Associate of Science in Nursing at Louisiana State University at Alexandria
    More details about Associate of Science in Nursing at Louisiana State University at Alexandria
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $14,627
    Length
    80 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,750
    Students counted
    1,441
    Earned a year, estimated
    $58,500
    Price if you pay yourself
    $17,218
    students trained with WIOA funding
    39
    Program website, Associate of Science in Nursing at Louisiana State University at Alexandria

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing

    Southern University at Shreveport

    Shreveport

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Southern University at Shreveport, ShreveportRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$69,400
    Price if you pay yourself$14,740

    10 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Nursing at Southern University at Shreveport
    More details about Nursing at Southern University at Shreveport
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $17,346
    Length
    60 weeks, 50 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $2,935
    Students counted
    1,122
    Earned a year, estimated
    $69,400
    Price if you pay yourself
    $14,740
    students trained with WIOA funding
    10
    Program website, Nursing at Southern University at Shreveport

  • RN associate degree (ADN)HybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Associate of Science in Nursing

    Louisiana State University at Eunice

    Eunice

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Louisiana State University at Eunice, EuniceRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolHybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$57,100
    Price if you pay yourself$14,191
    Program website, Associate of Science in Nursing at Louisiana State University at Eunice
    More details about Associate of Science in Nursing at Louisiana State University at Eunice
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $14,282
    Length
    64 weeks, 50 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $4,909
    Students counted
    1,061
    Earned a year, estimated
    $57,100
    Price if you pay yourself
    $14,191
    Program website, Associate of Science in Nursing at Louisiana State University at Eunice

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing

    Louisiana Tech University

    Ruston

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Louisiana Tech University, RustonRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$62,600
    Price if you pay yourself$28,360

    7 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Nursing at Louisiana Tech University
    More details about Nursing at Louisiana Tech University
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $15,660
    Length
    70 weeks, 15 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $14,784
    Students counted
    923
    Earned a year, estimated
    $62,600
    Price if you pay yourself
    $28,360
    students trained with WIOA funding
    7
    Program website, Nursing at Louisiana Tech University

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)HybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing

    Grambling State University

    Grambling

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Grambling State University, GramblingRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolHybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$72,800
    Price if you pay yourself$30,540

    9 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Nursing at Grambling State University
    More details about Nursing at Grambling State University
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $18,193
    Length
    Left out
    Cost of supplies
    $4,520
    Students counted
    684
    Earned a year, estimated
    $72,800
    Price if you pay yourself
    $30,540
    students trained with WIOA funding
    9
    Program website, Nursing at Grambling State University

  • LPN to RN bridge (associate degree)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    LPN to RN

    South Louisiana Community College

    Lafayette

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    South Louisiana Community College, LafayetteLPN to RN bridge (associate degree) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$58,300
    Price if you pay yourself$9,304
    Program website, LPN to RN at South Louisiana Community College
    More details about LPN to RN at South Louisiana Community College
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $14,578
    Length
    48 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $1,000
    Students counted
    227
    Earned a year, estimated
    $58,300
    Price if you pay yourself
    $9,304
    Program website, LPN to RN at South Louisiana Community College

  • LPN to RN bridge (associate degree)In personEducation and courses

    LPN to RN Bridge (Associate of Science in Nursing)

    Louisiana Delta Community College

    Monroe

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    Louisiana Delta Community College, MonroeLPN to RN bridge (associate degree) · Accredited schoolIn person · Education and courses

    Earned a year, estimated$62,000
    Price if you pay yourself$10,000

    3 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, LPN to RN Bridge (Associate of Science in Nursing) at Louisiana Delta Community College
    More details about LPN to RN Bridge (Associate of Science in Nursing) at Louisiana Delta Community College
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $15,512
    Length
    48 weeks, 20 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,550
    Students counted
    182
    Earned a year, estimated
    $62,000
    Price if you pay yourself
    $10,000
    students trained with WIOA funding
    3
    Program website, LPN to RN Bridge (Associate of Science in Nursing) at Louisiana Delta Community College

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personEducation and courses

    Associate of Science in Nursing

    Louisiana Delta Community College

    Monroe

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    Louisiana Delta Community College, MonroeRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · Education and courses

    Earned a year, estimated$62,000
    Price if you pay yourself$10,058

    12 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Associate of Science in Nursing at Louisiana Delta Community College
    More details about Associate of Science in Nursing at Louisiana Delta Community College
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $15,512
    Length
    60 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $6,473
    Students counted
    182
    Earned a year, estimated
    $62,000
    Price if you pay yourself
    $10,058
    students trained with WIOA funding
    12
    Program website, Associate of Science in Nursing at Louisiana Delta Community College

  • Accelerated RN bachelor's degree (for graduates)HybridBachelor's degree

    Accelerated Bachelor's of Science in Nursing

    Louisiana College

    Pineville

    Accredited school

    Bachelor's degree

    Louisiana College, PinevilleAccelerated RN bachelor's degree (for graduates) · Accredited schoolHybrid · Bachelor's degree

    Earned a year, estimated$58,400
    Price if you pay yourself$43,750

    9 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Accelerated Bachelor's of Science in Nursing at Louisiana College
    More details about Accelerated Bachelor's of Science in Nursing at Louisiana College
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $14,601
    Length
    46 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $7,000
    Students counted
    96
    Earned a year, estimated
    $58,400
    Price if you pay yourself
    $43,750
    students trained with WIOA funding
    9
    Program website, Accelerated Bachelor's of Science in Nursing at Louisiana College

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)HybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Bachelor of Science in Nursing

    Louisiana College

    Pineville

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Louisiana College, PinevilleRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolHybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$77,200
    Price if you pay yourself$70,000

    5 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Louisiana College
    More details about Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Louisiana College
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $19,293
    Length
    120 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $8,000
    Students counted
    96
    Earned a year, estimated
    $77,200
    Price if you pay yourself
    $70,000
    students trained with WIOA funding
    5
    Program website, Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Louisiana College

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    BSN in Nursing

    Northwestern State University of LA

    Alexandria

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Northwestern State University of LA, AlexandriaRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$61,100
    Price if you pay yourself$36,848

    21 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, BSN in Nursing at Northwestern State University of LA
    More details about BSN in Nursing at Northwestern State University of LA
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $15,286
    Length
    128 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $5,200
    Students counted
    29
    Earned a year, estimated
    $61,100
    Price if you pay yourself
    $36,848
    students trained with WIOA funding
    21
    Program website, BSN in Nursing at Northwestern State University of LA

  • RN program (level not stated)HybridEducation and courses

    Nursing

    Baton Rouge General School of Nursing and Radiology

    Baton Rouge

    Education and courses

    Baton Rouge General School of Nursing and Radiology, Baton RougeRN program (level not stated)Hybrid · Education and courses

    Earned a year, estimated$58,900
    Price if you pay yourself$20,000

    23 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Nursing at Baton Rouge General School of Nursing and Radiology
    More details about Nursing at Baton Rouge General School of Nursing and Radiology
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $14,715
    Length
    78 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $6,157
    Students counted
    23
    Earned a year, estimated
    $58,900
    Price if you pay yourself
    $20,000
    students trained with WIOA funding
    23
    Program website, Nursing at Baton Rouge General School of Nursing and Radiology

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing-ASN

    Northwestern State University of LA

    Alexandria

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Northwestern State University of LA, AlexandriaRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$56,800
    Price if you pay yourself$23,030

    14 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Nursing-ASN at Northwestern State University of LA
    More details about Nursing-ASN at Northwestern State University of LA
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $14,206
    Length
    80 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,250
    Students counted
    20
    Earned a year, estimated
    $56,800
    Price if you pay yourself
    $23,030
    students trained with WIOA funding
    14
    Program website, Nursing-ASN at Northwestern State University of LA

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing (BSN)

    Northwestern State University of LA

    Natchitoches

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Northwestern State University of LA, NatchitochesRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimated$50,700
    Price if you pay yourself$36,848

    10 students trained with WIOA funding

    Program website, Nursing (BSN) at Northwestern State University of LA
    More details about Nursing (BSN) at Northwestern State University of LA
    Finished
    Left out
    Working at 6 months
    Left out
    Earned in a quarter
    $12,669
    Length
    128 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $5,200
    Students counted
    11
    Earned a year, estimated
    $50,700
    Price if you pay yourself
    $36,848
    students trained with WIOA funding
    10
    Program website, Nursing (BSN) at Northwestern State University of LA

  • LPN to RN bridge (associate degree)HybridEducation and courses

    Upward Mobility Nursing R.N.

    Lamar State College-Orange

    Orange, TX

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    Lamar State College-Orange, Orange, TXLPN to RN bridge (associate degree) · Accredited schoolHybrid · Education and courses

    Classes are outside Louisiana; Louisiana approved the program for its funding.

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$7,980
    Program website, Upward Mobility Nursing R.N. at Lamar State College-Orange
    More details about Upward Mobility Nursing R.N. at Lamar State College-Orange
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    52 weeks, 50 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,405
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $7,980
    Program website, Upward Mobility Nursing R.N. at Lamar State College-Orange

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personEducation and courses

    Associate Degree Nursing

    Pearl River Community College

    Poplarville, MS

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    Pearl River Community College, Poplarville, MSRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · Education and courses

    Classes are outside Louisiana; Louisiana approved the program for its funding.

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$11,120
    Program website, Associate Degree Nursing at Pearl River Community College
    More details about Associate Degree Nursing at Pearl River Community College
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    64 weeks, 39 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,745
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $11,120
    Program website, Associate Degree Nursing at Pearl River Community College

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing- Associate Degree (RN)

    Southwest MS Community College

    Summit, MS

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Southwest MS Community College, Summit, MSRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Classes are outside Louisiana; Louisiana approved the program for its funding.

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$14,640
    More details about Nursing- Associate Degree (RN) at Southwest MS Community College
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    64 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $8,000
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $14,640

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing (RN)

    SOWELA Technical Community College

    Lake Charles

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    SOWELA Technical Community College, Lake CharlesRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$15,736
    Program website, Nursing (RN) at SOWELA Technical Community College
    More details about Nursing (RN) at SOWELA Technical Community College
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    60 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $4,000
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $15,736
    Program website, Nursing (RN) at SOWELA Technical Community College

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)In personPrerequisite courses

    Bachelor of Science in Nursing

    Alcorn State University School of Nursing

    Natchez, MS

    Accredited school

    Prerequisite courses

    Alcorn State University School of Nursing, Natchez, MSRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolIn person · Prerequisite courses

    Classes are outside Louisiana; Louisiana approved the program for its funding.

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$15,738
    Program website, Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Alcorn State University School of Nursing
    More details about Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Alcorn State University School of Nursing
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    60 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $17,366
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $15,738
    Program website, Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Alcorn State University School of Nursing

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personPrerequisite courses

    Associate of Science in Nursing

    Alcorn State University School of Nursing

    Natchez, MS

    Accredited school

    Prerequisite courses

    Alcorn State University School of Nursing, Natchez, MSRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · Prerequisite courses

    Classes are outside Louisiana; Louisiana approved the program for its funding.

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$15,738
    Program website, Associate of Science in Nursing at Alcorn State University School of Nursing
    More details about Associate of Science in Nursing at Alcorn State University School of Nursing
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    60 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $17,346
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $15,738
    Program website, Associate of Science in Nursing at Alcorn State University School of Nursing

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)OnlineHigh school diploma or equivalent

    BSN Bachelor of Science in Nursing

    Nightingale College

    Based in Salt Lake City, UT

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Nightingale College, based in Salt Lake City, UTRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolOnline · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$17,760
    Program website, BSN Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Nightingale College
    More details about BSN Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Nightingale College
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    128 weeks, 50 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $25,246
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $17,760
    Program website, BSN Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Nightingale College

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personEducation and courses

    Registered Nurse

    University of Arkansas at Monticello, COT- Crossett

    Crossett, AR

    Accredited school

    Education and courses

    University of Arkansas at Monticello, COT- Crossett, Crossett, ARRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · Education and courses

    Classes are outside Louisiana; Louisiana approved the program for its funding.

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$20,808
    Program website, Registered Nurse at University of Arkansas at Monticello, COT- Crossett
    More details about Registered Nurse at University of Arkansas at Monticello, COT- Crossett
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    70 weeks, 16 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,000
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $20,808
    Program website, Registered Nurse at University of Arkansas at Monticello, COT- Crossett

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personBachelor's degree

    Nursing (R.N. Training)

    Northwestern State University of LA

    Natchitoches

    Accredited school

    Bachelor's degree

    Northwestern State University of LA, NatchitochesRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · Bachelor's degree

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$23,030
    Program website, Nursing (R.N. Training) at Northwestern State University of LA
    More details about Nursing (R.N. Training) at Northwestern State University of LA
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    80 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,250
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $23,030
    Program website, Nursing (R.N. Training) at Northwestern State University of LA

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing-(ASN)

    Northwestern State University of LA

    Natchitoches

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Northwestern State University of LA, NatchitochesRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$23,030
    Program website, Nursing-(ASN) at Northwestern State University of LA
    More details about Nursing-(ASN) at Northwestern State University of LA
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    80 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,250
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $23,030
    Program website, Nursing-(ASN) at Northwestern State University of LA

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing - Associate Degree

    Northwestern State University of LA

    Shreveport

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Northwestern State University of LA, ShreveportRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$23,030
    Program website, Nursing - Associate Degree at Northwestern State University of LA
    More details about Nursing - Associate Degree at Northwestern State University of LA
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    80 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,250
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $23,030
    Program website, Nursing - Associate Degree at Northwestern State University of LA

  • RN associate degree (ADN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Nursing - Associate Degree

    Northwestern State University of LA - Fort Polk

    Leesville

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Northwestern State University of LA - Fort Polk, LeesvilleRN associate degree (ADN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$23,030
    Program website, Nursing - Associate Degree at Northwestern State University of LA - Fort Polk
    More details about Nursing - Associate Degree at Northwestern State University of LA - Fort Polk
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    80 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $3,250
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $23,030
    Program website, Nursing - Associate Degree at Northwestern State University of LA - Fort Polk

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)In personHigh school diploma or equivalent

    BSN in Nursing

    Northwestern State University of LA

    Shreveport

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Northwestern State University of LA, ShreveportRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolIn person · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$36,848
    Program website, BSN in Nursing at Northwestern State University of LA
    More details about BSN in Nursing at Northwestern State University of LA
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    128 weeks, 30 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    $5,200
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $36,848
    Program website, BSN in Nursing at Northwestern State University of LA

  • RN bachelor's degree (BSN)HybridHigh school diploma or equivalent

    Bachelor of Nursing (BSN)

    Herzing University

    Metairie

    Accredited school

    High school diploma or equivalent

    Herzing University, MetairieRN bachelor's degree (BSN) · Accredited schoolHybrid · High school diploma or equivalent

    Earned a year, estimatedNot reported
    Price if you pay yourself$91,545
    Program website, Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) at Herzing University
    More details about Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) at Herzing University
    Finished
    Not reported
    Working at 6 months
    Not reported
    Earned in a quarter
    Not reported
    Length
    144 weeks, 40 hours a week
    Cost of supplies
    None listed
    Students counted
    Not reported
    Earned a year, estimated
    Not reported
    Price if you pay yourself
    $91,545
    Program website, Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) at Herzing University

How to pay for RN programs in Louisiana

WIOA funding can pay for RN programs in Louisiana

Every program on this page is approved for it. Whether you qualify, how much your local area pays and how to apply are on our page Does WIOA pay for job training?

Financial aid and grants for RN programs

Most students can get federal student aid for college, career school or trade school. A Federal Pell Grant, unlike a loan, usually doesn't have to be repaid. Ask the school whether its program qualifies.78

GI Bill for RN programs

Veterans, service members and qualified dependents can use GI Bill benefits for non-college training programs.9

The program list does not show which programs accept these. Ask the school.

LPN or RN in Louisiana?

The programs Louisiana approved for workforce funding in each, side by side. The figures are the typical program's, as on the two pages.

LPNRNthis page
Programs23 at 23 schools35 at 28 schools
Most cost, if you pay yourself$9,402 to $20,400Two-year degrees$10,854 to $23,030Bachelor's degrees$33,640 to $40,768
Length58 to 68 weeks60 to 120 weeks
Finished the programLeft outLeft out
Working 6 months laterLeft outLeft out
Earned a year, estimatedabout $36,000about $61,800
Trained with WIOA fundingat least 687 peopleat least 214 people

Already working as an LPN? 3 of the 35 RN programs in Louisiana are LPN-to-RN bridge programs, which lead to a two-year degree.

LPN vs RN nationwide: what each job does, the license exams and how to get from one to the other

Source: US Department of Labor, program year 2024. Earnings are the second quarter after leaving the program, times four.

Quick facts: RN programs in Louisiana

programs with a price cost under $15,000
10 of 35
lowest typical price among the states with enough programs to compare
34th of 39
other states where the typical program's graduates earned less
22 of 31
RN programs here, against the typical state's 17
35 vs 17

State comparisons use the same figures as the RN programs by state table: the middle program of each state, and only states with three or more schools for prices. Source: US Department of Labor, program year 2024 (July 2024 to June 2025).

RN programs in Alexandria, Shreveport, Lafayette and other Louisiana cities

Choosing an area filters the program list above. 12 more programs are in 9 other areas, 2 in smaller cities and towns and 1 online.

Other training in Louisiana

How RN programs compare with the rest of nursing and patient care: Nursing and patient care programs in Louisiana

Where the Louisiana RN program numbers come from

Which Louisiana RN programs are on this list?

These are the RN programs Louisiana approved for WIOA funding (public workforce funding under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act), as reported to the US Department of Labor for program year 2024 (July 2024 to June 2025). Each state keeps its approved programs on an eligible training provider list (ETPL).10 The list here covers programs approved as of June 30, 2025. Schools that never applied for approval are missing, so this is a part of what Louisiana offers.

How the prices and results of Louisiana RN programs are measured

Prices are tuition and required fees for someone paying without workforce funding, as the school reported them; check the current price with the school. Results describe students who left each program in recent years, so they are no guarantee, and the yearly earnings are the reported quarter times four, an estimate. A program without a "Trained with WIOA funding" line may still take WIOA students. Where a field was left empty or withheld, the page says "Not reported", and "Left out" where a figure was filed but failed one of our checks; nothing is estimated to fill a gap. Where the numbers come from explains each figure in full.

How reliable are the Louisiana figures?

The US Department of Labor's own results site lists Louisiana among the states with "known data quality concerns".11 We leave out the share working 6 months later for Louisiana: most of its programs report exactly 100%, which no other state comes close to. We leave out the share who finished for Louisiana: half of its programs report exactly 100%.

Sources for the facts about RN programs in Louisiana

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  1. US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook: Registered Nurses
  2. National Council of State Boards of Nursing: U.S. Members
  3. US Department of Labor, TrainingProviderResults.gov: About This Site
  4. US Department of Labor: WIOA Adult Program
  5. Code of Federal Regulations, title 20, part 680, sections 680.220, 680.230 and 680.310: career services before training, other grants such as Pell Grants first, and limits on Individual Training Accounts (GovInfo, 2024 edition)
  6. US Department of Labor: American Job Centers
  7. US Department of Education, Federal Student Aid: Eligibility for Federal Student Aid
  8. US Department of Education, Federal Student Aid: Don't Miss Out on Federal Pell Grants
  9. US Department of Veterans Affairs: GI Bill benefits for non-college degree programs
  10. US Department of Labor, Training and Employment Guidance Letter 8-19, Attachment I: Requirements for Training Providers, Program Eligibility, and the State Eligible Training Provider (ETP) List
  11. US Department of Labor, TrainingProviderResults.gov: search page, note on states with known data quality concerns