Kansas LPN to RN/BSN Programs

Last Updated/Verified: Apr 18, 2024

Savvy Kansas LPNs know that in order to advance in the world of nursing, further education is needed. That’s why the state’s LPN to RN program options are so popular, with pathways for both ADN and BSN degrees. RNs are able to take on more responsibility, have increased career mobility, and have the option of entering niche specialties. They also earn more money; RNs in Kansas make roughly $17,380 more than LPNs do, via the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

You can find out more information on the LPN to RN educational pathway. Learn more about taking and passing the NCLEX-RN examination and check out the Kansas State Board of Nursing for information on licensing and available programs for nurses in the state.

List of 2024 LPN to RN or LPN to BSN Programs in KS

Below is the 2024 best comprehensive list of LPN to RN programs in Kansas. Some of these programs may be listed as "RN", however that may mean ADN or BSN degree, please visit the school's website for program details.

ProgramWebsite
LPN to RN/BSN Online
Online Program - Achieve offers a fast-track program that combines the effectiveness of real classroom learning with the speed of credit-by- examination.
NOTE: MUST BE A LPN/LVN TO APPLY
Butler Community College
LPN to RN
901 S. Haverhill Rd.
El Dorado, KS
(316) 321-2222
Cloud County Community College
LPN to ADN
2221 Campus Drive
Concordia, KS
(800) 729-5101
Coffeyville Community College
LPN to RN
400 W 11th St
Coffeyville, KS
(620) 251-7700
Colby Community College
LPN to ADN
1255 South Range
South Range, KS
(785) 462-3984
Fort Hays Sate University
LPN to BSN
600 Park Street
Hays, KS
(785) 628-3478
Garden City Community College
LPN to RN
801 Campus Drive
Garden City, KS
(620) 276-9560
Hesston College
LPN to ADN,LPN to BSN
301 S. Main St.
Hesston, KS
(620) 327-4221
Highland Community College
LPN to RN
606 West Main
Highland, KS
(785) 442-6000
Hutchinson Community College
LPN to RN
1300 North Plum
Hutchinson, KS
(620) 665-3500
Johnson County Community College
LPN to RN
12345 College Blvd
Overland Park, KS
(913) 469-8500
Kansas City Kansas Community College
LPN to RN
7250 State Avenue
Kansas City, KS
(913) 334-1100
Labette Community College
LPN to RN
200 South 14th Street
Parsons, KS
(620) 421-6700
Neosho County Community College - Chanute
LPN to RN
800 W. 14th Street
Chanute, KS
(620) 432-0350
Neosho County Community College - Ottawa
LPN to RN
900 E. Logan
Ottawa, KS
(785) 248-2827
Pratt Community College
LPN to ADN
348 NE SR 61
Pratt, KS
(620) 672-5641
Washburn University
LPN to BSN
1700 SW College Ave
Topeka, KS
(785) 670-1010
Wichita State University
LPN to BSN
1845 Fairmout Street
Wichita, KS
(316) 978-3456

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Kansas LPN vs RN Salary Comparison By Area

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The table below compares the annual salary of a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to a registered nurse (RN), along with the percent increase that can be expected. The data was organized by the BLS for LPNs and RNs in Kansas.

On average an RN in Kansas earns $43,197, which is 10% less than the national average for registered nurses ($48,109).

City/AreaAvg LPN SalaryAvg RN Salary% Diff
Wichita - KS$43,010$57,10032.8%
Topeka - KS$43,710$65,35049.5%
Lawrence - KS$44,690$61,69038.0%
Manhattan - KS$40,540$53,91033.0%

Table data taken from 2018 BLS https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes291141.htm & https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes292061.htm