Florida LPN to RN/BSN Programs
LPNs in Florida who are looking for ways to advance in the field of nursing are increasingly opting to become RNs via one of the state’s LPN to RN programs. With pathways for LPN to ADN as well as LPN to BSN, LPNs can customize the RN degree that’s right for them. RNs enjoy increased autonomy, a wider variety of nursing career specializations, and more money. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, RNs in Florida earn an average of $21,670 more annually than LPNs in the state.
Looking for more information on the transition from LPN to RN? Learn more about taking and passing the NCLEX-RN exam and visit the Florida Board of Nursing site for information on education, licensing, and available organizations for registered nurses in the Florida.
List of 2024 LPN to RN or LPN to BSN Programs in FL
Below is the 2024 best comprehensive list of LPN to RN programs in Florida. 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.
| Program | Website |
|---|---|
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 | achievetestprep.com |
ATA Career Education LPN to RN 7351 Spring Hill Dr #11 Spring Hill, FL (352) 684-3007 | atafl.edu |
Broward College LPN to RN 111 East Las Olas Boulevard Ft. Lauderdale, FL (954) 201-7350 | broward.edu |
Burnett International College LPN to RN 2601 S Military Trail West Palm Beach, FL (561) 736-3998 | burnett.edu |
College of Central Florida LPN to ADN 3001 S.W. College Road Ocala, FL (352) 873-5800 | cf.edu |
Eastern Florida State College LPN to RN 1519 Clearlake Road Cocoa, FL (321) 632-1111 | easternflorida.edu |
Florida Career College LPN to RN 3383 N State Rd 7 Lauderdale Lakes, FL (888) 609-8959 | floridacareercollege.edu |
Florida Gateway College LPN to RN 149 SE College Place Lake City, FL (386) 752-1822 | catalog.fgc.edu |
Florida State College - Jacksonville LPN to RN 101 W State St Jacksonville, FL (904) 646-2300 | fscj.edu |
Galen College of Nursing - Tampa Bay LPN to ADN 11101 Roosevelt Blvd N Saint Petersberg, FL (727) 577-1497 | galencollege.edu |
Gulf Coast State College LPN to ADN 5230 West Highway 98 Panama City, FL (850) 769-1551 | gulfcoast.edu |
Health Care Institute - Ft. Lauderdale LPN to RN 4850 West Oakland Park Blvd. Suite 123 Lauderdale Lakes, FL (954) 579-2001 | hci.edu |
Health Care Institute - West Palm Beach LPN to RN 1764 North Congress Ave. West Palm Beach, FL (561) 586-0121 | hci.edu |
Hillsborough Community College - Dale Mabry Campus LPN to RN 4001 W Tampa Bay Blvd Tampa, FL (813) 253-7000 | hccfl.edu |
Jersey College - Ft. Lauderdale LPN to RN 2307 W Broward Blvd. Ft Lauderdale, FL (954) 321-8890 | jerseycollege.edu |
Jersey College - Jacksonville LPN to RN 8131 Baymeadows Cir W Jacksonville, FL (904) 733-3588 | jerseycollege.edu |
Jersey College - Largo LPN to RN 2025 Indian Rocks Rd. Largo, FL (727) 202-9393 | jerseycollege.edu |
Jersey College - Tampa LPN to RN 3625 Queen Palm Drive Tampa, FL (813) 246-5111 | jerseycollege.edu |
Lake Sumter State College LPN to RN 9501 US-441 Leesburg, FL (352) 787-3747 | lssc.smartcatalogiq.com |
Mercy Hospital College of Nursing LPN to RN 3663 S Miami Ave Miami, FL (305) 854-4400 | mercymiami.com |
North Florida Community College LPN to RN 325 NW Turner Davis Dr. Madison, FL (850) 973-2288 | nfcc.edu |
Northwest Florida State College LPN to RN 100 College Blvd. Niceville, FL (850) 678-5111 | nwfsc.edu |
Palm Beach State College LPN to RN 4200 Congress Avenue Lake Worth, FL (561) 967-7222 | palmbeachstate.edu |
Pasco-Hernandez State College LPN to RN 10230 Ridge Road New Port Richey, FL (727) 847-2727 | phsc.edu |
Pensacola State College LPN to RN 1000 College Blvd Pensacola, FL (850) 484-1000 | pensacolastate.edu |
Polk State College LPN to RN 999 Avenue H N.E. Winter Haven, FL (863) 297-1000 | catalog.polk.edu |
Rasmussen College - Fort Myers LPN to RN 9160 Forum Corporate Parkway, Suite 100 Fort Myers, FL (239) 477-2100 | rasmussen.edu |
Rasmussen College - New Port Richey LPN to RN 8661 Citizens Drive New Port Richey, FL (727) 942-0069 | rasmussen.edu |
Rasmussen College - Ocala LPN to RN 4755 SW 46th Court Ocala, FL (352) 291-8565 | rasmussen.edu |
Rasmussen College - Tampa/Brandon LPN to RN 4042 Park Oaks Blvd, Suite 100 Tampa, FL (813) 246-7600 | rasmussen.edu |
Santa Fe College LPN to RN 3000 NW 83rd Street Gainesville, FL (352) 395-5000 | sfcollege.edu |
South Florida State College LPN to RN 600 West College Drive Avon Park, FL (863) 453-6661 | southflorida.edu |
St. John's River State College LPN to RN 5001 St Johns Ave Palatka, FL (386) 312-4200 | sjrstate.edu |
St. Petersberg College LPN to RN 6605 5th Ave N St. Petersberge, FL (727) 341-4772 | webapps.spcollege.edu |
State College of Florida - Manatee-Sarasota LPN to RN 5840 26th St W Bradenton, FL (941) 752-5000 | scf.edu |
Valencia College LPN to RN 1800 S Kirkman Rd Orlando, FL (407) 299-5000 | catalog.valenciacollege.edu |
West Coast University LPN to BSN 9250 NW 36th St Doral, FL (866) 508-2684 | westcoastuniversity.edu |
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Florida LPN vs RN Salary Comparison By Area
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 obtained from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for LPNs and RNs in Florida.
On average an RN in Florida earns $44,478, which is 8% less than the national average for registered nurses ($48,109).
| City/Area | Avg LPN Salary | Avg RN Salary | % Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach - FL | $46,820 | $69,500 | 48.4% |
| Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater - FL | $44,230 | $68,010 | 53.8% |
| Orlando, Kissimmee, Sanford - FL | $44,150 | $64,950 | 47.1% |
| Jacksonville - FL | $44,130 | $62,660 | 42.0% |
| North Port, Sarasota, Bradenton - FL | $43,910 | $66,310 | 51.0% |
| Gainesville - FL | $51,470 | $68,570 | 33.2% |
| Cape Coral, Fort Myers - FL | $43,190 | $67,110 | 55.4% |
| Palm Bay, Melbourne, Titusville - FL | $45,030 | $68,440 | 52.0% |
| Deltona, Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach - FL | $41,840 | $58,350 | 39.5% |
| Port St. Lucie - FL | $45,480 | $61,320 | 34.8% |
| Pensacola, Ferry Pass, Brent - FL | $42,750 | $59,350 | 38.8% |
| Lakeland, Winter Haven - FL | $41,590 | $60,810 | 46.2% |
| Tallahassee - FL | $42,300 | $62,510 | 47.8% |
| Ocala - FL | $40,330 | $60,510 | 50.0% |
| Naples, Immokalee, Marco Island - FL | $41,490 | $71,370 | 72.0% |
| Panama City - FL | $37,380 | $57,210 | 53.0% |
| Crestview, Fort Walton Beach, Destin - FL | $39,270 | $57,270 | 45.8% |
| Punta Gorda - FL | $42,600 | $68,770 | 61.4% |
| Homosassa Springs - FL | $43,980 | $64,820 | 47.4% |
| The Villages - FL | $42,920 | $61,610 | 43.5% |
| Sebastian, Vero Beach - FL | $45,120 | $51,670 | 14.5% |
| Sebring - FL | $40,250 | $49,100 | 22.0% |
Table data taken from 2018 BLS https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes291141.htm & https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes292061.htm