Iowa LPN to RN/BSN Programs
LPNs in the midwestern state of Iowa are increasingly choosing to further their education and careers by becoming RNs. Iowa’s LPN to RN programs offer pathways for students to earn either an ADN or BSN degree. RNs are able to work more independently, move up the career ladder more frequently, and earn a substantially higher salary. Iowa RNs, on average, earn $15,580 more per year than LPNs do, leading many to choose an LPN to RN program.
Are you trying to find more information on the LPN to RN educational pathway? Learn about taking and passing the NCLEX-RN exam and check out the Iowa Board of Nursing for information on licensing and education programs available in the state.
List of 2023 LPN to RN or LPN to BSN Programs in IA
Below is the 2023 best comprehensive list of LPN to RN programs in Iowa. 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 |
Des Moine Area Community College LPN to RN 1125 Hancock Dr Boone, IA (800) 362-2127 | dmacc.edu |
Ellsworth Community College LPN to ADN 1100 College Avenue Iowa Falls, IA (641) 648-4611 | ecc.iavalley.edu |
Iowa Central Community College - Fort Dodge LPN to ADN One Triton Circle Fort Dodge, IA (515) 576-0099 | iowacentral.edu |
Iowa Central Community College - Storm Lake LPN to ADN 916 Russell Street Storm Lake, IA (712) 732-2991 | iowacentral.edu |
Iowa Central Community College - Webster City LPN to ADN 1725 Beach Street Webster City, IA (515) 832-1632 | iowacentral.edu |
Iowa Wesleyan University LPN to BSN 601 N. Main Street Mount Pleasant, IA (800) 582-2383 | iw.edu |
Iowa Western Community College LPN to ADN 2700 College Rd. Council Bluffs, IA (712) 325-3200 | iwcc.edu |
Kirkwood Community College LPN to RN 6301 Kirkwood Boulevard Southwest Cedar Rapids, IA (319) 398-5411 | kirkwood.edu |
Marshalltown Community College LPN to ADN 3700 South Center Street Marshalltown, IA (641) 752-7106 | mcc.iavalley.edu |
North Iowa Area Community College LPN to ADN 500 College Drive Mason City, IA (641) 423-1264 | catalog.niacc.edu |
Northeast Iowa Community College - Calmar Campus LPN to ADN 1625 Hwy 150 South Calmar, IA (800) 728-2256 | nicc.edu |
Northeast Iowa Community College - Peosta Campus LPN to ADN 8342 NICC Drive Peosta, IA (800) 728-7367 | nicc.edu |
Northwest Iowa Community College LPN to ADN 603 W Park St Sheldon, IA (712) 324-5061 | nwicc.edu |
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Iowa 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 Iowa.
On average an RN in Iowa earns $43,150, which is 10% less than the national average for registered nurses ($48,109).
| City/Area | Avg LPN Salary | Avg RN Salary | % Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, West Des Moines - IA | $44,750 | $62,240 | 39.1% |
| Davenport, Moline, Rock Island - IA | $43,010 | $55,200 | 28.3% |
| Iowa City - IA | $44,330 | $67,110 | 51.4% |
| Cedar Rapids - IA | $42,380 | $58,060 | 37.0% |
| Waterloo, Cedar Falls - IA | $41,080 | $55,990 | 36.3% |
| Sioux City - IA | $41,440 | $55,680 | 34.4% |
| Dubuque - IA | $42,000 | $56,170 | 33.7% |
| Ames - IA | $43,330 | $59,320 | 36.9% |
Table data taken from 2018 BLS https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes291141.htm & https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes292061.htm