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Albany BOCES-Adult Practical Nursing Program
Albany, New York · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 900 Watervliet Shaker Rd, Albany, NY 12205 · Phone: (518) 862-4800 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Albany BOCES-Adult Practical Nursing Program is a public trade school in Albany, NY offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the New York State Board of Regents.
Albany BOCES-Adult Practical Nursing Program has a 74.4% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, with median graduate debt of $9,500 and median earnings of $47,733 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Albany BOCES-Adult Practical Nursing Program is $31,313, federal financial aid can be used here, and 71.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $54,480 | $67,180 | $76,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 129 | not reported | not reported | $10,275 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Albany BOCES-Adult Practical Nursing Program is a public trade and career training campus located in Albany, New York, in a large suburb setting. The school is accredited by the New York State Board of Regents, the State Education Department, and the Office of the Professions for Nursing, and it is designated as Accredited. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. The primary program awarded here is LPN / LVN training, with 129 completers recorded in federal data out of an undergraduate enrollment of 187.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 74.4%, above the state average of 64.0% for similar programs. Graduates carry a median debt of $9,500, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $47,733. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $31,313, and 71.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of financially eligible students.
This campus centers on a single practical nursing program, which may suit students seeking a focused, licensure-track credential rather than a multi-program associate degree pathway. Whether the schedule and format fit an adult career changer is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students should contact the school directly. To verify accreditation status and outcomes independently, check the listed accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers LPN / LVN programs, with 129 completers reported in federal data. It is the only program family listed for this location.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited, per its listed status. Accreditors include the New York State Board of Regents, the State Education Department, and the Office of the Professions for Nursing.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 74.4%, compared to a state average of 64.0%, placing this campus above the state average per Scorecard data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $9,500.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $47,733.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is reported at $31,313.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which may affect tuition levels and eligibility for certain state-based aid programs compared with private for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (518) 862-4800 or visit its website for current program schedules.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors and review federal outcome data directly on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for adult career changers is not reported for this campus in federal data; the single-program, licensure-focused structure may appeal to those seeking a direct LPN pathway, but scheduling details should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
The program prepares students for LPN / LVN licensure through the New York State Office of the Professions for Nursing, though specific licensing exam requirements are not detailed in this data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school by phone at (518) 862-4800 or visit its website at https://www.capitalregionboces.org/adult-education/classes-programs/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?418038 for comparable institutions.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.