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Donnelly College
Kansas City, Kansas · Private non-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 608 N 18th St, Kansas City, KS 66102 · Phone: (913) 621-6000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Donnelly College is a private non-profit trade school in Kansas City, Kansas offering LPN/LVN programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt at Donnelly College is $11,842 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,715; completion rate compared to the state average of 57.3% is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for Donnelly College in federal data; federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used, and 66.8% of students receive Pell.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $49,780 | $61,760 | $69,470 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kansas (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 | 46 | $44,694 | $39,648 | $13,400 |
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
Donnelly College is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Kansas City, Kansas. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus focuses on LPN / LVN programs, which account for its 46 recorded program completers.
Federal data shows the state average completion rate is 57.3%, though this campus's own completion rate compared to that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates who completed a program is $11,842, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,715. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 66.8% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating a large share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
Given its single program family in LPN/LVN training and a small undergraduate enrollment of 395, this campus may suit students seeking a focused entry point into practical nursing rather than a broad range of trade options. Whether the program format suits an adult career changer is not detailed in the available data. Prospective students should verify accreditation directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review current outcomes on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Donnelly College offers LPN / LVN programs, with 46 recorded completers in this program family. This is the only program family reported for this campus.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Donnelly College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Donnelly College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is 57.3%, but how Donnelly College compares to that figure is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates of Donnelly College carry a median debt of $11,842, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry for Donnelly College students are $35,715, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at (913) 621-6000 or visit https://www.donnelly.edu/ for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Donnelly College is a private non-profit school. Non-profit status generally means the school reinvests revenue into its programs rather than distributing it to shareholders, which may be relevant when comparing costs and outcomes to for-profit alternatives.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to confirm the duration of its LPN / LVN program.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status with the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data directly on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?155007.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The available data does not report program schedules or formats, so fit for adult career changers is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to ask about scheduling options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements after completing an LPN / LVN program are not detailed in the available data. Contact the school or your state's nursing board to confirm licensure requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Donnelly College at (913) 621-6000 or through its website at https://www.donnelly.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby LPN/LVN programs is not reported for this campus in federal data. You can research comparable schools using the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?155007.
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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.