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Galen College of Nursing-Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky · Private for-profit college · Training programs available:
Address: 3050 Terra Crossing Blvd., Louisville, KY 40245 · Phone: (502) 410-6200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Galen College of Nursing-Louisville is a private for-profit trade school in Louisville, KY offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates carry a median debt of $24,166 and earn a median of $61,480 ten years after entry; the state average completion rate is 55.5%, though this campus's rate versus that average is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Galen College of Nursing-Louisville is $26,869, and the school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), with 24.6% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $48,420 | $60,460 | $65,090 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Kentucky (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 | 48 | $37,407 | $37,388 | $15,800 |
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
Galen College of Nursing-Louisville is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Louisville, Kentucky. The campus is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and it participates in federal financial aid (Title IV) programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help pay for enrollment. The school's primary offering is LPN / LVN programs, with 48 recent completers reported and total undergraduate enrollment of 4,801 across the institution.
Federal data shows a state average completion rate of 55.5% for comparable programs in Kentucky, though this campus's own completion rate versus that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $24,166, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $61,480. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $26,869, and 24.6% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a portion of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus, with its LPN / LVN program focus and large-city locale, may suit students seeking a licensed practical nursing pathway, including adults changing careers into healthcare, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported here and should be confirmed directly with the school. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and current outcome data through the listed accreditors and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Galen College of Nursing-Louisville offers LPN / LVN programs, with 48 recent completers reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the campus is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The state average completion rate is 55.5%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $24,166, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $61,480.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $26,869.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Galen College of Nursing-Louisville is a private for-profit institution, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (502) 410-6200 to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accrediting bodies and review federal outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?156471.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus's LPN / LVN program focus may fit adults pursuing a licensed practical nursing career change, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported and should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (502) 410-6200 or visit https://www.galencollege.edu/louisville for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools offering LPN / LVN programs is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard for side-by-side comparisons.
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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.