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Galen Health Institutes-Gainesville
Gainesville, Florida · Private for-profit college
Address: 7001 SW 24th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32607 · Phone: (352) 224-7324 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Galen Health Institutes-Gainesville is a private for-profit trade school in Gainesville, FL offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and SACS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $24,166 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $61,480; completion rate versus the state average is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid is available (Title IV), and about 65.8% 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 | $50,450 | $61,770 | $64,710 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Florida (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 | 2 | $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 Health Institutes-Gainesville is a private for-profit trade school located in Gainesville, Florida, a midsize suburb. The campus participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students may qualify for FAFSA-based aid. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The school's primary offering is LPN / LVN programs, with two programs reported under this family and a total program count of one family listed in federal data. Total undergraduate enrollment is 668 students.
Federal Scorecard data shows some but not all outcome figures for this campus. Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the state average completion rate is listed at 70.5%. Median debt for graduates who completed a program is $24,166, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $61,480. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 65.8% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
This campus centers on LPN / LVN training, a program type generally suited to those seeking direct-entry nursing credentials rather than a broader associate degree pathway; specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling directly with the school. Prospective students, including career changers, should verify accreditation status and review full outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling, and contact the school directly for current tuition and program length details.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers LPN / LVN programs, listed as its sole program family in federal data, with two programs reported under that family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning students can apply for FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants. About 65.8% of students at this campus currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
Completion rate compared to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. The state average completion rate is listed at 70.5% for context.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $24,166, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $61,480, per federal Scorecard data.
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 directly at (352) 224-7324 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition structure and financial aid options compared to public or non-profit institutions; prospective students should review cost and outcome data carefully.
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 program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the listed accreditors and review detailed federal outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?498085.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements after program completion are not reported in this data; contact the school to learn about LPN licensure requirements in Florida.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the campus by phone at (352) 224-7324 or visit https://galencollege.edu/campuses/gainesville for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in this listing; use the College Scorecard link to compare outcomes across institutions offering similar programs.
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.