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Genesee Valley BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
Batavia, New York · Public community college
Address: Adult Education Office 8250 State St Rd, Batavia, NY 14020 · Phone: (585) 344-7720 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Genesee Valley BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is a public trade school in Batavia, NY offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the New York State Education Department.
Genesee Valley BOCES-Practical Nursing Program has a 73.1% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, with median graduate debt of $13,000 and median earnings of $46,695 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Genesee Valley BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is $29,880, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 72.1% 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 | 39 | $34,612 | $33,565 | $13,000 |
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
Genesee Valley BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is a public trade and career training campus located in Batavia, NY. The school is accredited through the New York State Board of Regents, State Education Department, and Office of the Professions (Nursing), and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for tuition. The campus focuses on a single program family, LPN / LVN programs, which accounted for 39 completions among its recent graduates.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 73.1%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $13,000, and median earnings 10 years after entry were reported at $46,695. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,880, and 72.1% of students received Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need.
This campus is best understood as a single-purpose LPN training site, situated in a distant-town locale, and may suit adults and career changers seeking a focused nursing credential rather than a broad associate degree pathway; program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should confirm current accreditation status directly with the New York State Education Department and review verified outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers LPN / LVN programs, with 39 recent completions in this single program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited through the New York State Board of Regents, State Education Department, and Office of the Professions (Nursing), and its status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 73.1%, which is above the New York state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $13,000.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $46,695.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,880.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which can affect tuition levels and eligibility for certain state or local funding compared to private institutions.
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 (585) 344-7720 or via https://www.gvboces.org/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the New York State Education Department and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?431196.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program is a single, focused LPN track, which may suit adults seeking a direct nursing credential, though specific scheduling or format for career changers is not reported in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
The program prepares students for LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) credentialing, though specific licensing exam details are not reported in federal data; contact the school for guidance.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (585) 344-7720 or visit https://www.gvboces.org/ for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby LPN programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?431196 to compare schools directly.
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.