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Orleans Niagara BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
Lockport, New York · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 50 Main Street, Lockport, NY 14094 · Phone: 71673168004446 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Orleans Niagara BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is a public trade school in Lockport, New York, offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the New York State Board of Regents.
Orleans Niagara BOCES-Practical Nursing Program has a 100.0% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, and graduates carry a median debt of $13,198, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Orleans Niagara BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is $22,069, and federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here. About 82.9% 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 | 9 | $35,309 | $31,423 | $12,568 |
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
Orleans Niagara BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is a public trade school campus located in Lockport, New York, in a fringe town setting outside a larger metro area. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid, including Pell Grants, to help pay for tuition. It is accredited through the New York State Board of Regents, the State Education Department, and the Office of the Professions for Nursing. The campus concentrates on one program family, LPN / LVN programs, which accounted for 9 completions in the most recent reporting period out of a total undergraduate enrollment of 30.
Federal Scorecard data shows a completion rate of 100.0%, well above the state average of 64.0%, placing this campus above the state average for completion. Graduates carry a median debt of $13,198. Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $22,069, and 82.9% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with substantial financial need.
This single-program campus is built around practical nursing training, a field typically completed in a matter of months rather than years, which may suit adults changing careers who want a defined credential path. Because the data here reflects one concentrated program rather than a broad associate-degree catalog, prospective students should confirm current program length, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the school by phone or via its website. Accreditation and outcome figures can be independently verified through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The campus offers LPN / LVN programs, listed as its single program family with 9 completions reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by 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 aid programs, so FAFSA-based aid including 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 100.0%, compared to a New York state average of 64.0%, placing this campus above the state average.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $13,198, per federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $22,069.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means it operates through a BOCES or state education system rather than a for-profit or private non-profit entity; this can affect tuition rates and oversight.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm the LPN program schedule.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and outcomes through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?441593.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus centers on a single practical nursing program, which by nature is a focused, shorter credential path; whether it fits a specific career-changer's needs should be confirmed with the school.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
The program prepares students in practical nursing (LPN), which is regulated by the New York State Education Department Office of the Professions for Nursing; specific licensing exam requirements should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact the school by phone at 716-731-6800 or visit its website at https://www.onboces.org/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby LPN programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, cost, and debt across schools.
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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.