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Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing
Troy, New York · Private non-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 1300 Massachusetts Avenue, Troy, NY 12065 · Phone: (518) 268-5130 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing is a private non-profit trade school in Troy, New York offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 50.0% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, with median graduate debt of $15,250 and median earnings of $64,383 ten years after entry.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 38.6% 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 | 17 | $39,993 | $36,848 | not reported |
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
Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing is a private non-profit trade and career school located in Troy, New York. It is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and recognized by the New York State Board of Regents, State Education Department, Office of the Professions. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used at this campus. The school's primary program family is LPN / LVN programs, with 17 completers reported in the most recent data, and an undergraduate enrollment of 129 students.
According to federal data, the completion rate at this campus is 50.0%, which is below the state average of 64.0%. Median debt among graduates is $15,250, and median earnings ten years after entry are $64,383. About 38.6% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus centers on a single, focused LPN/LVN pathway rather than multi-year associate or bachelor's tracks, which may suit students seeking a shorter, hospital-based route into nursing rather than a broader degree program. Whether it fits an adult career-changer depends on details like schedule and program length that are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcomes through the accreditor listed above or by reviewing the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard for this institution.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing offers LPN / LVN programs, with 17 program completers reported in federal data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and recognized by the New York State Board of Regents, State Education Department, Office of the Professions.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used. About 38.6% of enrolled students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 50.0%, which is below the New York state average of 64.0%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $15,250, according to the College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $64,383, per federal 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 (518) 268-5130 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private non-profit school, meaning it is not operated for shareholder profit; control type can affect tuition structure and institutional mission, though specific cost comparisons are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm the duration of its LPN/LVN program.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and review official outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at the link provided by the school.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data shows a single, focused LPN/LVN program family rather than multi-year degree tracks, which may suit those seeking a shorter path into nursing, but schedule and format details are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing at (518) 268-5130 or through its website, https://www.sphp.com/careers/schools-of-nursing/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Federal data for this campus does not include direct comparisons to other nearby schools; check the College Scorecard to look up other LPN/LVN programs in the area.
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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.