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Shawsheen Valley School of Practical Nursing
Billerica, Massachusetts · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 100 Cook St, Billerica, MA 01821 · Phone: (978) 671-3646 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Shawsheen Valley School of Practical Nursing is a public trade school in Billerica, Massachusetts offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Shawsheen Valley School of Practical Nursing has an 80.0% completion rate, above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median debt and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at Shawsheen Valley School of Practical Nursing is $38,717, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 54.3% 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 | $61,690 | $80,220 | $84,570 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Massachusetts (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 | 32 | $57,194 | $53,984 | $7,076 |
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
Shawsheen Valley School of Practical Nursing is a public trade school located in Billerica, Massachusetts. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Technical and Career Institutions, and it participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based aid such as Pell Grants. The campus offers one program family, LPN / LVN programs, which accounted for 32 completers in the most recent reporting period.
According to federal data, the campus's completion rate is 80.0%, above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%. Median debt of graduates and median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $38,717, and 54.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of low-income enrollment.
This school is likely to suit students seeking a focused, single-track path into practical nursing rather than a broad multi-program campus, and its small enrollment (37 undergraduates) suggests a tight-knit training environment. Because the program is Title IV-eligible and accredited, adult learners and career changers can use federal aid to help finance training. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with COE and NEASC-CTCI, and confirm outcome data through 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, its only program family, with 32 completers reported.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Technical and Career Institutions.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA-based aid including Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.0%, which is above the Massachusetts state average of 59.7%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (978) 671-3646 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported cost of attendance is $38,717 per year.
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 under state oversight and often has lower or subsidized tuition compared to for-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the federal data provided; contact the school directly at (978) 671-3646 or via its website for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the Council on Occupational Education and NEASC-CTCI, and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?412535.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The single-program focus on LPN/LVN training and small enrollment suggest a concentrated path suitable for career changers, though specific adult-learner services are not reported in this data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing requirements are not reported in this data; contact the school directly for information on LPN licensure exams and requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (978) 671-3646 or visit its website at https://www.shawsheenpracticalnursing.com/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates and costs with other LPN programs.
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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.