North Dakota LPN to RN/BSN Programs
The urgent need for skilled nurses is leading many North Dakota LPNs to consider going back to school to earn a registered nursing degree. The state has a multitude of LPN to RN bridge programs to help LPNs earn an ADN or BSN degree. RNs enjoy more autonomy, increased upward mobility, and substantially higher salaries. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that North Dakota RNs earn an average of $17,640 more annually than LPNs in the state do.
Are you looking for additional information on the LPN to RN educational pathway? Learn more about taking and passing the NCLEX-RN exam and check out the North Dakota Board of Nursing for information on licensing, nursing programs, and organizations for nurses in the state.
List of 2024 LPN to RN or LPN to BSN Programs in ND
Below is the 2024 best comprehensive list of LPN to RN programs in North Dakota. Some of these programs may be listed as "RN", however that may mean ADN or BSN degree, please visit the school's website for program details.
| Program | Website |
|---|---|
LPN to RN/BSN Online Online Program - Achieve offers a fast-track program that combines the effectiveness of real classroom learning with the speed of credit-by- examination. NOTE: MUST BE A LPN/LVN TO APPLY | achievetestprep.com |
Bismarck State College LPN to ADN 500 E Front Ave Bismarck, ND (701) 224-2468 | dakotanursing.org |
Dakota College at Bottineau LPN to ADN 105 Simrall Blvd Bottineau, ND (701) 228-5433 | dakotanursing.org |
Lake Region State College LPN to ADN 1801 College Drive N Devil's Lake, ND (701) 662-1600 | dakotanursing.org |
North Dakota State College of Science LPN to ADN 800 6th St N Wahpeton, ND (800) 342-4325 | ndscs.edu |
North Dakota State University LPN to BSN 1919 University Drive North Fargo, ND (701) 231-7395 | ndsu.edu |
University of Mary LPN to BSN 7500 University Drive Bismarck, ND (701) 355-8030 | umary.edu |
University of North Dakota LPN to BSN 430 Oxford St Stop 9025 Grand Forks, ND (701) 777-4174 | nursing.und.edu |
Williston State College LPN to ADN 1410 University Ave Williston, ND (701) 774-4290 | dakotanursing.org |
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North Dakota LPN vs RN Salary Comparison By Area
The table below compares the annual salary of a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to a registered nurse (RN), along with the percent increase that can be expected. The data was collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for LPNs and RNs in North Dakota.
On average an RN in North Dakota earns $46,075, which is 4% less than the national average for registered nurses ($48,109).
| City/Area | Avg LPN Salary | Avg RN Salary | % Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo - ND | $45,530 | $67,250 | 47.7% |
| Bismarck - ND | $47,500 | $62,500 | 31.6% |
Table data taken from 2018 BLS https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes291141.htm & https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes292061.htm