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Overview

Tuition $9,029
Licensure pass rate (2026) 90%
Duration 12–18 months
A practical nursing program that prepares graduates for NCLEX-PN licensure to provide basic nursing care under the direction of RNs and physicians, supporting health promotion, disease prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.

Career outlook

Employers hire licensed practical nurses to provide basic patient care such as monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with daily needs under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians.

Getting in

What Northwest Technical Institute asks for, taken from its own admissions page.

Entrance exam Required
Apply through School application

Program page states estimated cost including in-state tuition, fees, books and supplies is $9,029; length is two semesters and one summer term (Mon-Thu 7:00am-4:30pm). Next cohort starts Fall 2027 with applications accepted February 1 to May 31, 2027. Entrance exam, GPA and other admission criteria are not stated on the page.

Checked Oct 2026 on the school's site. Requirements change each cycle, so confirm before you apply.

Prerequisites

The prerequisites you'll need to meet to apply to this program at Northwest Technical Institute. Open a category to see each one.

Entrance exams

2

Certifications

1

Health and background checks

9

Application basics

4