Licensed Practical Nursing at College of the Desert
What traits are you looking for in a school for Licensed Practical Nursing, you may want to check out the program at College of the Desert. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
College of the Desert is in Palm Desert, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at College of the Desert
Online coursework is an option at College of the Desert. Of 12,861 students, 4,122 (32%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,016 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Licensed Practical Nursing Rankings at College of the Desert
These rankings give you a sense of how College of the Desert’s Licensed Practical Nursing program against peer institutions.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #22 of 68 |
| Best Value | California | #23 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #32 of 89 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #44 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #282 of 697 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #490 of 806 |
Best-Paid Careers for Licensed Practical Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Licensed Practical Nursing program at College of the Desert go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Licensed Practical Nursing majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $118,810 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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