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Practical Nursing in California

Practical Nursing Schools in California

8,895 students earned Practical Nursing degrees in California in the 2022-2023 year.

As a degree choice, Practical Nursing is the 90th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Practical Nursing Majors in California

Practical Nursing majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 6,309
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 6,309
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 1,432
Associate Degree 1,154

Gender Distribution

In California, a practical nursing major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of practical nursing majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 19.6%
  • Black or African American: 8.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 43.1%
  • White: 13.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.3%
  • Other Races: 15.2%
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Jobs for Practical Nursing Grads in California

In this state, there are 163,440 people employed in jobs related to a practical nursing degree, compared to 2,152,650 nationwide.

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Wages for Practical Nursing Jobs in California

In this state, practical nursing grads earn an average of $35,220. Nationwide, they make an average of $29,580.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer practical nursing degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Unitek College

Fremont
254 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,618 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 77% get financial aid. This private school has an average net price of $33,643. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 82 to 1.

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152 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,462 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 43% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $29,111.

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139 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,709 Total Students

34 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $37,342. 40% of the teachers are full time.

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#4

Pacific College

Costa Mesa
75 Degrees in Major Awarded
249 Total Students

87% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 10% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1.

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35 Degrees in Major Awarded
23,147 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 26 to 1. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $4,839. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid.

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#6

Citrus College

Glendora
32 Degrees in Major Awarded
11,863 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 80% get financial aid. The student to faculty ratio is 23 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 36%.

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30 Degrees in Major Awarded
20,080 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 37% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 24 to 1. 93% of students get financical aid.

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28 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,927 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $25,236. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 31 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it.

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#8

Southwestern College

Chula Vista
28 Degrees in Major Awarded
17,621 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $11,620. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 30% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 84% of students receive it.

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#10

Allan Hancock College

Santa Maria
27 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,248 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $4,142. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 30% are considered full time.

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Practical Nursing Careers in CA

Some of the careers practical nursing majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 17% $55,770
Nursing Assistants 15% $33,070

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to practical nursing.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Nursing 18,329
Health Sciences & Services 5,947
Public Health 5,024
Allied Health Professions 4,117
Rehabilitation Professions 3,157
Health/Medical Admin Services 3,003
Communication Sciences 2,227
Mental & Social Health Services 1,899

View all majors related to Practical Nursing

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