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Herkimer County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
Herkimer, New York · Public community college
Address: 420 East German Street, Herkimer, NY 13350 · Phone: (315) 895-2210 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Herkimer County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is a public trade school in Herkimer, NY offering LPN / LVN programs, accredited by the New York State Board of Regents.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 60.0% completion rate versus a 64.0% state average, with median graduate debt of $8,975 and median earnings of $41,763 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is $21,648, federal financial aid can be used at this Title IV-eligible school, and 63.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $54,480 | $67,180 | $76,960 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in New York (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 | 31 | $36,148 | $34,330 | not reported |
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
Herkimer County BOCES-Practical Nursing Program is a public trade school in Herkimer, NY, accredited through the New York State Board of Regents, State Education Department, Office of the Professions (Nursing). Federal financial aid applies here, meaning students may use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding. The campus is focused on a single program family, LPN / LVN programs, which accounts for 31 completers and reflects its enrollment of 58 undergraduate students.
Looking at the numbers reported in federal data: the completion rate here is 60.0%, which is near the state average of 64.0%. Graduates carry a median debt of $8,975, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,763. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $21,648, and 63.1% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student population with substantial financial need.
This program suits students seeking a focused, single-track path into practical nursing rather than a broad multi-program campus. Given the LPN focus, it may appeal to adult career-changers pursuing a shorter licensure-based credential, though specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the New York State Education Department and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most up-to-date completion, debt, and earnings figures before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers LPN / LVN programs, with 31 completers reported in the program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited through the New York State Board of Regents, State Education Department, Office of the Professions (Nursing).
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 60.0%, which is near the state average of 64.0%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $8,975, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $41,763, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $21,648.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public school, which typically means lower tuition and Title IV eligibility, as confirmed here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (315) 895-2210 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation with the New York State Education Department and review outcome data on the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The single-focus LPN program and Title IV eligibility may suit an adult career-changer, though specific scheduling and format details are not reported in federal data—contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Completing the LPN / LVN program typically leads toward practical nursing licensure, though specific licensing requirements are not detailed in this data; check with the New York State Office of the Professions.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school at (315) 895-2210 or visit https://www.herkimer-boces.org/page/adult-practical-nursing for application details.
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, debt, and earnings figures across schools.
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.