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Tuition and Fees
Nursing education is a future investment, resulting in higher earning potential and greater career choices. Lakeview College of Nursing actively works to keep costs down while maintaining high standards.
| Academic Year 2025-2026 Tuition | $520 Per Credit Hour [part-time or full-time] Regardless of Residence or enrollment status [Cost range for 1-17 hrs. = $520 - $8,840 per semester] |
| Course Fees1 | $80 Per Credit Hour* [Cost Range for 1-17 hrs. = $80 - $1,360 per semester] |
| Testing Fee2 | $190 per course |
| Lab Equipment Fee for N311, N312 and N321 | $75 for each course |
| Clinical Fee3 | $10 per clinical course |
| Graduation Fee | $200 |
| Proficiency Examination Fee | $100 per test |
| Portfolio Fee | $100 per Credit Hour |
| Audit Fee | $50 per Credit Hour |
| Late Registration Fee | $50 |
| Late Payment Fee | $50 |
| Returned Check Fee | $30 |
| Lost of Misplaced Clinical ID Badge | $25 |
| Lost or Misplaced Key Fob | $25 |
| Parking | Free |
1Course Fees: Orientation, Technology, Simulation, Library, Student Activity Fee, Assessment, Health Record Maintenance, Student Malpractice Insurance, Facilities
2Testing Fee: ATI Nursing Education [Standardized Testing, Comprehensive Predictor, NCLEX-RN Live Review, Skills Modules, Video Case Studies, Drug Guide]
3Clinical Fee: Clinical Placement
Student Insurance: Students need to carry their own health insurance coverage. Students will be financially responsible for any medical care. This includes but is not limited to needle-stick injuries, clinical injuries, emergency room, or any medical care at a clinical site.
Resources - For more information on some possible health care plans, view below:
- Health Insurance Marketplace - The U.S. government portal for the Affordable Care Act, providing information on major medical plans, qualifying for Medicaid/Medical, local resources, FAQs, and how to apply for a healthcare plan outside of open enrollment. https://www.healthcare.gov/
- Student Insurance Plans - http://www.ejsmith.com and https://www.insuranceforstudents.com
Please refer to Cost of Attendance.
| Other Expenses | |
| Semester I (Courses 311, 312, 313, 314) | $2027 |
Includes: Books ($977) Scrub Uniforms, White Coat, Shoes, Penlight, Watch with a second hand, Bandage scissors, Stethoscope, Blood Pressure Cuff with Sphygmomanometer ($350) Electronic device ($700) [Laptop - see required specs] | |
| Semester 2 (Courses 321, 322, 323, 324) | $466 |
| Includes: Books | |
| Semester 3 (Courses 431, 432, 433, 434) | $321 |
| Includes: Books | |
| Semester 4 (Courses 441, 442, 443, 444) | $623 |
Includes: Books ($251) Nursing License Costs: (approximate costs) Travel to Clinical Sites (clinical sites are generally within a 70-mile one-way radius from the College) | |
| Optional Expenses (approximate costs) | |
Oto-Opthalmascope ACLS Certification (cost set by private vendor; offered during semester 4) PALS Certification (cost set by private vendor; offered during semester 4)
| $275 $150 $150 |
Please Note:
Books, equipment, etc. may be purchased at:
- Follett Bookstore at Danville Area Community College - 217-443-8759
- Other vendors, such as Amazon or Lippincott.
Uniforms: Students will need to purchase uniforms through Star Uniform.
Patches: Students will need to purchase at least two patches, $5.00/each, available at the College. One patch for the scrub top - sewn on the upper left chest, and one for the lab coat- sewn on the upper left sleeve. See pictures for proper placements. Patches are available at the College.
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