Infinity College
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Online programsYes
Best Online Nursing Programs in Opelousas, LA (2026)
Opelousas, Louisiana has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs, with tuition ranging from $4,221 to $24,631 per year for indexed programs. Opelousas has a population of about 15,662. Median household income is $36,260 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 10.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Louisiana, the top-earning nursing-related role is Nurse Anesthetist at a median $222,130 annually (BLS, May 2025).
Closest Nursing Schools to Opelousas
The 5 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 5 schools in our directory that offer nursing programs near Opelousas. Distances are calculated from Opelousas city center.
How We Rank Schools
Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:
- Graduation rate 30%
- Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
- Average net price (lower is better) 20%
- Retention rate 15%
- Fully online availability 10%
Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from Opelousas. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.
South Louisiana Community College
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Online programsYes
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Published tuition$10,418 - $24,631
Online programsYes
Delta College of Arts & Technology-Lafayette Campus
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Online programs--
Baton Rouge Community College
Published tuition$4,221 - $16,303
Online programsYes
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Louisiana schools on the Louisiana nursing page.
Nursing Wages Near Opelousas
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage (Louisiana, statewide) |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $80,230 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,470 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $222,130 |
| Nurse Midwife | $119,280 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $125,600 |
| Nursing Assistant | $30,510 |
Source: BLS, May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Opelousas at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 15,662 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $36,260 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 10.9% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Nursing-related employment in St. Landry County | 1,326 workers, 41 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Opelousas-Area Cities With Nursing Programs
- Lafayette, LA – 22.2 mi away (267,376 pop)
- Abbeville, LA – 38.3 mi away (20,139 pop)
- New Iberia, LA – 39.4 mi away (30,386 pop)
- Baton Rouge, LA – 57.1 mi away (589,675 pop)
- Alexandria, LA – 57.5 mi away (82,995 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited nursing schools are near Opelousas, LA?
Our directory has 5 accredited schools offering nursing programs near Opelousas. The closest is Infinity College in Lafayette, LA (19.8 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is Baton Rouge Community College (56.8 miles). 4 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying nursing roles in Louisiana?
Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying nursing-related roles in Louisiana are: Nurse Anesthetist ($222,130), Nurse Practitioner ($125,600), Nurse Midwife ($119,280). Wages for Opelousas workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.
Should I look at programs in Lafayette instead of Opelousas?
Lafayette, LA is 22.2 miles from Opelousas and has its own set of local nursing programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Opelousas an affordable place to study nursing?
Opelousas’s median household income of $36,260 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Opelousas while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Louisiana public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
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Data verified: June 11, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.