Nurse License Guide

Your Complete Guide to Nursing License Requirements

State-by-state requirements, endorsement guides, NLC compact information, and tools to help you get licensed faster.

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California

450,000+ active RNs

Texas

350,000+ active RNs

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Florida

300,000+ active RNs

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New York

280,000+ active RNs

Pennsylvania

190,000+ active RNs

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Ohio

180,000+ active RNs

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Getting Started Guides

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How to Get Your RN License

Step-by-step guide from nursing school to your first license
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Transfer Your License (Endorsement)

Move your nursing license to another state
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Understanding the NLC Compact

Practice in 36+ states with one multistate license
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NCLEX-RN Exam Guide

Everything you need to know about the licensing exam

Free Tools

Reciprocity Checker

Check if your license transfers to another state

License Cost Calculator

Estimate total costs for licensing in any state

CE Hours Tracker

Track your continuing education requirements

Work in 36+ States with One License

The Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) allows nurses to have one multistate license with the privilege to practice in their home state and other compact states.

  • No additional license applications needed
  • Work in-person or via telehealth
  • Ideal for travel nurses
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NLC Member States Include:

TexasFloridaArizonaColoradoGeorgiaOhioPennsylvaniaVirginiaNorth CarolinaTennesseeMissouriKentucky +24 more

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