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Maryland vs Rhode Island for CNM Licensing

Total Fees
$50
MD
vs
$135
RI
Timeline
4-8 wks
MD
vs
4-8 wks
RI
Renewal Fee
$210
MD
vs
$135
RI

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category Maryland Rhode Island
Total Fees $50 $135
Application Fee $50 $135
Exam Fee N/A N/A
Processing Time 4-8 weeks 4-8 weeks
Renewal Cycle 2 years 2 years
Renewal Fee $210 $135
CE Hours N/A 20 hrs
NLC Compact Member No No

Key Differences

Cost

Maryland is $85 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Maryland

Renewal Cost

Rhode Island has lower renewal fees at $135 per cycle.

Winner: Rhode Island

Category Winners

Lower Cost
Maryland $50
vs Rhode Island ($135)
Faster Processing
Maryland 4-8 wks
vs Rhode Island (4-8 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Rhode Island $135
vs Maryland ($210)

Maryland Board

Maryland Board of Nursing

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Rhode Island Board

Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration

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