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Delaware vs Rhode Island for CNS Licensing

Total Fees
$181
DE
vs
$135
RI
Timeline
4-8 wks
DE
vs
4-8 wks
RI
Renewal Fee
$181
DE
vs
$135
RI

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category Delaware Rhode Island
Total Fees $181 $135
Application Fee $181 $135
Exam Fee N/A N/A
Processing Time 4-8 weeks 4-8 weeks
Renewal Cycle 2 years 2 years
Renewal Fee $181 $135
CE Hours 30 hrs 20 hrs
NLC Compact Member No No

Key Differences

Cost

Rhode Island is $46 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Rhode Island

Renewal Cost

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

Winner: Rhode Island

Category Winners

Lower Cost
Rhode Island $135
vs Delaware ($181)
Faster Processing
Delaware 4-8 wks
vs Rhode Island (4-8 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Rhode Island $135
vs Delaware ($181)

Delaware Board

Delaware Board of Nursing

Official Website →

Rhode Island Board

Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration

Official Website →

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