Arizona vs Massachusetts for LVN Licensing

Total Fees

$400

$355

Timeline

2-4 wks

4-8 wks

Renewal Fee

$160

$100

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Arizona	Massachusetts
Total Fees	$400	$355 ✓
Application Fee	$150	$100 ✓
Exam Fee	$200	$200
Processing Time	2-4 weeks ✓	4-8 weeks
Renewal Cycle	4 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$160	$100 ✓
CE Hours	N/A	15 hrs
NLC Compact Member	Yes	Pending

Key Differences

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Cost

Massachusetts is $45 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Massachusetts

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Processing Speed

Arizona processes applications in 2-4 weeks.

Winner: Arizona

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NLC Compact

Arizona is an NLC compact state, allowing practice in multiple states with one license.

Winner: Arizona

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Renewal Cost

Massachusetts has lower renewal fees at $100 per cycle.

Winner: Massachusetts

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Massachusetts $355

vs Arizona ($400)

Faster Processing

Arizona 2-4 wks

vs Massachusetts (4-8 wks)

Cheaper Renewal

Massachusetts $100

vs Arizona ($160)

Arizona Board

Arizona State Board of Nursing

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Full Arizona LVN requirements →

Massachusetts Board

Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing

Official Website →

Full Massachusetts LVN requirements →

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