Kansas vs West Virginia for LVN Licensing

Total Fees

$325

$300

Timeline

2-4 wks

Renewal Fee

$75

$60

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Kansas	West Virginia
Total Fees	$325	$300 ✓
Application Fee	$75	$50 ✓
Exam Fee	$200	$200
Processing Time	2-4 weeks	2-4 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$75	$60 ✓
CE Hours	30 hrs	24 hrs ✓
NLC Compact Member	Yes	Yes

Key Differences

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Cost

West Virginia is $25 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: West Virginia

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Renewal Cost

West Virginia has lower renewal fees at $60 per cycle.

Winner: West Virginia

Category Winners

Lower Cost

West Virginia $300

vs Kansas ($325)

Faster Processing

Kansas 2-4 wks

vs West Virginia (2-4 wks)

Cheaper Renewal

West Virginia $60

vs Kansas ($75)

Kansas Board

Kansas State Board of Nursing

Official Website →

Full Kansas LVN requirements →

West Virginia Board

West Virginia State Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses

Official Website →

Full West Virginia LVN requirements →

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