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Louisiana vs West Virginia for LVN Licensing

Total Fees
$325
LA
vs
$300
WV
Timeline
4-6 wks
LA
vs
2-4 wks
WV
Renewal Fee
$60
LA
vs
$60
WV

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category Louisiana West Virginia
Total Fees $325 $300
Application Fee $75 $50
Exam Fee $200 $200
Processing Time 4-6 weeks 2-4 weeks
Renewal Cycle 1 years 2 years
Renewal Fee $60 $60
CE Hours 10 hrs 24 hrs
NLC Compact Member Yes Yes

Key Differences

Cost

West Virginia is $25 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: West Virginia

Processing Speed

West Virginia processes applications in 2-4 weeks.

Winner: West Virginia

Category Winners

Lower Cost
West Virginia $300
vs Louisiana ($325)
Faster Processing
West Virginia 2-4 wks
vs Louisiana (4-6 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Louisiana $60
vs West Virginia ($60)

Louisiana Board

Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSBPNE)

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West Virginia Board

West Virginia State Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses

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