Maine vs South Dakota for LVN Licensing
Total Fees
$320
ME
vs
$350
SD
Timeline
1-3 wks
ME
vs
2-4 wks
SD
Renewal Fee
$75
ME
vs
$115
SD
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | Maine | South Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $320 ✓ | $350 |
| Application Fee | $75 ✓ | $100 |
| Exam Fee | $200 | $200 |
| Processing Time | 1-3 weeks ✓ | 2-4 weeks |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $75 ✓ | $115 |
| CE Hours | 12 hrs | N/A |
| NLC Compact Member | Yes | Yes |
Key Differences
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Cost
Maine is $30 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: Maine
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Processing Speed
Maine processes applications in 1-3 weeks.
Winner: Maine
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Renewal Cost
Maine has lower renewal fees at $75 per cycle.
Winner: Maine
Category Winners
Lower Cost
Maine $320
vs South Dakota ($350)
Faster Processing
Maine 1-3 wks
vs South Dakota (2-4 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Maine $75
vs South Dakota ($115)
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