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Michigan vs Rhode Island for LVN Licensing

Total Fees
$303
MI
vs
$350
RI
Timeline
4-8 wks
MI
vs
4-8 wks
RI
Renewal Fee
$43
MI
vs
$100
RI

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category Michigan Rhode Island
Total Fees $303 $350
Application Fee $43 $100
Exam Fee $200 $200
Processing Time 4-8 weeks 4-8 weeks
Renewal Cycle 2 years 2 years
Renewal Fee $43 $100
CE Hours 25 hrs 10 hrs
NLC Compact Member No Yes

Key Differences

Cost

Michigan is $47 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Michigan

NLC Compact

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

Winner: Rhode Island

Renewal Cost

Michigan has lower renewal fees at $43 per cycle.

Winner: Michigan

Category Winners

Lower Cost
Michigan $303
vs Rhode Island ($350)
Faster Processing
Michigan 4-8 wks
vs Rhode Island (4-8 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Michigan $43
vs Rhode Island ($100)

Michigan Board

Michigan Board of Nursing

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Rhode Island Board

Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education

Official Website →

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