Minnesota vs Wyoming for LVN Licensing

Total Fees

$350

$360

Timeline

4-8 wks

2-4 wks

Renewal Fee

$85

$110

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Minnesota	Wyoming
Total Fees	$350 ✓	$360
Application Fee	$105 ✓	$110
Exam Fee	$200	$200
Processing Time	4-8 weeks	2-4 weeks ✓
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$85 ✓	$110
CE Hours	24 hrs	20 hrs ✓
NLC Compact Member	No	Yes

Key Differences

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Cost

Minnesota is $10 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Minnesota

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Processing Speed

Wyoming processes applications in 2-4 weeks.

Winner: Wyoming

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NLC Compact

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

Winner: Wyoming

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Renewal Cost

Minnesota has lower renewal fees at $85 per cycle.

Winner: Minnesota

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Minnesota $350

vs Wyoming ($360)

Faster Processing

Wyoming 2-4 wks

vs Minnesota (4-8 wks)

Cheaper Renewal

Minnesota $85

vs Wyoming ($110)

Minnesota Board

Minnesota Board of Nursing

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Full Minnesota LVN requirements →

Wyoming Board

Wyoming State Board of Nursing

Official Website →

Full Wyoming LVN requirements →

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