Missouri vs West Virginia for LVN Licensing

Total Fees

$303

$300

Timeline

4-8 wks

2-4 wks

Renewal Fee

$55

$60

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Missouri	West Virginia
Total Fees	$303	$300 ✓
Application Fee	$55	$50 ✓
Exam Fee	$200	$200
Processing Time	4-8 weeks	2-4 weeks ✓
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$55 ✓	$60
CE Hours	N/A	24 hrs
NLC Compact Member	Yes	Yes

Key Differences

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Cost

West Virginia is $3 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: West Virginia

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Processing Speed

West Virginia processes applications in 2-4 weeks.

Winner: West Virginia

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Renewal Cost

Missouri has lower renewal fees at $55 per cycle.

Winner: Missouri

Category Winners

Lower Cost

West Virginia $300

vs Missouri ($303)

Faster Processing

West Virginia 2-4 wks

vs Missouri (4-8 wks)

Cheaper Renewal

Missouri $55

vs West Virginia ($60)

Missouri Board

Missouri State Board of Nursing

Official Website →

Full Missouri 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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