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New Mexico vs Oklahoma for LVN Licensing

Total Fees
$360
NM
vs
$335
OK
Timeline
2-4 wks
NM
vs
2-4 wks
OK
Renewal Fee
$93
NM
vs
$75
OK

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category New Mexico Oklahoma
Total Fees $360 $335
Application Fee $110 $85
Exam Fee $200 $200
Processing Time 2-4 weeks 2-4 weeks
Renewal Cycle 2 years 2 years
Renewal Fee $93 $75
CE Hours 30 hrs N/A
NLC Compact Member Yes Yes

Key Differences

Cost

Oklahoma is $25 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Oklahoma

Renewal Cost

Oklahoma has lower renewal fees at $75 per cycle.

Winner: Oklahoma

Category Winners

Lower Cost
Oklahoma $335
vs New Mexico ($360)
Faster Processing
New Mexico 2-4 wks
vs Oklahoma (2-4 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Oklahoma $75
vs New Mexico ($93)

New Mexico Board

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