North Carolina vs Pennsylvania for LVN Licensing
Total Fees
$325
NC
vs
$345
PA
Timeline
2-4 wks
NC
vs
4-8 wks
PA
Renewal Fee
$100
NC
vs
$65
PA
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | North Carolina | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $325 ✓ | $345 |
| Application Fee | $75 ✓ | $95 |
| Exam Fee | $200 | $200 |
| Processing Time | 2-4 weeks ✓ | 4-8 weeks |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $100 | $65 ✓ |
| CE Hours | 30 hrs | N/A |
| NLC Compact Member | Yes | Yes |
Key Differences
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Cost
North Carolina is $20 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: North Carolina
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Processing Speed
North Carolina processes applications in 2-4 weeks.
Winner: North Carolina
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Renewal Cost
Pennsylvania has lower renewal fees at $65 per cycle.
Winner: Pennsylvania
Category Winners
Lower Cost
North Carolina $325
vs Pennsylvania ($345)
Faster Processing
North Carolina 2-4 wks
vs Pennsylvania (4-8 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Pennsylvania $65
vs North Carolina ($100)
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