Massachusetts vs Pennsylvania for NP Licensing
Total Fees
$150
MA
vs
$105
PA
Timeline
4-8 wks
MA
vs
4-8 wks
PA
Renewal Fee
$180
MA
vs
$81
PA
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | Massachusetts | Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $150 | $105 ✓ |
| Application Fee | $150 | $105 ✓ |
| Exam Fee | N/A | N/A |
| Processing Time | 4-8 weeks | 4-8 weeks |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $180 | $81 ✓ |
| CE Hours | 15 hrs ✓ | 30 hrs |
| NLC Compact Member | No | No |
Key Differences
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Cost
Pennsylvania is $45 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: Pennsylvania
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Renewal Cost
Pennsylvania has lower renewal fees at $81 per cycle.
Winner: Pennsylvania
Category Winners
Lower Cost
Pennsylvania $105
vs Massachusetts ($150)
Faster Processing
Massachusetts 4-8 wks
vs Pennsylvania (4-8 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Pennsylvania $81
vs Massachusetts ($180)
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