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Minnesota vs Rhode Island for NP Licensing

Total Fees
$105
MN
vs
$135
RI
Timeline
4-8 wks
MN
vs
4-8 wks
RI
Renewal Fee
$85
MN
vs
$135
RI

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category Minnesota Rhode Island
Total Fees $105 $135
Application Fee $105 $135
Exam Fee N/A N/A
Processing Time 4-8 weeks 4-8 weeks
Renewal Cycle 2 years 2 years
Renewal Fee $85 $135
CE Hours N/A 20 hrs
NLC Compact Member No No

Key Differences

Cost

Minnesota is $30 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Minnesota

Renewal Cost

Minnesota has lower renewal fees at $85 per cycle.

Winner: Minnesota

Category Winners

Lower Cost
Minnesota $105
vs Rhode Island ($135)
Faster Processing
Minnesota 4-8 wks
vs Rhode Island (4-8 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Minnesota $85
vs Rhode Island ($135)

Minnesota Board

Minnesota Board of Nursing

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Rhode Island Board

Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration

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