New Jersey vs Rhode Island for NP Licensing

Total Fees

$180

$135

Timeline

4-8 wks

Renewal Fee

$160

$135

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	New Jersey	Rhode Island
Total Fees	$180	$135 ✓
Application Fee	$180	$135 ✓
Exam Fee	N/A	N/A
Processing Time	4-8 weeks	4-8 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$160	$135 ✓
CE Hours	30 hrs	20 hrs ✓
NLC Compact Member	No	No

Key Differences

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Cost

Rhode Island is $45 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Rhode Island

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Renewal Cost

Rhode Island has lower renewal fees at $135 per cycle.

Winner: Rhode Island

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Rhode Island $135

vs New Jersey ($180)

Faster Processing

New Jersey 4-8 wks

vs Rhode Island (4-8 wks)

Cheaper Renewal

Rhode Island $135

vs New Jersey ($160)

New Jersey Board

New Jersey Board of Nursing

Official Website →

Full New Jersey NP requirements →

Rhode Island Board

Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration

Official Website →

Full Rhode Island NP requirements →

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