Alabama vs North Carolina for RN Licensing
Total Fees
$348
AL
vs
$325
NC
Timeline
4-8 wks
AL
vs
2-4 wks
NC
Renewal Fee
$100
AL
vs
$100
NC
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | Alabama | North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $348 | $325 ✓ |
| Application Fee | $100 | $75 ✓ |
| Exam Fee | $200 | $200 |
| Processing Time | 4-8 weeks | 2-4 weeks ✓ |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $100 | $100 |
| CE Hours | 24 hrs | 15 hrs ✓ |
| NLC Compact Member | Yes | Yes |
Key Differences
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Cost
North Carolina is $23 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
Category Winners
Lower Cost
North Carolina $325
vs Alabama ($348)
Faster Processing
North Carolina 2-4 wks
vs Alabama (4-8 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Alabama $100
vs North Carolina ($100)
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