Florida vs Massachusetts for RN Licensing
Total Fees
$392
FL
vs
$465
MA
Timeline
8-24 wks
FL
vs
8-12 wks
MA
Renewal Fee
$75
FL
vs
$120
MA
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | Florida | Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $392 ✓ | $465 |
| Application Fee | $110 ✓ | $230 |
| Exam Fee | $200 | $200 |
| Processing Time | 8-24 weeks | 8-12 weeks ✓ |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $75 ✓ | $120 |
| CE Hours | 24 hrs | 15 hrs ✓ |
| NLC Compact Member | Yes | Pending |
Key Differences
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Cost
Florida is $73 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: Florida
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Processing Speed
Massachusetts processes applications in 8-12 weeks.
Winner: Massachusetts
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NLC Compact
Florida is an NLC compact state, allowing practice in 40+ states with one license.
Winner: Florida
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Renewal Cost
Florida has lower renewal fees at $75 per cycle.
Winner: Florida
Category Winners
Lower Cost
Florida $392
vs Massachusetts ($465)
Faster Processing
Massachusetts 8-12 wks
vs Florida (8-24 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Florida $75
vs Massachusetts ($120)
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