Iowa vs New Jersey for RN Licensing
Total Fees
$343
IA
vs
$465
NJ
Timeline
2-8 wks
IA
vs
4-8 wks
NJ
Renewal Fee
$99
IA
vs
$120
NJ
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | Iowa | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $343 ✓ | $465 |
| Application Fee | $93 ✓ | $200 |
| Exam Fee | $200 | $200 |
| Processing Time | 2-8 weeks | 4-8 weeks |
| Renewal Cycle | 3 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $99 ✓ | $120 |
| CE Hours | 36 hrs | 30 hrs ✓ |
| NLC Compact Member | Yes | Yes |
Key Differences
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Cost
Iowa is $122 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: Iowa
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Renewal Cost
Iowa has lower renewal fees at $99 per cycle.
Winner: Iowa
Category Winners
Lower Cost
Iowa $343
vs New Jersey ($465)
Faster Processing
Iowa 2-8 wks
vs New Jersey (4-8 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Iowa $99
vs New Jersey ($120)
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