Maine vs Rhode Island for RN Licensing
Total Fees
$355
ME
vs
$325
RI
Timeline
1-3 wks
ME
vs
4-8 wks
RI
Renewal Fee
$75
ME
vs
$75
RI
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | Maine | Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $355 | $325 ✓ |
| Application Fee | $75 | $75 |
| Exam Fee | $200 | $200 |
| Processing Time | 1-3 weeks ✓ | 4-8 weeks |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $75 | $75 |
| CE Hours | N/A | 10 hrs |
| NLC Compact Member | Yes | Yes |
Key Differences
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Cost
Rhode Island is $30 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: Rhode Island
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Processing Speed
Maine processes applications in 1-3 weeks.
Winner: Maine
Category Winners
Lower Cost
Rhode Island $325
vs Maine ($355)
Faster Processing
Maine 1-3 wks
vs Rhode Island (4-8 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Maine $75
vs Rhode Island ($75)
Rhode Island Board
Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education
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