Massachusetts vs Vermont for RN Licensing
Total Fees
$465
MA
vs
$400
VT
Timeline
8-12 wks
MA
vs
1-2 wks
VT
Renewal Fee
$120
MA
vs
$150
VT
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | Massachusetts | Vermont |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $465 | $400 ✓ |
| Application Fee | $230 | $150 ✓ |
| Exam Fee | $200 | $200 |
| Processing Time | 8-12 weeks | 1-2 weeks ✓ |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $120 ✓ | $150 |
| CE Hours | 15 hrs ✓ | 20 hrs |
| NLC Compact Member | Pending | Yes |
Key Differences
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Cost
Vermont is $65 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: Vermont
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Processing Speed
Vermont processes applications in 1-2 weeks.
Winner: Vermont
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NLC Compact
Vermont is an NLC compact state, allowing practice in 40+ states with one license.
Winner: Vermont
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Renewal Cost
Massachusetts has lower renewal fees at $120 per cycle.
Winner: Massachusetts
Category Winners
Lower Cost
Vermont $400
vs Massachusetts ($465)
Faster Processing
Vermont 1-2 wks
vs Massachusetts (8-12 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Massachusetts $120
vs Vermont ($150)
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