North Carolina vs Texas for RN Licensing
Total Fees
$325
NC
vs
$378
TX
Timeline
2-4 wks
NC
vs
2-4 wks
TX
Renewal Fee
$100
NC
vs
$68
TX
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | North Carolina | Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $325 ✓ | $378 |
| Application Fee | $75 ✓ | $110 |
| Exam Fee | $200 | $200 |
| Processing Time | 2-4 weeks | 2-4 weeks |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $100 | $68 ✓ |
| CE Hours | 15 hrs ✓ | 20 hrs |
| NLC Compact Member | Yes | Yes |
Key Differences
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Cost
North Carolina is $53 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: North Carolina
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Renewal Cost
Texas has lower renewal fees at $68 per cycle.
Winner: Texas
Category Winners
Lower Cost
North Carolina $325
vs Texas ($378)
Faster Processing
North Carolina 2-4 wks
vs Texas (2-4 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Texas $68
vs North Carolina ($100)
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