Rhode Island vs Virginia for RN Licensing
Total Fees
$325
RI
vs
$320
VA
Timeline
4-8 wks
RI
vs
4-6 wks
VA
Renewal Fee
$135
RI
vs
$140
VA
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | Rhode Island | Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $325 | $320 ✓ |
| Application Fee | $135 ✓ | $190 |
| Exam Fee | $200 | $200 |
| Processing Time | 4-8 weeks | 4-6 weeks ✓ |
| Renewal Cycle | 2 years | 2 years |
| Renewal Fee | $135 ✓ | $140 |
| CE Hours | 10 hrs ✓ | 15 hrs |
| NLC Compact Member | Yes | Yes |
Key Differences
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Cost
Virginia is $5 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: Virginia
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Processing Speed
Virginia processes applications in 4-6 weeks.
Winner: Virginia
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Renewal Cost
Rhode Island has lower renewal fees at $135 per cycle.
Winner: Rhode Island
Category Winners
Lower Cost
Virginia $320
vs Rhode Island ($325)
Faster Processing
Virginia 4-6 wks
vs Rhode Island (4-8 wks)
Cheaper Renewal
Rhode Island $135
vs Virginia ($140)
Rhode Island Board
Rhode Island Board of Nurse Registration and Nursing Education
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