Utah RN License Requirements

Complete guide to becoming a Registered Nurse in Utah

NLC Compact State
Processing Time
2-4 weeks
Total Initial Cost
$340
Renewal Period
2 years
CE Hours Required
None required

1 Education Requirements

Minimum Degree

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Requirements

  • Complete an approved pre-licensure nursing program
  • Program must be approved by state board or equivalent
  • Foreign-educated nurses must meet CGFNS requirements

Graduate from a state-approved nursing education program

2 NCLEX-RN Examination

Exam Name

NCLEX-RN

Administered By

Pearson VUE

Passing Standard

Pass/Fail (Adaptive)

Tip: Register for the NCLEX through Pearson VUE after receiving your Authorization to Test (ATT) from the state board.

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3 Background Check

FBI and Utah fingerprint background check
FBI and Utah BCI background check required
Fingerprint instructions provided upon application

4 Fees

Initial Licensure

Application Fee $90
Examination Fee $200
Fingerprinting $50
Total $340

Total includes application ($90), NCLEX ($200), and fingerprinting ($50). Utah is an NLC and APRN Compact member state.

Renewal

Renewal Fee (every 2 years) $58

Continuing Education Requirements

0
Contact hours required
2 years
Renewal cycle

State Board of Nursing

Official Name
Utah Board of Nursing
Phone
(801) 530-6628

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NLC Compact Member

Utah is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact. With a multistate license, you can practice in multiple states.

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Clinically reviewed by Clinical Review Team

Based on 5 official sources Last verified: January 2025