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Wyoming RN License Requirements

Complete guide to becoming a Registered Nurse in Wyoming

NLC Compact State
Processing Time
2-4 weeks
Total Initial Cost
$400
Renewal Period
2 years
CE Hours Required
20 hours / 2 years

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 fingerprint background check
FBI and Wyoming DCI background check required
Mail fingerprint cards to WSBN

4 Fees

Initial Licensure

Application Fee $150
Examination Fee $200
Fingerprinting $50
Total $400

Total includes application ($150), NCLEX ($200), and fingerprinting ($50). Wyoming is an NLC compact member state. CE tracked via CE Broker.

Renewal

Renewal Fee (every 2 years) $150

Continuing Education Requirements

20
Contact hours required
2 years
Renewal cycle

Required Topics

  • • General Nursing CE: 20 hours

State Board of Nursing

Official Name
Wyoming State Board of Nursing
Phone
(307) 777-7601

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NLC Compact Member

Wyoming 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 3 official sources Last verified: January 2025