Licensed Practical Nurse License Cost in Rhode Island
Documented LPN license fees for Rhode Island are not published in this dataset, so the total cost varies. Check the current fee schedule with the state board before budgeting.
Figures below come from the same dataset as the full guide and list only what the state publishes. Anything not published is marked “varies — check the board” rather than guessed.
LPN license cost — Rhode Island at a glance
| Pre-license education | Varies — check the board |
| Exam fee | Varies — check the board |
| Application fee | Varies — check the board |
| License fee | Varies — check the board |
| Documented fees total | Not published |
| BLS median annual wage | $64,400 (licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses) |
Fees vs. median pay
The BLS median annual wage for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses is $64,400. Actual local earnings vary widely by market and experience — use the career ROI tool to model your own numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What does a LPN license cost in Rhode Island?
Documented fees for Rhode Island are not published in this dataset — check the state board for the current fee schedule.
Are the exam fee and the license fee the same thing in Rhode Island?
No. The exam fee covers sitting for the test, while the application and license fees cover processing and issuing the credential. Each is listed separately in the table above where the state publishes it.
How much does LPN training cost in Rhode Island?
Training-hour requirements for Rhode Island are not published here — ask the state board for the approved programs and their costs.
Is a LPN license in Rhode Island worth the cost?
The BLS median annual wage for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses is $64,400. Earnings vary widely by state and market — treat this as a planning estimate, not a promise.
Budget your LPN licensing in Rhode Island
Turn the fees above into a dated budget, then check what the Rhode Island board charges on top.
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This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with the state board and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).