offered by
Board of Registration in Nursing
Bureau of Health Professions Licensure
Department of Public Health
related to
Nursing Licenses

Apply for a nursing license by exam

You just graduated from a nursing program — now you need to apply for a license in Massachusetts.
Apply online 

Contact

Board of Registration in Nursing

Phone

Main (800) 414-0168
Alternate (617) 973-0900

Online

Board of Registration in Nursing nursing.admin@state.ma.us
Public Records Requests publicrecordsadmin@massmail.state.ma.us
View all emails 

The Details

What you need

To become a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN) in Massachusetts, you must meet eligibility requirements.

Am I eligible?

To be licensed as a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN) in Massachusetts, you have to provide proof that you:

If you were educated outside of the United States, see our information for foreign educated nurses.

When can I start working as a nurse in the state of Massachusetts?

Fees

Credit card is the only accepted form of payment.

Name Fee Unit
Application fee $230 per application

How to apply

Log into the online application portal to complete your RN or LPN license application.

If you have questions regarding your application, contact Professional Credential Services, Inc. toll-free at (877) 887-9727.

More info

  • Massachusetts does not have a 'graduate nurse' status
  • Massachusetts does not issue temporary licenses and does not take part in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).

Contact

Address
239 Causeway St., Suite 500, 5th Floor, Boston, MA 02114
directions 
Phone
Main (800) 414-0168
Alternate (617) 973-0900
Online
Board of Registration in Nursing nursing.admin@state.ma.us
Public Records Requests publicrecordsadmin@massmail.state.ma.us
View all emails 
Fax
(617) 973-0984

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