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Everything you need to choose a nurse practitioner training program in Iowa: state requirements, licensing costs, expected timelines, and salary data.
Median Salary
$129,420
in Iowa
Licensing Fees
$1,403
gov't fees only
Timeline
2.2 years – 4.5 years
to licensed
Job Outlook
+26%
Very High DemandAANP/ANCC FNP Certification Exam — National pass rate: 83%
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Compare approved training programs and find one that fits your schedule and budget. Iowa nurse practitioners earn a median salary of $129,420.
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Iowa Median
$129,420
National Median
$129,210
Iowa pays 0% above the national median.
Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024
Government licensing fees in Iowa typically range from $1,403. This includes application fees, exam fees, and initial licensing fees. Education and training program costs are additional.
The total time from starting education to receiving your license is typically 2.2 years – 4.5 years in Iowa, including education, exam preparation, and application processing.
The median annual salary for a nurse practitioner in Iowa is $129,420, compared to the national median of $129,210 (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Iowa requires the AANP/ANCC FNP Certification Exam with a national pass rate of 83%. Approved education programs will prepare you for this exam.
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Salary data from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Licensing costs derived from official Iowa licensing board data. Timelines include education, examination, and application processing. Individual program costs and durations may vary. Always verify requirements with the state licensing authority.