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NCLEX Practice Tests — Pennsylvania

Free practice tests for the Pennsylvania NCLEX exam, written from the Pennsylvania Board of Nursing handbook and federal standards.

Oversight: Pennsylvania Board of Nursing

About the Pennsylvania NCLEX exam

Pennsylvania Board of Nursing. Like every state, Pennsylvania adopts the federal standards as a baseline and adds state-specific requirements, fees, and procedures.

  • NCLEX + state licensing fee: approximately $200 NCLEX fee + $100 PA fee.
  • State nursing board: Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
  • Pennsylvania is NOT an NLC member; Pennsylvania has one of the highest concentrations of nursing schools and graduates in the country.

To get started, read the official Pennsylvania handbook (linked above), practice with the tests on this page until you consistently score above 70%, and then schedule your exam with the Pennsylvania Board of Nursing.

What's in the Pennsylvania exam: Practice questions modeled on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN), organized by client need category as defined by the NCSBN test plan.

Practice test FAQs

How do I get a NCLEX license in Pennsylvania?

In general you must meet the eligibility requirements, complete any required education or training, and pass the required knowledge test (and, where applicable, a skills test) administered through the Pennsylvania Board of Nursing. The exact steps, fees, and documents are set by Pennsylvania and are covered in the guide above.

Is the NCLEX exam different in Pennsylvania?

The core knowledge tested is similar across states, but Pennsylvania sets its own specific rules, procedures, passing requirements, and any state-law content. That is why it is important to study materials specific to Pennsylvania, which our NCLEX practice tests are written to reflect.

Are these Pennsylvania practice tests free?

Yes. All of our Pennsylvania NCLEX practice questions are completely free, with no sign-up or payment required, and every question includes a full explanation. You can start practicing immediately on desktop or mobile.

How should I prepare for the NCLEX exam in Pennsylvania?

Study the official NCLEX materials from the Pennsylvania Board of Nursing, focus on the most heavily tested topics, and take practice tests until you consistently score above the passing threshold. You can start with the Pennsylvania NCLEX practice tests for this state.

Where can I learn more about the NCLEX exam format and scoring?

Our NCLEX exam guide explains the test format, scoring, what is covered, and study strategies that apply in every state, including Pennsylvania.