How Many Times Can You Take the NCLEX RN Exam?
Failing the NCLEX RN can feel discouraging, but you are not alone — thousands of nurses face the same challenge each year. The good news? You can retake the NCLEX until you pass. But there are important rules and steps you must follow depending on your state.
✅ NCLEX Retake Policy (U.S. Standard)
According to the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN):
Candidates may take the NCLEX up to 8 times per year.
A 45-day waiting period is required between each attempt.
This means you are not limited to just one or two tries — you have multiple opportunities within a year to achieve success.
✅ Florida Board of Nursing Specific Rules
If you are testing in Florida, the Board of Nursing follows the national retake guidelines but with one major requirement:
If you fail the NCLEX three consecutive times, you must complete a Board-approved RN Remediation Program before you can test again.
💡 Nuvelle Tip: Many nurses don’t realize this rule until they receive a notification from the Florida BON. Choosing remediation earlier — even voluntarily — can save time and improve your chances of passing.
✅ Why Do Some Nurses Need Remediation?
To strengthen weak subject areas (like pharmacology or medical-surgical nursing)
To practice with structured test-taking strategies
To rebuild confidence with real-time educator support
To complete hands-on clinical training (a BON requirement in Florida)
At Nuvelle, our RN Remediation and NCLEX Coaching Programs are designed specifically for repeat test-takers who need extra support.
How Nuvelle Helps Repeat NCLEX Test-Takers
🎓 Instructor-Led Classes with licensed nurse educators
📊 Personalized Weakness Tracking to target your gaps
🩺 Supervised Clinicals for Florida BON compliance
💙 Accountability + Support so you’re never studying alone
Final Answer: How Many Times Can You Take the NCLEX RN?
There’s no lifetime limit — you can retake until you pass. But if you’re in Florida and fail three times, remediation becomes mandatory.
👉 Don’t wait until you’re forced. With Nuvelle’s Board-approved RN Remediation and NCLEX Coaching, you’ll build the skills and confidence to pass and finally move forward in your nursing career.
