The credential step most US state boards demand before they let you take NCLEX.
TruMerit (formerly CGFNS International) evaluates your nursing education against US RN standards. Some US states (CA, NY, IL, FL and more) require a TruMerit or state-specific evaluation before they issue your ATT to sit NCLEX. TruMerit also runs VisaScreen — required for most US occupational work visas.
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Is TruMerit / CGFNS right for you?
Comparable / Somewhat Comparable / Not Comparable — not pass/fail
See per-destination minimum scores in the country selector.
TruMerit (formerly CGFNS International) evaluates your nursing education against US RN standards. Some US states (CA, NY, IL, FL and more) require a TruMerit or state-specific evaluation before they i
Where is TruMerit / CGFNS accepted?
Pick your destination to see the regulator, minimum score, and timing guidance.
Always confirm requirements with the official regulator or exam provider before booking.
Your 4-step pathway
- 1
Confirm your state board accepts CGFNS / TruMerit (most do)
- 2
Open a TruMerit account; select CES Professional Report or VisaScreen
- 3
Request transcripts + licence verification sent direct to TruMerit
- 4
Receive evaluation; submit to your state board → ATT for NCLEX
Cost & timeline
What TruMerit / CGFNS actually costs and how long prep takes
Three things to budget before you book — fee total, prep weeks, and how to plan around your job.
What you'll spend, end to end
$440.00
- TruMerit CES Professional ReportUSD 485 base
- VisaScreen certificateUSD 740
- English proficiency portion (if bundled)USD 40 – 100
- Document courier + notarisationUSD 40 – 120
How long prep usually takes
10 weeks
- CES Professional Report (education-only)0 min
- CES Professional Report (education + licence)0 min
- VisaScreen certificate (required for most US work visas)0 min
- CGFNS Qualifying Exam (rare; state-specific)0 min
Pick a study plan that fits your life
We'll match you to a 4-, 8-, or 12-week schedule based on your start date, target score, and weekly study hours — no generic plans.
Your state board receives the CES report. You do not mail it. Verify receipt in the board's online portal after CGFNS confirms it was sent.
Avoid these
Mistakes that cost TruMerit / CGFNS candidates time and money
Read once. The four below are the most expensive errors we see in exam-prep advisor sessions — they're easy to avoid when you know what to watch for.
Buying CGFNS CES before confirming your state board requires it.
Sending transcripts yourself — the school or board must send them directly.
Confusing CGFNS with the actual nursing licence — it is only credential evaluation.
Skipping VisaScreen assuming it is optional — it is mandatory for most US work visas.
Common questions
Top questions about TruMerit / CGFNS
Is CGFNS the same as NCLEX?
Do every US state require CGFNS?
What is VisaScreen and do I need it?
How long does CGFNS take?
My nursing school in Nigeria is slow — what can I do?
Can I reuse my CGFNS report for multiple states?
Does CGFNS accept degrees from Francophone African countries?
Prepare for TruMerit / CGFNS the right way.
Aligned with your destination pathway — not generic prep.
Small cohorts, weekly sessions on Zoom. Recorded for replay.
Watch anywhere, at your own pace. Bookmark + revisit.
Mock exams every week with instant feedback + answer reasoning.
Direct WhatsApp + weekly Q&A clinic with experienced nurses.
Live dashboard showing your readiness score per topic.
Prep matched to your destination — NMC, NCLEX, AHPRA, SCFHS.
Ready to start?
Pick Online. We'll match you with the next cohort and your personal study plan within 24 hours.
We do not sell exam vouchers. You book and pay official exam bodies directly. We provide preparation and guidance only — no guarantees.
Not sure if TruMerit / CGFNS is the right exam for your nursing pathway?
Tell us your destination and current step. We'll match you to the right exam, the regulator-correct sequence, and a 4-step plan — in 2 minutes, free.