Fitzgerald vs UWorld for the FNP exam: course or question bank?
Last checked October 18, 2026 · Sources: Fitzgerald’s FNP review pages; UWorld FNP; NPCB and ANCC for exam facts. Not hands-on tested.
Fitzgerald vs UWorld is a review course against a question bank. Fitzgerald sells structured FNP packages from $449 to $1,099, with its popular On-Demand package at $769, all with a Pass Guarantee, plus its own 1,000+ question QBank at $179 for six months. UWorld sells a 1,000+ question bank aligned to both the ANCC and AANP blueprints, with a free 7-day, 50-question trial and prices shown at checkout. Many candidates use a Fitzgerald course with a UWorld bank.
Fitzgerald vs UWorld side by side
| Fitzgerald | UWorld | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Review course packages, plus a separate QBank | Question bank only |
| Price | Packages $449 to $1,099 (On-Demand $769); QBank $179 for 6 months | At checkout; free 7-day trial |
| Questions | QBank 1,000+; packages include 150 to 500 practice questions | 1,000+ |
| Teaching | On-demand video, livestream, book, MP3 | Rationales and flashcards; no lectures |
| Access | 6 months (Online package and QBank) | 90 or 180 days; one-time reset on 180+ days |
| Guarantee | Pass Guarantee on packages | None stated |
From each provider’s own pages, checked October 18, 2026.
The main differences
Fitzgerald teaches the content; UWorld tests it. If you’ve just finished your program and want a structured review with a guarantee, Fitzgerald’s packages do that. If you know the material and want exam-style practice with detailed rationales, UWorld is the cheaper way to get it, and you can try it free first. On banks alone, Fitzgerald publishes its QBank price ($179) while UWorld shows prices at checkout.
Choose Fitzgerald if
- You want a full content review, not just questions.
- You want a pass guarantee with free remediation.
- You prefer a published price.
Choose UWorld if
- You mainly need practice questions with strong rationales.
- You want to try before you pay.
- Your program offers UWorld at institutional pricing.
Whichever you choose
If you’re taking ANCC’s FNP-BC on or after October 30, 2026, check that your materials follow ANCC’s new outline, which puts 50 of 150 scored questions on Implementation; NPCB’s blueprint is unchanged. See our 2026 FNP exam changes.
Common questions about Fitzgerald vs UWorld
Can I use both?
Yes, and many candidates do: a Fitzgerald course for content, and UWorld for extra exam-style practice.
Which question bank is cheaper?
Fitzgerald publishes $179 for six months of its QBank; UWorld shows prices at checkout, so compare there.
Which has a pass guarantee?
Fitzgerald’s packages. UWorld doesn’t state a guarantee.
Is this comparison sponsored?
No. We earn no commission from either provider.
See also best FNP prep. We first checked these details on October 12, 2026 and rechecked them on October 18, 2026. MockTestPrep is independent and is not affiliated with Fitzgerald or UWorld.