CMM vs MatchNP: At a Glance
Here’s the TL;DR version, side by side.
The Real Cost of MatchNP’s Hourly Pricing
MatchNP only offers hourly pricing: $12-$15 per clinical hour, with the rate changing based on your specialty and location. For a standard 250-hour rotation, that adds up to $3,000 to $3,750. You won’t know your exact rate until after you’re matched. On top of that, MatchNP requires a $500 refundable deposit upon match confirmation. If you decline the match they assign you, you lose that $500. Clinical Match Me offers both flat and hourly pricing: most preceptors offer a $1,995 flat rate (standard 250-hour rotation, zero deposit and zero fees), and and some offer hourly rates instead. You choose whichever fits your rotation and save $1,000–$1,755 vs MatchNP’s hourly model.
| Transparency Comparison | Clinical Match Me | MatchNP |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing displayed on website | ✓ | ✓ |
| All fees disclosed upfront | ✓ | Partial |
| Refund policy displayed on website | ✓ | ✓ |
| Total cost predictable before signing up | ✓ | ✗ |
Detailed Comparison: MatchNP vs Clinical Match Me
| Feature | Clinical Match Me | MatchNP | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry Experience | 11+ years (founded 2014) | 4 years (founded 2021) |  |
| Founder Background | Practicing Nurse Practitioner | Practicing Nurse Practitioner | Tie |
| Payment Model | Flat OR hourly*. You typically receive a mix of offers and choose the one that fits best | $12-$15 per clinical hour (varies by specialty) | |
| Upfront Costs | $0. Pay only when matched. | $500 deposit upon match confirmation | |
| Payment Plans | Up to 24 months | Available (works with budget) | |
| Refund Policy | Simple money back guarantee | Refund only if MatchNP can’t find match. No refund if you decline. | |
| Matching Process | Preceptor-initiated (preceptors choose you) | 5-step algorithm + manual review | |
| Student Control | High: review multiple offers | Limited: accept or decline assigned match | |
| Geographic Coverage | All 50 states + automated outreach | All 50 states (claims 2,000-5,000 providers) | |
| Technology | AI-powered automated outreach | Algorithm-based matching system | |
| Pricing Transparency | Flat rate, all-inclusive, published on website | Hourly rate published, but total varies by specialty/location | |
| Reviews | 4.9/5 (Hundreds of reviews) | 3.7/5 (Facebook, 3 reviews) | |
| Trustpilot | 4.9/5 | Not listed | |
| Google Reviews | 4.9/5 | Not listed | |
| BBB Rating | A+ | Not listed | |
| Matching Speed | Preceptor offers come to you continuously | Claims 48-hour match time | Tie |
| Difficult Placements | AI outreach finds preceptors in any area | Specializes in last-minute and hard-to-place rotations | Tie |
CMM Advantages vs MatchNP Limitations
Clinical Match Me Advantages
Flexible Pricing: most preceptors offer $1,995 flat (saves $1,000+ vs MatchNP); you choose from your offers (flat and/or hourly)
Zero Upfront Cost: Pay nothing until you’re matched
Preceptor Choice: Preceptors reach out to you first
24-Month Plans: Guaranteed extended payment flexibility
Money Back Guarantee: Full refund if school rejects your preceptor
BBB A+ Rating: Top rating from the Better Business Bureau
AI Outreach: Technology reaches beyond the existing database
Hundreds of Reviews: Extensive verified feedback from real students
MatchNP Limitations
Costs $3,000-$3,750: Hourly pricing totals 50-88% more than CMM
$500 Deposit: Required upon match confirmation, lost if you decline
No Refund If You Decline: Pressures you to accept the assigned match
Unpredictable Total Cost: Rate varies by specialty and location
Minimal Review Presence: Only 3 Facebook reviews (3.7/5 rating)
Assignment Model: You get assigned a preceptor instead of choosing
No BBB Listing: Not listed on the Better Business Bureau
4 Years in Business: Founded 2021, less proven than CMM’s 11+ years
Why Clinical Match Me Wins
Iron-Clad Money Back Guarantee
School rejects your preceptor? Full refund or free replacement. Policy published in plain language.
MatchNP: $500 deposit forfeit if you decline the assigned match. Terms of Service page returns 404.
AI Outreach Across All 50 States
Our AI identifies and contacts preceptors outside the existing network. You’re not stuck with who already signed up.
MatchNP: “Proprietary algorithm.” Network size undisclosed (2,000 on LinkedIn, 5,000 on nurse.org, nothing on their site).
Preceptors Come to You
Preceptors review your profile and send offers to you. You choose from multiple pre-accepted options.
MatchNP: Algorithm assigns a match. Accept and pay, or decline and lose $500. No browsing or comparing.
Flat OR Hourly: You Choose
Most preceptors offer the $1,995 flat rate (same across specialties); a smaller group offer hourly*. You choose from your offers. No deposit, no service fee, no rush fee.
MatchNP: Hourly only. $12–$15/hr × 250 hours = $3,000–$3,750. Save $1,000–$1,755 with CMM’s flat option.
11 Years and an A+ BBB Rating
Founded 2014 by a practicing NP. Hundreds of 5-star reviews across Trustpilot and Google. A+ BBB rating.
MatchNP: Founded 2021 (also NP-founded). 3.7/5 on Facebook from 3 reviews. No Trustpilot, no Google reviews, no BBB listing.
Zero Upfront. Pay Only When Matched
Sign up, browse preceptors, review offers. All free. Only pay after you accept an offer. If nothing fits, walk away owing nothing.
MatchNP: $500 deposit upon match confirmation. Lost if you decline.
The Bottom Line: MatchNP vs Clinical Match Me
Both NP-founded. When you compare MatchNP (also Match NP) vs Clinical Match Me side by side, here’s what you actually get.
Clinical Match Me
- Flat OR hourly*. Most offer $1,995 flat (save $1,000–$1,755); some preceptors offer hourly
- Iron-clad money-back guarantee, published and enforceable
- AI outreach across all 50 states, beyond any fixed database
- You choose from pre-accepted preceptor offers
- 24-month payment plans. $0 upfront
- A+ BBB, 11 years, hundreds of Trustpilot & Google reviews
MatchNP
- Hourly only. $12–$15/hr × 250 hours = $3,000–$3,750
- Terms of Service page returns 404. No published terms
- “Proprietary algorithm,” network size inconsistent (2k–5k)
- Algorithm assigns your match. Accept or lose $500 deposit
- $500 deposit forfeit if you decline the assigned match
- Founded 2021 · No BBB listing, 3.7/5 from 3 Facebook reviews
What Students Are Saying
* About our pricing: Most of our preceptors offer the $1,995 flat rate. A smaller group of preceptors offer hourly rates, which vary by individual. You typically receive multiple offers (a mix of flat and hourly) and choose whichever works best for your situation.
Disclaimer: All information in this comparison is based on publicly available sources, including each company’s website, FAQ pages, terms of service, and third-party review platforms such as the Better Business Bureau, Trustpilot, and Google Reviews. Information was last verified in March 2026. We encourage MatchNP or anyone with updated or corrected information to contact us, and we will promptly update this page. You should evaluate all options based on your individual needs.
