Best Nursing Programs in Wisconsin (2026)
Compare 165 accredited nursing programs across 39 schools in Wisconsin. Find the right fit by degree type, cost, duration, and delivery format.
165
Programs
39
Schools
$75,400
Avg RN Salary
12 mo
Fastest Program
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2023
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63
MSN Programs
23
DNP Programs
11
BSN Programs
2
ADN Programs
1
LPN Programs
Nursing Education in Wisconsin
Wisconsin offers 165 accredited nursing programs across 39 institutions, covering degree levels from LPN certificates through doctoral programs. Registered nurses in Wisconsin earn an average of $75,400 per year, with 5.4% job growth projected through 2032. 95 programs offer online or hybrid delivery, making it possible to earn your degree while working.
Wisconsin participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), allowing RNs licensed in the state to practice across all compact member states without additional licensure. All nursing graduates must pass the NCLEX exam to obtain licensure.
Tuition for nursing programs in Wisconsin starts at $13,500, with community college ADN programs generally offering the lowest cost pathway to an RN license. With an average RN salary of $75,400, even the most expensive programs typically deliver a strong return on investment within 2–4 years of graduation.
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Nursing Schools in Wisconsin
39 accredited institutions offering nursing programs.
| School | Programs | Degree Types | NCLEX Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona College of Nursing | 1 | BSN | 88.3% | View |
| Rasmussen University | 3 | ADNBSNLPN | 80.8% | View |
| Excelsior University | 2 | ADNBSN | N/A | View |
| Western Governors University | 3 | BSNMSN | 91.8% | View |
| Aspen University | 2 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| National University | 4 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences | 2 | BSNMSN | 91.2% | View |
| Herzing University | 3 | BSNMSN | N/A | View |
| Marquette University | 3 | BSNDNPMSN | 100.0% | View |
| Southern New Hampshire University | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| American Public University System | 1 | BSN | N/A | View |
| Regis College | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Pennsylvania | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Cincinnati | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| University of Phoenix | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Chamberlain University | 4 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Simmons University | 3 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Capella University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Penn State World Campus | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
| Johns Hopkins University | 2 | DNPMSN | N/A | View |
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