Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing

At UW–Madison School of Nursing, we prepare nurses to lead and make a difference locally and globally. This program is for pre-nursing, transfer, and second-degree student who wants to make an impact on patients, families, and communities and are interested in a 2-year program, part of a 4-year BS degree.

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2-year
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96% NCLEX pass rate on 1st attempt

Your TBSN Experience

Use State-of-the-art Technology

You'll engage in interactive simulations with cutting-edge technology and receive over 100 hours of hands-on training under clinical experts each semester.

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Experience Diverse Clinical Sites

We arrange all clinical placements in various practice areas from schools and jails to rural and urban hospitals and clinics. Your clinical experiences will build confidence and expertise.

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Get Support for Your Career

We help you get the career you want with career fairs, NCLEX study sessions, and mentorship. Our graduates work in various healthcare settings, contributing to advancements in healthcare and nursing practice.

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Join the Badger Nurse Community

Find an inclusive community among your peers and make lasting connections to enhance your future nursing career.

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Discover Madison

Madison, often voted one of the best places to live in the U.S., blends the city and campus, green spaces and urban areas, to create a place unlike anywhere else.

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Badger Nurses in Action

Caring Through Shared Experience

For Katey Olsen ’20, nursing is a way to give back after beating childhood cancer.

Student & Alumni Stories

Using Nursing to Build the Way to Better Health Care Environments
Igor Kleytman ’08, CPEN, uses his nursing experiences to consult with medical facility designers.
Resilient by Nature
Sydney Scharrer ’20 proves that obstacles aren’t setbacks, but rather a door opening to new opportunities.
Embodying the Wisconsin Idea
Joseph Green x'25 talks about his journey from growing up on a farm in Monroe to developing a passion for bedside nursing and serving rural communities.
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