Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing
At the UW–Madison School of Nursing, we prepare nurses to become leaders in the profession and society so they can make a difference in the communities they serve. This program is for pre-nursing, transfer, and second degree students. The two-year nursing curriculum is part of the four-year UW–Madison bachelor of science degree, and prepares students to make a positive impact on health care.
Applications Open:
November 24-January 15
In-person delivery
2-year time frame
#8 BSN program
2026 U.S. News & World Report
Five Reasons to Choose a Career in Nursing
Nursing is more than bedside care. It’s about advocacy, critical thinking, and caring—driving innovation and making meaningful changes in communities locally and globally. Nurses stand at the intersection of science and humanity, compassion and problem solving, care and leadership.
Your UW–Madison TBSN Experience
Use State-of-the-Art Technology
Experience advanced simulations and gain over 100 hours of hands-on clinical training each semester, all under the guidance of experienced professionals using the latest health care technology.
Gain Experience in Varied Clinical Settings
Build confidence and clinical expertise through placements that we arrange for you across a wide range of settings—from schools and correctional facilities to rural and urban hospitals and clinics.
Join the Badger Nurse Community
Connect with an inclusive, supportive network of peers and Badger nurse alumni. Build lasting relationships that strengthen your nursing journey and open doors to future opportunities.
Expand Your Learning Opportunities
We offer many opportunities to enhance your undergraduate experience through optional programs including Honors, BSN to Master of Public Health, Early Entry PhD, and more.
Career Outcomes
We prepare you for success with career fairs, NCLEX prep, and mentorship opportunities. UW–Madison BSN graduates achieve strong career outcomes:
- 84% secured a job before graduation
- 96% passed the NCLEX on their first try
- 99% are employed or enrolled in graduate school within six months
- Graduates’ median starting salary is $82,170
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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Student & Alumni Stories
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Where are they now? Alumni Spotlight: Faleasha Gallagher ’19, MPH’21
Faleasha Gallagher ’19, a Poynette native, realized her dream of becoming a Badger nurse. From CNA roles to ICU care, she’s served through the pandemic and now works in a trauma ICU.
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Your Future in Nursing: A Career Where Individual Care Makes Collective Impact
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Close to Home
Macy Deaton’s path to nursing is rooted in reducing barriers.