About Our Undergraduate Programs
For the last century, the UW–Madison School of Nursing has developed critical thinkers and leaders who make discoveries, enhance systems, and improve health through research, education, and practice.
As the preeminent nursing research institution in Wisconsin, we prepare students for successful and rewarding careers across all clinical and community practice settings, from the exam room to the board room. Our graduates organize disaster relief efforts and serve in the military. They educate their peers, patients, and future nurses, and they participate in groundbreaking research that transforms healthcare, improves wellbeing, and advances nursing practice.
96%
NCLEX pass rate on 1st attempt
99%
employed or enrolled in grad school within 6 months
#1
nursing school in Wisconsin
Choose Your Path
Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Apply conceptual knowledge through hands-on experiences in simulation labs and real-world care settings.
RN to BSN Online | BSN@Home
Open doors to teaching, management, and professional specialization in this online program designed for working adults.
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Get your BSN in just 12 months and become a nurse leader who is prepared to hit the ground running.
Certificates
Expand your role, advance your knowledge, and pursue new professional directions.
Why We Stand Out
Competency-based Model
Our programs build critical thinking and help you assess issues across cultures, lifespans, and care settings.
Badger Nurse Community
Find an inclusive community among your peers and make lasting connections to enhance your future nursing career.
Career
We help you get the career you want with career fairs, NCLEX study sessions, and mentorship opportunities.
Don't take our word for it...
Students share why they chose the UW–Madison School of Nursing for their undergraduate education.
Thu McKenzie ’24 shares her journey into nursing, why she chose the ABSN program at UW–Madison, and her vision for the future of health care.
"The students and faculty are all very supportive. They all want you to succeed, and no one will ever judge you for reaching out for help."
Spencer Meyer x’25
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