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
This 2-year nursing program, part of a 4-year BS degree, prepares pre-nursing, transfer, and second-degree students to handle real-life health care situations and apply the latest evidence in nursing practice.
RN to BSN Online | BSN@Home
This fully online BSN program is tailored for registered nurses with an ADN (associate's degree in nursing) to help graduates advance into teaching, management, and professional specialization roles.
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
If you have a non-nursing bachelor's degree and want to become a nurse, you can earn your BSN in just 12 months. This program prepares you to become a nurse leader ready to quickly start your career.
School Nurse Certificate
Earn your school nurse certificate within your BSN nursing program or as a practicing RN with a BSN. This collaboration with the School of Education prepares nurses for roles overseeing health services in Wisconsin schools.
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.
Q&A With Sophie Butkiewicz, BSN’25
Sophie Butkiewicz talks about her experience in the accelerated BSN program, her passion for planetary health, and why she's proud to be a Badger nurse.
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.
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"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