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Best Nursing Schools in Wisconsin (2026)

Wisconsin has 147 nursing programs across 29 cities. 69 programs report NCLEX pass rates, averaging 94%. Below are the top-ranked programs based on NCLEX performance, tuition, and program type.

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147
Total programs
6
Program types
94%
Avg NCLEX rate
69
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Top BSN Programs in Wisconsin by NCLEX Pass Rate

Ranked by most recent NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate. Data sourced from state boards of nursing.

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Top ADN, ABSN, MSN & DNP Programs in Wisconsin by NCLEX Pass Rate

Non-BSN programs ranked by most recent NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate.

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Nursing Programs in Wisconsin by Type

ADN
24 programs
Avg NCLEX: 94%
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BSN
28 programs
Avg NCLEX: 95%
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ABSN
8 programs
Avg NCLEX: 94%
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RN to BSN
14 programs
Avg NCLEX: 91%
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MSN
18 programs
Avg NCLEX: 96%
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DNP
32 programs
Avg NCLEX: 95%
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Most Affordable Nursing Schools in Wisconsin

Sorted by lowest available tuition figure (total program or annual in-state).

Northcentral Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$3,861 in / $5,615 out
Northcentral Technical College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$3,861 in / $5,615 out
Blackhawk Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$4,170 in / $5,927 out
Blackhawk Technical College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$4,170 in / $5,927 out
Northwood Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$4,524 in / $6,583 out
Northwood Technical College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$4,524 in / $6,583 out
Lakeshore Technical College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$4,649 in / $6,842 out
Lakeshore Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$4,649 in / $6,842 out
Moraine Park Technical College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. • ADN
$4,713 in / $6,917 out
Moraine Park Technical College
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. • CERT
$4,713 in / $6,917 out

Frequently Asked Questions

How many nursing schools are in Wisconsin?

There are 147 nursing programs in Wisconsin, spanning 24 ADN, 28 BSN, 8 ABSN, 14 RN to BSN, 18 MSN, 32 DNP programs.

What is the average NCLEX pass rate in Wisconsin?

Based on 69 programs with reported data, the average NCLEX-RN first-time pass rate in Wisconsin is 94%. The highest rate is 100% at Marquette University.

What is the cheapest nursing school in Wisconsin?

The most affordable option is Northcentral Technical College (ADN) at $3,861 in / $5,615 out.

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