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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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Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team
147
Total programs
6
Program types
94%
Avg NCLEX rate
69
With NCLEX data

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%
View DNP in Wisconsin→All states

Nursing Programs in Wisconsin by City

Drill into city-level rankings. Showing cities with at least 3 programs.

Milwaukee (28)Madison (23)Green Bay (13)Kenosha (10)Eau Claire (7)La Crosse (7)Mequon (7)Oshkosh (7)Brookfield (6)Fond du Lac (5)Appleton (3)Fennimore (3)Waukesha (3)Wauwatosa (3)

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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Helpful Guides for Wisconsin Applicants

Background reading on admissions, program length, and costs.

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