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Herzing University-Madison vs University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

ABSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
$8,212 vs $13,420
Easier to get into
Herzing University-Madison
94.2% vs 86.7% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Herzing University-Madison
Accelerated BSN
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Accelerated BSN
Program typeABSNABSN
Formatin personin person
LocationMadison, WIOshkosh, WI
Length16 months16 months
NCLEX pass rate95.8%
Acceptance rate94.2%BEST86.7%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance examTEAS
Total tuition$13,420$8,212 in / $16,125 outBEST
In-state tuition$13,420$8,212BEST
Out-of-state tuition$13,420BEST$16,125
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Herzing University-Madison or University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh?

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is the more affordable option at roughly $8,212, compared to $13,420. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Herzing University-Madison and University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh the same type of program?

Both are ABSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between Herzing University-Madison and University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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