Skip to content

Edgewood College vs Milwaukee School of Engineering

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Higher NCLEX pass rate
Milwaukee School of Engineering
98.5% vs 95.9%
Lower tuition
Edgewood College
$19,656 vs $23,418
Easier to get into
Edgewood College
94.5% vs 60.4% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Edgewood College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationMadison, WIMilwaukee, WI
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate95.9%98.5%BEST
Acceptance rate94.5%BEST60.4%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$19,656BEST$23,418
In-state tuition$19,656BEST$23,418
Out-of-state tuition$19,656BEST$23,418
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has a higher NCLEX pass rate, Edgewood College or Milwaukee School of Engineering?

Milwaukee School of Engineering's MSN program has the higher first-attempt NCLEX pass rate at 98.5%, compared to 95.9% for the other program. NCLEX pass rates are the single best signal of how well a program prepares students for licensure.

Which is cheaper, Edgewood College or Milwaukee School of Engineering?

Edgewood College is the more affordable option at roughly $19,656, compared to $23,418. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Edgewood College and Milwaukee School of Engineering the same type of program?

Both are MSN 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 Edgewood College and Milwaukee School of Engineering?

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.

Want a personalized fit score?

Take the free 3-minute intake and we'll rank both programs against your GPA, location preferences, and budget.