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Edgewood College vs Milwaukee School of Engineering

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

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 typeDNPDNP
Formatin personin person
LocationMadison, WIMilwaukee, WI
Length36 months36 months
NCLEX pass rate98.5%
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 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 DNP 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.

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