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Marquette University vs University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

MSN 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
$9,676 vs $23,845
Easier to get into
Marquette University
87.4% vs 86.7% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Marquette University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationMilwaukee, WIOshkosh, WI
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate87.4%BEST86.7%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$23,845$9,676 in / $19,560 outBEST
In-state tuition$23,845$9,676BEST
Out-of-state tuition$23,845$19,560BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Marquette University or University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh?

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh is the more affordable option at roughly $9,676, compared to $23,845. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Marquette University and University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh 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 Marquette University 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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