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Wisconsin Lutheran College vs Ottawa University-Milwaukee

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

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Ottawa University-Milwaukee
$13,296 vs $35,080

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Wisconsin Lutheran College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Ottawa University-Milwaukee
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationMilwaukee, WIBrookfield, WI
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate100%
Acceptance rate79.0%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exameither
Total tuition$35,080$13,296BEST
In-state tuition$35,080$13,296BEST
Out-of-state tuition$35,080$13,296BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Wisconsin Lutheran College or Ottawa University-Milwaukee?

Ottawa University-Milwaukee is the more affordable option at roughly $13,296, compared to $35,080. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Wisconsin Lutheran College and Ottawa University-Milwaukee the same type of program?

Both are BSN 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 Wisconsin Lutheran College and Ottawa University-Milwaukee?

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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