Nursing Schools in Wisconsin
52 accredited nursing programs found
52
Nursing Schools
29 / 23
Public / Private
$6,547
Avg Public Tuition
55.4%
Avg Grad Rate
Registered Nurse Salary in Wisconsin
Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2024
Median Salary
$77,080
Mean Salary
$79,200
Entry Level (10th %)
$57,170
Experienced (90th %)
$103,100
RNs Employed: 59,050
vs National Median: -18% (below $93,600)
Job Growth (2023-2033): +5%
Tuition Overview
| Avg Public Tuition | $6,547 |
| Lowest Tuition | $3,861 |
| Highest Tuition | $50,700 |
| Avg Private Tuition | $32,862 |
Student Outcomes
| Avg Graduation Rate | 55.4% |
| Avg Earnings After Grad | $49,527 |
| Avg Student Debt | $17,659 |
| Total Enrollment | 210,027 |
All Nursing Schools in Wisconsin
| Institution | City | Type | Tuition (In-State) | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | Madison | Public | $11,205 | 35,665 |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee | Milwaukee | Public | $10,020 | 16,762 |
| Milwaukee Area Technical College | Milwaukee | Public | $5,017 | 11,362 |
| Madison Area Technical College | Madison | Public | $4,780 | 9,273 |
| University of Wisconsin-La Crosse | La Crosse | Public | $9,651 | 9,194 |
| University of Wisconsin-Whitewater | Whitewater | Public | $8,250 | 9,180 |
| University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire | Eau Claire | Public | $9,277 | 8,995 |
| University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh | Oshkosh | Public | $8,212 | 7,613 |
| Marquette University | Milwaukee | Private | $48,700 | 7,238 |
| University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point | Stevens Point | Public | $8,834 | 7,104 |
| University of Wisconsin-Green Bay | Green Bay | Public | $8,342 | 6,230 |
| Fox Valley Technical College | Appleton | Public | $4,916 | 6,004 |
| University of Wisconsin-Stout | Menomonie | Public | $10,142 | 5,900 |
| Northeast Wisconsin Technical College | Green Bay | Public | $4,904 | 5,853 |
| Gateway Technical College | Kenosha | Public | $4,853 | 4,657 |
| Waukesha County Technical College | Pewaukee | Public | $4,720 | 4,497 |
| University of Wisconsin-River Falls | River Falls | Public | $8,606 | 4,152 |
| Chippewa Valley Technical College | Eau Claire | Public | $4,724 | 4,127 |
| Northcentral Technical College | Wausau | Public | $3,861 | 3,479 |
| Western Technical College | La Crosse | Public | $4,716 | 3,434 |
| University of Wisconsin-Parkside | Kenosha | Public | $7,855 | 2,951 |
| Carthage College | Kenosha | Private | $36,500 | 2,628 |
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | Milwaukee | Private | $48,421 | 2,607 |
| Carroll University | Waukesha | Private | $37,230 | 2,525 |
| Blackhawk Technical College | Janesville | Public | $4,170 | 2,457 |
| Concordia University-Wisconsin | Mequon | Private | $34,250 | 2,310 |
| Moraine Park Technical College | Fond du Lac | Public | $4,713 | 2,230 |
| Herzing University-Madison | Madison | Private | $13,420 | 2,105 |
| Mid-State Technical College | Wisconsin Rapids | Public | $4,886 | 2,031 |
| Northwood Technical College | Rice Lake | Public | $4,524 | 2,026 |
| University of Wisconsin-Superior | Superior | Public | $8,487 | 1,899 |
| Lakeshore Technical College | Cleveland | Public | $4,649 | 1,838 |
| Viterbo University | La Crosse | Private | $32,350 | 1,392 |
| Southwest Wisconsin Technical College | Fennimore | Public | $4,796 | 1,277 |
| Lakeland University | Plymouth | Private | $32,286 | 1,230 |
| Edgewood College | Madison | Private | $34,850 | 1,104 |
| Marian University | Fond Du Lac | Private | $33,000 | 1,050 |
| Wisconsin Lutheran College | Milwaukee | Private | $35,080 | 1,009 |
| Alverno College | Milwaukee | Private | $32,794 | 724 |
| Ripon College | Ripon | Private | $50,700 | 720 |
| Nicolet Area Technical College | Rhinelander | Public | $4,724 | 706 |
| Mount Mary University | Milwaukee | Private | $34,390 | 703 |
| Maranatha Baptist University | Watertown | Private | $20,280 | 566 |
| Bellin College | Green Bay | Private | $28,211 | 338 |
| The Institute of Beauty and Wellness | Milwaukee | For-Profit | N/A | 207 |
| Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University | Hayward | Public | $6,030 | 205 |
| College of Menominee Nation | Keshena | Private | $6,200 | 199 |
| The Salon Professional Academy-Onalaska | Onalaska | For-Profit | N/A | 76 |
| The Professional Hair Design Academy | Eau Claire | For-Profit | N/A | 75 |
| Milwaukee Career College | Milwaukee | For-Profit | N/A | 73 |
| East-West Healing Arts Institute | Madison | For-Profit | N/A | 44 |
| Midwest College of Oriental Medicine-Racine | Racine | For-Profit | N/A | 3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing schools are in Wisconsin?
There are 52 accredited nursing programs in Wisconsin, including 29 public and 23 private institutions.
What is the average nursing school tuition in Wisconsin?
The average in-state tuition at public nursing schools in Wisconsin is $6,547. Tuition ranges from $3,861 to $50,700 across all institutions.
How much do nurses earn in Wisconsin?
The median annual salary for registered nurses in Wisconsin is $77,080, with entry-level nurses earning around $57,170 and experienced nurses earning up to $103,100. There are 59,050 RNs employed in the state.
What is the graduation rate for nursing schools in Wisconsin?
The average graduation rate across nursing programs in Wisconsin is 55.4%. The highest graduation rate belongs to The Institute of Beauty and Wellness at 91.5%.
What is the average student debt for nursing graduates in Wisconsin?
The average median student debt for graduates of nursing programs in Wisconsin is $17,659. Graduates earn a median of $49,527 within 10 years of enrollment.