US News & World Report continually ranks the UW-Milwaukee College of Nursing graduate programs in the top 10 percent of nursing schools. The college is highly respected as a leader in the development of innovative academic and research programs and for its pioneering work in community nursing centers. It was established in 1965 and today is the largest nursing school in Wisconsin, offering Bachelor of Science, Master of Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in nursing. UW- Milwaukee is dedicated to the discovery and dissemination of information as an institution whose goals are achieved through research, instruction, and service.

Baccalaureate Programs

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

You've come to the right place if you're looking for an excellent Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BS) Program. UWM offers its coursework at three different campuses: UW-Milwaukee, UW-Parkside and UW-Washington County in West Bend. You can complete the pre-nursing course work at the campus of your choice. Once admitted to the Nursing Major, clinical assignments vary based on the campus attended.

Collaborative Nursing Program - BS Degree for Registered Nurses (RN to BS)

The flexible RN to BS program is for the registered nurse who holds a diploma or associates degree in nursing and who wished to earn a baccalaureate degree. Most courses can be taken on campus or through our Internet-based BSN@Home program. You can progress through this undergraduate program on a full-time or part-time basis. Most students complete their degrees in 2 to 4 years.

Master's of Nursing Programs

Second Degree in Nursing (Advanced Generalist Masters)

Students with a prior degree in a field other than nursing, who are interested in nursing as a career, have two options at UW-Milwaukee. You can apply to our Bachelor's degree program in Nursing which prepares you to become a Registered Nurse or to our Advanced Generalist Master's (AGM) program to pursue a career as a graduate prepared nurse.

The Advanced Generalist Master's program in nursing at UWM prepares graduates for advanced generalist nursing practice in culturally diverse urban communities at the point of care. The program educates clinical nurse leaders who can function independently and collaboratively at the microsystems level to provide care for individuals, families, and populations within the context of population-based health.

MS/MBA

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee College of Nursing and the School of Business Administration have joined together to collaboratively offer a program designed to provide a combined nursing and business curriculum. The MS/MBA enables graduates to strengthen their performance as leaders and managers in nursing and health care administration.

Post-Nurse Practitioner Graduate Degree Completion

This program is designed for baccalaureate prepared certified nurse practitioners seeking a master's degree. This program can be completed in one calendar year of weekend and internet classes.

Doctor of Philosophy In Nursing Programs

On-campus and Online PhD

The College of Nursing at UW-Milwaukee fosters the development of scholars for many professional roles. To do this, we offer you three avenues to earn your PhD: Online, On-Campus, or BS to PhD program. In the PhD programs in nursing at UWM, nurses are prepared to conduct independent and collaborative research; develop and test nursing theory systematically, and improve the quality of care provided to populations through expanding the body of nursing knowledge. Students interact with nationally and internationally know scholars and nurse leaders. Graduates develop excellent careers as educators, researchers, and leaders in nursing in health care policy formation.

BS to PhD

UW-Milwaukee also offers a track for nurses with bachelor's degrees to pursue the PhD degree. Similar to our on-campus PhD option, courses are taught predominantly in a classroom setting. This program combines foundation courses from our MN and PhD programs allowing students to pursue research and scholarship goals at the doctoral level.

Doctor of Nursing Practice

Online Post-Master's Doctor of Nursing Practice Program

The Online Post-Master's DNP is an excellent option for those with an advanced practice nursing focused Master's degree looking to complete a terminal degree with a clinical focus. In this DNP program, students are admitted as a cohort and progress with the scheduled online course offerings as a part-time student. This 28 credit program includes a 4 credit clinical residency requirement (460 clock hours).

BS to DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice Program

For those with a baccalaureate degree in nursing who would like to obtain a terminal degree with a clinical focus, the BS to DNP is a great option. This 64 credit program allows students to focus in one of the following clinical specialization: Family Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist (options for focus in Adult, Childbearing, Pediatrics, or Psych-Mental Health). Students may also select non-clinical specialization in either systems or aggregate specialties including Community Health and System Leadership.

Certificate Programs

Health Professional Education Certificate

This certificate is designed for health professionals such as nurses, respiratory therapists, occupational therapist and others who want to be better prepared to teach clients, staff, and students within their specialty. The program is offered collaboratively through the School of Education, and Colleges of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Post-Master's Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate

This certificate is designed for master's prepared registered nurses who wish to expand their scope of practice as a family nurse practitioner. Student in this program develop their skills within a diverse, urban community specifically developing skills in critical thinking, communication, and advanced clinical decision-making. The course of study is a consecutive 12-month program beginning with the summer semester.

Public Health Certificate

This certificate is designed for students and working professionals involved in health programming, evaluation, education policy, engineering administration, research and other areas related to public health. This program is offered collaboratively through the School of Public Health, College of Nursing, and College of Health Sciences.

Information

If you are interested in this school and would like to find out more, please Request Information from University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee.