University of Wisconsin–Madison
Brandon Kreger, the 2026 BSN undergraduate speaker, stands on stage at graduation with his arms raised.

Where the future of nursing meets the challenges of today

Bachelor of Science
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Doctor of Philosophy

Learn, lead, and innovate at one of the best schools of nursing in the nation

1,000+

Current enrollment
(pre-nursing through graduate students) 

8th

2026 Best Undergraduate
Nursing Program
U.S. News & World Report
(5th among public universities)

72/72

Wisconsin counties with
Badger Nurses

UW–Madison School of Nursing faculty—Dr. Zahner, Dr. Gillespie, and Dr. Lor— sit in chairs and have a round table discussion with guests at the special Centennial Edition Littlefield Leadership Lecture.

27th Annual Littlefield Leadership Lecture

Out of the Shadow: Why Nursing Must Lead AI, Not Follow

With Dr. Roy L. Simpson | September 29, 5:00 p.m.

Artificial intelligence is already influencing health care decisions, research, and patient care, often before nursing perspectives are fully represented in its design. Join Dr. Roy L. Simpson as he examines the opportunities, risks, and leadership challenges AI presents for the nursing profession in the 2026 Littlefield Leadership Lecture.

Learn more and register

The UW–Madison Difference

The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Nursing educates undergraduate nurses, advanced practice clinicians, and nurse scientists who lead health care, research, and policy across Wisconsin and beyond.

Student-Centered Education

Student life pairs the resources of a world-class university with a supportive community environment focused on nursing.

The TBSN Class of 2024 stands on the staircase in Cooper Hall wearing their white coats and making the W hand sign.
Dr. Maichou Lor and a graduate student work on research at a laptop.

A Leader in Research and Scholarship

We believe that nursing is a powerful instrument for improving the human condition, and we’re consistently ranked among the top public universities for overall research funding.

Creating Community

Signe Skott Cooper Hall supports the health and wellness of the School of Nursing community and features research suites, simulation labs, exercise spaces, and more.

A joyful crowd sways with their arms in the air as they listen to the UW Marching Band during the Centennial Celebration in Cooper Hall.
Students stand with their arms around each other in the Cooper Hall atrium.

Commitment to Health Equity

Advancing health equity is a fundamental part of our mission, reflected throughout our curricula, social and educational events, resources and services. We actively foster an environment of inclusive excellence.

Discover Madison

Madison, often voted one of the best places to live in the U.S., blends the city and campus, green spaces and urban areas, to create a place unlike anywhere else.

An aerial view of downtown Madison and the Capitol building with lakes visible on either side.

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