RN Programs in Wisconsin

Wisconsin RN Programs

RN programs in Wisconsin offer students the chance to embark on a rewarding and challenging career. Registered nurses play key roles in the medical field, taking control of day to day patient care. This is a great opportunity for those who enjoy helping others.

An important aspect in becoming a registered nurse is finding the right school to from which to get a nursing education. There are a variety of different RN programs in Wisconsin, offering several different degree options. Those looking to become an RN should have no trouble finding the right program to begin a career.

Becoming an RN by Examination in Wisconsin

In order to become licensed as an RN in Wisconsin, an individual must first graduate from a board-approved professional nursing program. One can become licensed either by examination or endorsement, depending on whether or not he or she has been licensed previously.

In order to become licensed by examination, one must register for and pass the NCLEX. He or she must also submit the application for licensure by examination. Along with the application, one must submit the following items:

  • Statement of Graduation or Completion from nursing school
  • Statement of Foreign Nursing Education (foreign graduates only)
  • CGFNS Certificate Required
  • Temporary permit application and fees

Applicants for licensure by examination can obtain a temporary permit for up to 90 days while awaiting NCLEX results. If the individual fails the NCLEX, the permit is no longer valid.

RNs that are educated in a foreign country must have a course-by-course credentials evaluation by CGFNS. Evidence of English proficiency is also necessary.

Becoming an RN by Endorsement in Wisconsin

In order to become licensed by endorsement, one must have completed the education requirement and passed the licensing exam (if he or she was licensed in a foreign country, he or she must have passed that licensing exam. In addition, the individual must meet the following requirements:

  • Verification of working 2 years full-time or the equivalent in the past 5 years
  • Evidence of English proficiency
  • A license that is in good standing and has had no disciplinary action
  • Having not been terminated from employment as a nurse
  • Equivalency in requirements for licensure in other state or jurisdiction
  • Lacking an arrest or conviction record
  • Renewing an RN License

    Wisconsin RN licenses must be renewed every 2 years. The licenses expire on the last day of February during even numbered years. There are no continuing education requirements.

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RN Schools Near You & Online in Wisconsin

Fox Valley Technical College

  • 1825 N. Bluemound Drive Appleton, WI 54912
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (920) 735-5600

Moraine Park Technical College

  • 700 Gould Street Beaver Dam, WI 53916
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (920) 887-1101

Lakeshore Technical College

  • 1290 North Avenue Cleveland, WI 53015
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, LPN, Radiography, RN
    (920) 693-1000

University of Wisconsin

  • 105 Garfield Avenue Eau Claire, WI 54701
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, DNP, MSN, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (715) 836-2637

Chippewa Valley Technical College

  • 620 West Clairemont Avenue Eau Claire, WI 54701
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN, Sonography
    (715) 833-6200

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

  • 1800 Bronson Blvd. Fennimore, WI 53809
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    1(800)362-3322

Marian College Fond

  • 45 South National Avenue Fond Du Lac, WI 54935
    Programs: BSN, MSN, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (920) 923-7600

Bellin College

  • 3201 Eaton Road Green Bay, WI 54311
    Programs: BSN, MSN, Radiography, RN
    (920) 433-6699

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

  • 2740 West Mason Street Green Bay, WI 54307
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (920) 498-5400

University of Wisconsin – Green Bay

  • 2420 Nicolet Drive Green Bay, WI 54311
    Programs: BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (920) 465-2000

Blackhawk Technical College

  • 6004 S County Road G Janesville, WI 53546
    Programs: ADN, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (608) 758-6900

Gateway Technical College

  • 3520 30th Ave. Kenosha, WI 53144
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (262) 564-2566

Viterbo University

  • 900 Viterbo Drive Lacrosse, WI 54601
    Programs: BSN, Family Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner - certificate, MSN, Nursing Administration, RN, RN to BSN
    (608) 796-3000

Western Technical College

  • 400 Seventh Street North Lacrosse, WI 54601
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (608) 785-9200

Edgewood College

  • 1000 Edgewood College Drive Madison, WI 53711
    Programs: BSN, MSN, RN
    (800) 444-4861

University of Wisconsin-Madison

  • 3550 Anderson St. Madison, WI 53704
    Programs: ADN, BSN, BSN to DNP, LPN, Nursing PhD, Physician Assistant, Radiography, RN, RN to BSN
    (608) 246-6100

Concordia University

  • 12800 N Lake Shore Dr. Mequon, WI 53097
    Programs: BSN, DNP, MSN, Pre-Nursing Studies, RN, RN to BSN
    (262) 243-5700

University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee

  • 2200 E. Kenwood Blvd. Milwaukee, WI 53201
    Programs: Accelerated MSN, BSN, Nursing PhD, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (414) 229-1122

Milwaukee Area Technical College

  • 700 West State Street Milwaukee, WI 53233
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (414) 297-6282

Milwaukee School of Engineering

  • 1025 North Broadway Milwaukee, WI 53202
    Programs: BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (414) 277-6763

Alverno College

  • 3400 South 43rd Street Milwaukee, WI 53234
    Programs: BSN, LPN to BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (414) 382-6000

Marquette University

  • 1250 W. Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233
    Programs: Accelerated MSN, BSN, BSN to DNP, Clinical Nurse Leader, DNP, MSN, Nursing PhD, Physician Assistant, RN, RN to BSN
    (414) 288-7250

Columbia College – Mount Mary College

  • 2900 North Menomonee River Parkway Milwaukee, WI 53222
    Programs: BSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (414) 258-4810

Cardinal Stritch College

  • 6801 N. Yates Road Milwaukee, WI 53217
    Programs: ADN, BSN, MSN, RN
    (414) 410-4000

Bryant & Stratton College

  • 310 West Wisconsin Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53203
    Programs: ADN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (414) 276-5200

University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh

  • 549 High Ave. Oshkosh, WI 54901
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, Clinical Nurse Leader, DNP, MSN, RN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN
    (920) 424-1234

Waukesha County Technical College

  • 800 Main Street Pewaukee, WI 53072
    Programs: ADN, CNA, EMT Paramedic, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (262) 691-5566

Nicolet Area Technical College

  • 5364 College Drive Rhinelander, WI 54501
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (715) 365-4410

Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College

  • 505 Pine Ridge Drive Shell Lake, WI 54871
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (715) 468-2815

Maranatha Baptist Bible College

  • 745 West Main Street Watertown, WI 53094
    Programs: BSN, RN
    (800) 622-2947

Carroll College

  • 100 N. East Ave. Waukesha, WI 53186
    Programs: BSN, Physician Assistant, RN
    (262) 547-1211

North Central Technical College

  • 1000 W. Campus Drive Wausau, WI 54401
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiography, RN
    (715) 675-3331

Moraine Park Technical College

  • 2151 N Main St. West Bend, WI 53090
    Programs: ADN, CNA, Health Information Management-Associate, LPN, Medical Assistant, RN
    (262) 334-3413

Mid State Technical College

  • 500 32nd Street North Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
    Programs: ADN, CNA, LPN, RN
    (715) 422-5300