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The Graduate Education Directory is a resource for Registered Nurses within Wisconsin who want to further their education and career options. To be included in future directories, contact Sharon Walsvik, swalsvik@madison.com, 608-252-6247.
"Why I Went--What I Received!"
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Graduate Education Directory
Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN to BSN, ADN to BSN
Master of Science in Nursing, MSN
Master's Degrees, Graduate Program in Community Mental Health
Master of Science in Informatics
Master of Public Health, MPH
Doctor of Philosophy, Ph.D.
Master's Degree in Oriental Medicine
Online Programs
Bachelor of Science in Nursing RN to BSN, ADN to BSN
Alverno College
3400 S. 43rd Street
P.O. Box 343922
Milwaukee, WI 53234-3922
Dean: Judeen Schulte
414-382-6000
Contact Admissions 414-382-6100
www.alverno.edu
Alverno College's RN to BSN program for women is intended for the Associate Degree or diploma prepared nurse. The program is designed to build on existing skills and knowledge of working RNs in a variety of setting and to be supportive of your many life responsibilities and personal obligations. The program can be completed in two years. Classes meet every other weekend (Friday night, Saturday, Sunday). Alverno-provided clinicals are at regular class times. You can begin graduate credit courses in your fourth semester. Financial aid opportunities, including Alverno transfer scholarship, at 6 credits.
Cardinal Stritch University
Ruth S. Colelman College of Nursing
6801 N. Yates Road
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Dr. Ruth Waite, Dean
414-410-4000
www.stritch.edu
The Ruth S. Coleman College of Nursing offers unique formats for undergraduate and graduate programs. Students are able to obtain their registered nurse (RN) license by completing the Associate of Science (ADN) degree. Students who desire to achieve the Bachelor of Science (BSN) degree then progress into the BSN Completion program. The BSN Completion program prepares Associate Degree Nursing students (ADNs) or current registered nurses (RNs) to practice professional nursing with a broad knowledge base. In addition to the on-campus option, Stritch has partnered with Gateway Technical College to offer a BSN Completion program at its Kenosha campus. Classes at the Kenosha campus will begin August 2008, with classes meeting on Wednesday evenings. Two-year program, evening accelerated format
Columbia College of Nursing
Mount Mary College Nursing Program
2900 N. Menomonee River Parkway
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Ann Cook, Interim Dean
414-256-1219
Andrea Dixon, Admissions Counselor
mtmary.edu/
Concordia University Wisconsin
Department of Nursing
12800 N. Lake Shore Drive
Mequon, WI 53097
Dean: Dr. Ruth Gresley,
Dean of Human Services,
Interim Chair, Nursing
262-243-4452
Ruth.gresley@cuw.edu
www.cuw.edu
Come experience a difference in nursing education at Concordia University Wisconsin, helping students develop in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world. CUW's BSN Completion program meets the needs of adult RN students. We offer accelerated classes whereby students take a class one day a week for several weeks. Nurses can obtain a degree from a prestigious school without disrupting work and family life. Christ-centered classes are offered in parish nursing, women's health, heritage of faith, cross-cultural nursing, etc. With over a third of our graduates entering a Master's program we prepare our students with research, statistics and assessment classes. Our new e-learning format allows all classes except statistics to be taken on-line, now serving students all over the country.
Marian College
45 S. National Avenue
Fond du Lac, WI 54935
Dean: James C. McConn, DNSc, CANP, RN
920-923-8938
Contact Cheryl Hartwig, Admission Counselor
www.mariancollege.edu
As a Registered Nurse, you have options. At Marian College, you may choose between an RN-to-MSN or an RN-to-BSN degree. Locations in Appleton, Fond du Lac, Madison, and West Allis, WI.
Marquette University College of Nursing
P.O. Box 1881
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Interim Dean: Judith Fitzgerald Miller, PhD, RN, FAAN
414-288-3810
www.marquette.edu
Shape the future of nursing with Marquette University. Student-friendly schedules, full-and part-time. RN to BSN to MSN. Post-BSN entry to PhD, DNP and MSN.
Milwaukee School of Engineering
1025 N. Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Dr. Debra Jenks, Chair, MSOE School of Nursing
800-332-6763
www.msoe.edu
If you're a Registered Nurse looking to add to your degree and increase your opportunities, we offer a B.S. in nursing completion degree that takes into account your previous education and the work you've put in as a Registered Nurse.
Northland College
1411 Ellis Avenue
Ashland, WI 54806
Kate Siegler, RN, MSN, Program Director
715-682-1233
ksiegler@northland.edu
www.northland.edu
Silver Lake College
2406 S. Alverno Road
Kathi Calabresa, RN, MSN, Program Director
920-686-6213
kcalabresa@silver.sl.edu
www.sl.edu/nursing
Join us at a campus that recognizes not only the limitations imposed by a busy professional and family life, but the unique contributions each experienced nurse brings to the classroom. Small, student-focused, accelerated classes meet four hours each week, usually on a Thursday evening, permitting you to successfully progress toward your baccalaureate degree by focusing on one course at a time over an eight- week term. Attend classes part-time, one night a week, and complete the liberal arts and nursing courses necessary to obtain your BSN Degree in 2 ˝ years. Visit our website at www.sl.edu/nursing for additional information.
University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
School of Nursing
2420 Nicolet Drive
Green Bay, WI 54311
Dr. Derryl Block, Chair
(920) 465-2826
Nursing Program Advisors: Jennifer Schwahn and Sharon Gajeski
http://www.uwgb.edu/nursing/
UW-Green bay specializes in RN to BSN completion with campus and/or online courses. The program is designed for working adult learners. Campus courses are block scheduled for convenience while the asynchronous, online BSN@Home courses fit into your schedule without ever coming to campus. Fall, spring and summer sessions are offered. Take as many or as few classes as you wish and as long to graduate as you need. The program is nationally accredited; offers superior advising and technical support; liberal credit transfers for prior learning; and a convenient online application at www.apply.wisconsin. Apply today!
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
Department of Nursing
105 Garfield Avenue
Eau Claire, WI 54702
Dean: Elaine Wendt, Ph.D., RN
Contact Dr. Mary Swygart-Stauffacher
715-836-4977
www.uwec.edu/nursing/
The School of Nursing is a partner in the UW-System BSN@Home for non - baccalaureate-prepared Registered Nurses to earn the B.S.N. This RN-BSN program uses distance technology to deliver courses to multiple sites in Wisconsin.
University of Wisconsin Madison School of Nursing
600 Highland Avenue
Madison, WI 53792-2455
Katharyn A. May, Ph.D., FAAN, Dean
608-263-5155
www.son.wisc.edu
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
College of Nursing
P.O. Box 413, Cunningham Hall
Milwaukee, WI 53201-0413
Dean: Sally P. Lundeen, Ph.D., RN, FAAN
414-229-5047
Contact Sylvia Forbes
www.nursing.uwm.edu
Our flexible RN to BS program can meet the time and travel restraints of participants, including those who have limited access to on-campus offerings. Most of the coursework can be completed online through the BSN@Home program. Courses can also be taken at the UW-Milwaukee or UW-Parkside campuses. Students can progress through this program on a full or part-time basis to accommodate personal and professional commitments. This program is for the RN who holds a diploma or associate degree in nursing who desires to earn a baccalaureate degree. To be considered, one must be an RN with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
The RN to MS program offers a time and cost-effective way for registered nurses to earn their baccalaureate and master's degrees on a full or part-time basis. Students progress to graduate work while simultaneously completing a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Students complete 12 credits of graduate core courses (earning a B or better) while enrolled in the RN to BS program. In the last semester of this program, students apply for graduate program admission. At the completion of the program, students are prepared for advanced nursing practice in both community and institution based settings. Options: Clinical Nurse Specialist or Family Nurse Practitioner.
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh College of Nursing
800 Algoma Blvd.
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Dean: Rosemary Smith, Ph.D., RN
920-424-2106
www.uwosh.edu/con/grad.php
Viterbo University
900 Viterbo Drive
Silvana Richardson, Ph.D., RN, Dean
608-796-3670
sfrichardson@viterbo.edu
www.viterbo.edu
Viterbo's nursing program has a 100-year tradition of excellence, and today our CCNE accredited BSN Completion program is designed specifically for registered nurses who want to earn their bachelor's degree quickly, conveniently or at an off-campus location. Classes meet just one day a week in 7-week blocks. In addition to classes offered every fall in La Crosse and Madison, Wisconsin, and Rochester, Minnesota, Viterbo offers the BSN Completion program at several locations throughout the state of Wisconsin. Flexible transfer, credit for prior learning and work experience policies help you earn your degree in 2 years or less
Walden University
RN to BSN coming soon in January 2009
See Online Degree Programs
Master of Science in Nursing, MSN
Alverno College
3400 S. 43rd Street
P.O. Box 343922
Milwaukee, WI 53234-3922
Judeen Schulte, Dean
414-382-6000
Admissions, 414-382-6100
www.alverno.edu
Alverno's MSN, for both men and women, is intended for the bachelor degree prepared nurse who wants to become an Advanced Practice Nurse. Through our integrated curriculum, you will be prepared as a Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nurse Educator. As a CNS, you may work in adult health, advanced diabetes management, or gerontology. As an NE, you will be able to teach in either an associate or baccalaureate school of nursing or work as an advanced educator in the healthcare or community setting. Classes meet every other weekend, Friday night or Saturday.
Bellin College of Nursing
725 S. Webster Avenue
P.O. Box 23400
Green Bay, WI 54305-3400
Connie J. Boerst, EdD, RN, BC, Dean
Vera Dauffenbach, EdD, RN, Director of Graduate Program
920-433-3560
www.bcon.edu
MSN program focuses on leadership with specialty tracks in administration and education. Program is designed for working professionals. Offering eight-week compressed courses in both on-line and on-campus formats. Students are admitted for fall, spring, and summer terms. Flexible scheduling allows for program completion in two years (including summer session). In lieu of thesis, capstone project focuses on integration of leadership concepts with expanded personal interest area from specialty track.
Cardinal Stritch University
Ruth S. Colelman College of Nursing
6801 N. Yates Road
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Ruth Waite, Dean
414-410-4000
www.stritch.edu
The MSN program is a master's degree program designed for working nursing professionals who want to function as nurse educators in a variety of client settings. 2 1/2-year program, evening accelerated format, classes meet once a week.
Concordia University Wisconsin
Department of Nursing
12800 N. Lake Shore Drive
Mequon, WI 53097
Dr. Ruth Gresley, Dean of Human Services,
Interim Chair, Nursing
262-243-4452
Ruth.gresley@cuw.edu
www.cuw.edu
The Graduate Nursing Program, accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) offers a Master of Science in Nursing with a specialty focus in Family Nurse Practitioner, Geriatric Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Educator. Offered in both on-campus and e-learning formats. NEW "Doctor Nursing Practice" anticipate classes starting in fall 2008, initially offered to post master's advanced practice nurses in an accelerated e-learning format.
Edgewood College
1000 Edgewood College Drive
Madison, WI 53711
Margaret Norreuil, Dean
Joan Eastman, Admissions
608-663-3297
gps@edgewood.edu
MSN Concentration areas include Nursing Administration and Nursing Education. Courses are offered evenings to accommodate working adults. Apply fall, spring, or summer session. Courses are held at both the Monroe Street and Deming Way campuses.
Marian College
45 S. National Avenue
Fond du Lac, WI 54935
James C. McConn, DNSc, CANP, RN, Dean
920-923-8938
Cheryl Hartwig, Admissions Counselor
www.mariancollege.edu
Marian College offers Degree Programs for RNs to complete a master's degree in Nursing (MSN) in less time that earning a bachelor's degree and then a master's degree would take. A BSN stop-out option is also offered. MSN specialties include Adult Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Educator, plus a Nurse Educator certificate for RN, MSN nurses. Classes are offered in Appleton, Fond du Lac, Madison and West Allis.
Marquette University College of Nursing
P.O. Box 1881
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Interim Dean Judith Fitzgerald Miller, PhD, RN, FAAN
414-288-3810
www.marquette.edu
MSN programs for: Adults, Older Adults, Acute Care Adults, Pediatrics-Primary Care, Pediatric-Acute Care, Nurse-Midwifery, Health Care Systems Leadership, Clinical Nurse Leader. Student-friendly schedules, full and part time.
Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE)
1025 N. Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Dr. Debra Jenks, Chair, MSOE School of Nursing
800-332-6763
www.msoe.edu
MSOE School of Nursing invites RNs to consider its new program, the Master of Science in Nursing - Clinical Nurse Leadership (MSCNL). A clinical nurse leader (CNL) is an advanced generalist clinician that brings a high level of clinical competence and knowledge to the point of care and serves as a resource for the nursing team. Clinical leadership skills are developed through active participation in and leadership of interdisciplinary treatment teams under the supervision of a clinical preceptor and faculty advisor.
University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
Department of Nursing
105 Garfield Avenue
Eau Claire, WI 54702
Dean: Elaine Wendt, Ph.D., RN
Contact Dr. Mary Swygart-Stauffacher
715-836-4977
www.uwec.edu/nursing/
The Master of Science in Nursing program prepares nurses for leadership and scholarship roles as advanced clinical practitioners, educators or administrators. Clinical specialization in Adult Health Nursing or Family Health Nursing is offered.
University of Wisconsin Madison School of Nursing
600 Highland Avenue
Madison, WI 53792-2455
Dean: Katharyn A. May, Ph.D., FAAN
608-263-5155
www.son.wisc.edu
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
College of Nursing
P.O. Box 413, Cunningham Hall
Milwaukee, WI 53201-0413
Dean: Sally P. Lundeen, Ph.D., RN, FAAN
414-229-5047
Contact Sylvia Forbes
www.nursing.uwm.edu
Ranked in the top10 percent of nursing schools with graduate programs by U.S. News & World Report, UW-Milwaukee College of Nursing offers a variety of choices for completing a MS degree in nursing. Advanced Practice Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner and Clinical Nurse Specialist (with five options- Adult, Community, Maternal-Child, Psychiatric-Mental Health and Nursing Systems). Direct Entry Masters program (Clinical Nurse Specialist) for students with non-nursing undergraduate degrees, a Post Nurse Practitioner, MS Completion program for baccalaureate prepared certified nurse practitioners seeking a master's degree and MS/MBA are offered. There are specific admission requirements for the various MS programs.
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh College of Nursing
800 Algoma Blvd.
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Dean: Rosemary Smith, Ph.D., RN
Graduate Program Director: Roxana Huebscher, Ph.D., FNPC, AHNC, CMT
920-424-2106
www.uwosh.edu/con/grad.php
Family Nurse Practitioner - The UW Oshkosh College of Nursing MSN Family Nurse Practitioner emphasis offers a combination of online and face-to-face classes, providing a scholarly blend of teaching formats. The 48-credit program may be completed in 2, 3, or 4 years. The College of Nursing has stellar pass rates on the national NP certification exams. UW Oshkosh College of Nursing is currently working in collaboration to obtain an entitlement to plan for a future DNP emphasis.
Nurse Educator - The UW Oshkosh College of Nursing MSN Nurse Educator emphasis is a 37-credit program that may be completed in three to four semesters of full-time study. A part-time program also is available. Class and course format is both on-line and face-to-face. Students practice-teach in classroom and clinical settings with an emphasis on their specialty area of practice in the last practicum.
Clinical Nurse Leader - The UW Oshkosh College of Nursing MSN CNL emphasis is a 37-credit option for nurses who desire client-centered practice as well as coordination of care and leadership activities. The College of Nursing partners with the student's institution for provision of clinical experiences in assessment; leadership; evidence-based practice; health promotion and risk-reduction; outcomes; and collaboration with other healthcare professionals. The CNL emphasis has a final 300 hour immersion practicum providing an internship-type experience that transitions the CNL student into their position. Both fulltime and part-time options are available. Class and course format is both online and face-to-face.
Special Programs - The UW Oshkosh College of Nursing offers a Graduate Achievement Program (GAP) which provides a FNP certificate for nurses who have a Masters degree in an area other than NP work and who wish to become NPs. The UW Oshkosh College of Nursing RN to BSN to MSN completion program allows RNs, who are obtaining a BSN from the BSN-at-Home undergraduate program, to take electives from the MSN curriculum and thus ease their transition into the UW Oshkosh Master's program. UW Oshkosh College of Nursing offers a Natural Alternative Complementary Health Care 10-credit certificate program for post-baccalaureate and post-Master's students.
Viterbo University
900 Viterbo Drive
Dean: Silvana Richardson, Ph.D., RN
Bonnie J. Nesbitt, Assitant Dean Graduate Program Nursing
bjnesbitt@viterbo.edu
www.viterbo.edu
MSN Concentration areas are Nurse Educator and Adult Nurse Practitioner. Post MSN Certificates are available in each of these tracks. Courses are offered partially online, reducing number of trips to campus each semester for commuters. When on campus, one day a week programming for required theory classes is planned. Curriculum is completed over three years, with 6-7 credits per semester, making the program more manageable for those with jobs and families. Clinical experiences are in last year and the number of hours required is dependent on track chosen.
Programs under development (pending approvals and adequate interest) are DNP, FNP, and CNL. Class sizes are small; instructors are supportive.
Walden University
See Online Programs
Master's Degrees, Graduate Program in Community Mental Health
Southern New Hampshire University
Learning sites in Madison, Waukesha, and Wausau
SNHU-PCMH Program Offices
463 Mountain View Drive, Suite 101
Colchester, VT 05446
Annamarie Cioffari, Ph.D., Program Director
1-800-730-5542
www.snhu.edu/pcmh
This unique, nationally recognized curriculum is focused on integrated community mental health and substance abuse services for children, youth, and families or adults, and has learning sites in Madison, Waukesha, and Wausau, Wisconsin, as well as sites in New Hampshire, Vermont and Alaska. The master's degree program prepares people for licensure as a professional counselor and for certification as an AODA counselor in Wisconsin, Illinois, and other states. One year graduate certificates and continuing education classes are also offered. Specialized content is available in working with children and adults of all ages, including early childhood and infant mental health.
Master of Science in Informatics
Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE)
1025 N. Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Dr. Debra Jenks, Chair, MSOE School of Nursing
800-332-6763
www.msoe.edu
Consider an MS in Medical Informatics degree. Medical informatics is the applied science at the junction of the disciplines of medicine, business and information technology, which supports the health care delivery process and promotes measurable improvements in both quality of care and cost-effectiveness. MSOE and the Medical College of Wisconsin offer this program jointly. The program provides a practical education that prepares you to effectively participate in development, implementation and management teams charged with producing information technology solutions that improve patient care and reduce the cost of care.
Master of Public Health, MPH
Medical College of Wisconsin
Graduate School of Biomedical Science
8701 Watertown Plank Road
Milwaukee, WI 53226
Jane Ketchen, MD, MPH, Program Director
414-456-4510
Kim Contradi, MPH, CHES, Program Manager
mph@mcw.edu
www.mcw.edu/mph
Master's Degree in Oriental Medicine
Midwest College of Oriental Medicine
6232 Bankers Road
Racine WI 53404
and
4334 N. Hazel
Chicago, IL 60613
Dean, Dr. Jinhua Xie
800-593-2320
Contact Kelly Westerlund
www.acupuncture.edu
Doctor of Philosophy, Ph.D.
Marquette University College of Nursing
P.O. Box 1881
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Interim Dean Judith Fitzgerald Miller, PhD, RN, FAAN
414-288-3810
www.marquette.edu
Ph.D. program Teacher-Scholars with a focus on the vulnerable.
NEW! DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) Program. Shape the future of nursing with Marquette University.
Medical College of Wisconsin
8701 Watertown Plank Road
Milwaukee, WI 53226
Cheryl Maurana, Ph.D., Program Director
414-456-5754
Ellen Servais, MPS, Program Manager
phdpch@mcw.edu
www.mcw.edu/phdpch
University of Wisconsin Madison School of Nursing
600 Highland Avenue
Madison, WI 53792-2455
Dean: Katharyn A. May, Ph.D., FAAN
608-263-5155
www.son.wisc.edu
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
College of Nursing
P.O. Box 413, Cunningham Hall
Milwaukee, WI 53201-0413
Dean: Sally P. Lundeen, Ph.D., RN, FAAN
414-229-5047
Contact Sylvia Forbes
www.nursing.uwm.edu
Widely recognized for innovation and leadership in nursing, UW-Milwaukee College of Nursing prepares doctoral students who are scholars in the areas of research, health policy, practice, leadership, and education: Working with outstanding faculty with active program of research On-Campus, Online and BS to PhD options are available. Students can progress on a full or part-time schedule through our On-Campus (Fall admission) and BS to PhD programs (Spring admission). Online students are admitted as part of a cohort (Summer, odd years) which requires completion of two courses per semester including summers and attendance at two on-campus sessions during the online program.
Online Programs
Walden University
650 S. Exeter Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Dean: Dr. Sara Torres
443-627-7765
Nursing is a calling. And right now, it's calling you to do even more. Walden University's online M.S. Degree in Nursing can give you the skills and confidence to succeed. No matter what educational path you took to become an R.N., you can enter Walden's CCNE-accredited program—even without a B.S.N. Walden University is an accredited institution with nearly 40 years of experience in distance education. We're ranked No. 2 among online graduate nursing programs by enrollment, according to U.S. News & World Report. Get the M.S. degree you need to make the difference you want—for your patients, your organization, your student nurses, and the future of health care. The Walden Master's in Nursing. Earned by you. Felt by many.
For more information contact:
Deborah K. Jacobson, RN, BS
Nursing Representative
Phone: (608)719-9478
Deborah.jacobson@waldenu.edu
Additional Online Programs:
Concordia University Wisconsin
www.cuw.edu
Medical College of Wisconsin
www.mcw.edu
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
www.uwec.edu/nursing/
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay School of Nursing
www.uwgb.edu
University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Nursing
www.son.wisc.edu
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee College of Nursing
www.nursing.uwm.edu
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
www.uwosh.edu/con
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