Discover YOUR Nursing Pathway
Regardless of where you are in your nursing career, Concordia University Wisconsin will prepare you for where you want to go next!
From a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion to a Doctor of Nursing Practice and everything in between, CUW has you covered! Are you considering nursing as a new career? We can help you with that with the Accelerated Second Degree for Non-Nurses program as well.
Ranked Nationally by U.S. News & World Report
Featured Programs
Bachelor level programs
- ABSN for non-nurses
- RN to BSN Completion
Bachelor level programs
- Concordia's ABSN program is a second-degree BSN program for non-nurses to fast-track their career move into nursing. Graduate with your BSN in 14 months.
- If you are an RN and want to finish your bachelor's degree, our RN to BSN program allows you to do so in as little as 24 months. The program builds on your experience to help you continue developing into the best nurse you can be.
Master level programs
- MSN- Nurse Educator
- MSN- Nurse Practitioner
Master level programs
- You have learned a great deal in your experience as a nurse. Learn to effectively share your knowledge with other nurses to help inspire them to provide the same level of care that you know patients deserve. Teach in a clinical or academic setting.
- This program is for nurses who have earned their BSN and want to become a nurse practitioner. Two tracks are available: Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. Take on more responsibility and provide complete care for your patients.
Doctorate level programs
- Post BSN to DNP
- Post MSN to DNP
Doctorate level programs
- The practice doctorate is quickly becoming the standard for academic preparation to become a nurse practitioner. Bypass your master's and pursue the highest level of nursing education to become a highly qualified nurse practitioner. Family Nurse Practitioner and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner tracks are available.
- Concordia's MSN to DNP program has an emphasis on leadership, positioning you to be a leader in healthcare. Be an advocate for patients and help make the biggest impact with this terminal degree.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- CAGE Certificate
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- CAGE Certificate
Watch new opportunities emerge by adding a clinical emphasis as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to your resume.
certificate after graduate education in nursing (CAGE)
certificate after graduate education in nursing (CAGE)
What makes Concordia different?
Flexible learning options
Our flexible, online programs with 24/7 accessibility, on such programs as BSN Completion, MSN, and DNP.
For the working professional
Classes are designed to accommodate busy, working adults.
Affordable
New payment plans allow you to break tuition into monthly payments. Uncommon scholarships and financial aid are available for qualifying students and qualifying programs.
Christ-centered philosophy
Christ-centered, valuing truth and integrity, excellence, and service.
Patient-centered
Our nursing programs thoroughly prepare you to make an impact by helping your patients with prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.
CUW's 2023 graduate nursing students achieved a near-perfect aggregate first-time pass rate of 99 percent on the combined national certification examinations.
NCLEX pass rate
92%AANP-Family Nurse Practitioner
100%AANP-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
100%ANCC-Family Nurse Practitioner
95%ANCC-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
100%combined national certification examinations
99%Funding your education
Concordia offers Uncommon Scholarships to help bring this investment in your future within reach. These scholarships, which range from $150-$500 per three-credit course, are available for:
- Concordia alumni
- Employees of our corporate and academic partners (AAH, Edcor, Bright Horizons, & more)
- Employees of qualifying Christian churches
- Veterans and their dependents
*for eligible programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Your employer may offer tuition reimbursement, minimizing the cost to you. Ask your HR department if you are eligible.
Payment Plans
Concordia's payment plan allows you to break tuition into automatic monthly payments, making budgeting for your new career a reality.
Financial Aid
Qualifying students may be eligible for Federal Aid. When you fill out the FAFSA make sure to select Concordia University Wisconsin.
- CUW FAFSA code: 003842
Other healthcare degree pathways
Business degrees
Business degrees
- Associate of Arts in Healthcare Management
- Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Management
- MBA in Healthcare Administration
Health Professions Degrees
Health Professions Degrees
- Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography - Completion
- Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology - Completion
- Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Science
- Bachelor of Social Work
- Master of Occupational Therapy
- Master of Science in Child Life and Inter-professional Practice
- Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
- Master of Science in Rehabilitation Science
- Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
- Master of Social Work
- Doctor of Occupational Therapy
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
Pharmacy Degrees
Pharmacy Degrees
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Bachelor of Science in Public Health
- Master of Science in Natural Product Sciences
- Doctor of Pharmacy
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) & Master of Public Health Dual Degree
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and MBA Dual Degree
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I would recommend this program to those who already hold a bachelor's degree in a different field and want to pursue Nursing. The reason I recommend this program is that this program is extremely fast-paced, and they can get a nursing degree within 14 months.
It really has been a whirlwind. When I look back at it, I can't believe how quickly it went- but also how intensive it was. We really had a lot of information thrown at us! It was so neat to immerse yourself in it, and really, I can't imagine it any other way.