Marquette University

Marquette University College of Nursing, rooted in a rich history of nursing education since 1912, provides a holistic approach to preparing students for successful healthcare careers through hands-on experience and academic excellence. Established by the Society of Jesus in 1881, Marquette University offers a range of nursing programs focusing on equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the field.

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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Marquette University is a 4 year or higher National University. It is a public and non-profit institution. The institution offers a variety of hybrid, on-campus, and online programs—including BSN, MSN, Entry Level Masters, DNP, BSN to DNP, MSN to DNP, PhD, BSN to PhD, MSN to PhD, CNL, CRNA, CNS, CNM, NP, Post Grad Certificate, and Other degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACME and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Marquette University admits 87% of applicants and graduates 83% of its students.

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Quick Overview

  • $148,800 Undergraduate Tuition
  • $52,726 Graduate Tuition
  • Doctoral University: Very High Research Activity
  • 7,290 Undergraduate Enrolled
    *Certificate and degree-seeking students
  • 3,639 Graduate Students Enrolled
  • 87% Acceptance Rate
  • 83% Graduation Rate

Student Demographics

  • 19 Average Age
  • 44% Men
  • 56% Women
  • 1% Veterans
  • 85% White
  • 6% Hispanic
  • 7% Black
  • 3% Asian

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Nursing Programs

  • Nurse Educator

  • Post Grad Certificate Program
  • $16,320 In-State Tuition
  • 12 Credits
  • 12 Months
  • 4.5 Program Score

  • Traditional BSN

  • On-Campus BSN Program
  • $148,800 In-State Tuition
  • 120 Credits
  • 48 Months
  • 4.3 Program Score

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Marquette University, a private, non-profit, Roman Catholic, Jesuit institution, was established by the Society of Jesus in 1881.

The university took over the Trinity Hospital Training School of Nursing in 1912 and was the only university in the state of Wisconsin to offer a three-year nursing certificate. The four-year nursing program was developed in 1936.

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

There are options for students to choose a minor if they wish. Specialized program plans are developed and the advisor will work with the student.

BSN/ROTC

Nursing students have the opportunity to participate in the Air Force, Army or Navy ROTC. Those who choose to participate are held at a higher ranking within the College of Nursing, therefore military courses fit within the nursing curriculum and can be used as elective credits. Marquette has the largest Navy Nursing ROTC in the nation.

Graduate

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Students must already hold a BSN before going on for an MSN. Specialized areas include: acute care nurse practitioner, adults, older adults, children, nurse-midwifery, health care systems leadership, and clinical nurse leader.

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Direct Entry

The Generalist Master of Science program (GEM) for non-nursing graduates is designed for students who hold a baccalaureate degree in a non-nursing field. The program is 75 credits and prepares students to take the NCLEX examination. Graduates are eligible to take the Clinical Nurse Leader certification exam.

Admission requirements (not all inclusive)

  • Baccalaureate degree/official transcripts of all college work
  • Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or greater
  • GRE (waived with a 3.2 GPA or higher)
  • 3 recommendation forms/letters of reference
  • Resume

Post-Master's Certificates

Family Nurse Practitioner

This requires 13 credits of graduate coursework. Graduates are eligible to take the national family nurse practitioner certification examination.

Adult-Older Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination for adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner.

Adult-Older Adult Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination for adult gerontology primary care nurse practitioner.

Adult-Older Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist

Graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination for adult gerontology clinical nurse specialist.

Systems Leadership & Health Care Quality

Graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination for Nursing Administration.

Nurse Midwifery

Graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination of the American Midwifery Certification Board.

Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

The course of study is designed for nurses who hold a master's degree in pediatric or parent-child nursing. Graduates will be eligible for certification as an Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.

Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

The course of study is designed for nurses with a master's degree in pediatric or parent/child nursing. Graduates will be eligible for certification as a primary care pediatric nurse practitioner.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

A minimum of 18 credits is required for the post-master's certificate. Graduates are eligible to take the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner examination.

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

The DNP degree is 63-69 credits in coursework for the post-baccalaureate DNP program and is designed to include all existing master's courses plus additional courses designed to help students meet the competencies of doctoral-level education for Advance Practice Nurses. Therefore, in route to the DNP, nurses will receive an MSN and are able to write the certification exam for the specialty after taking the required courses.

There is a post-master's program available that is 33 credits and builds upon the existing master's program.

Post-MSN/DNP Executive Program for Nurse Leaders

The DNP residency requirement leads to completion of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing's recommended 1,000 hours of supervised clinical practice.

The BSN to DNP and MSN to DNP programs have full- and part-time options.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Admission requirements - Post BSN entry (not all inclusive)

  • Current RN license
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Statistics with inferential analysis in past 5 yr.
  • GRE scores
  • 3 letters of reference

Admission requirements - Post MSN entry (not all inclusive)

  • Current RN license
  • MSN
  • 3.4 GPA
  • Statistics w/inferential analysis within past 5 yr.
  • Grad level research course
  • GRE
  • 3 letters of reference

Nurse Anesthesia (DNP)

The 36-month nurse anesthesia educational program is full-time.

Students will meet the College of Nursing DNP program learning outcomes and the graduate standards as specified by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA) at program completion.

Admission (not all inclusive)

  • BSN or graduate degree in nursing from nationally accredited college/university
  • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 w/science GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Graduate Record Exam scores; waived if cumulative GPA is 3.2 or higher
  • Unencumbered RN license in U.S./Wisconsin license required time of admission
  • BCLS, ACLS, PALS certifications from American Heart Association
  • Minimum one year (preferably two) full-time work experience (or its part-time equivalent) as an RN in critical care within U.S., its territories or a U.S. military hospital outside U.S.
  • 3 completed recommendation forms
  • Curriculum vitae or resume
  • Official transcripts from all current/previous colleges/universities
  • Undergraduate Statistics within 5 years of program start date

Critical Care Experience

Examples of critical care settings (not limited to): surgical intensive care, cardiothoracic intensive care, coronary intensive care, medical intensive care, pediatric intensive care, and neonatal intensive care.

Accreditation and Approval

The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited the baccalaureate degree in nursing, master's degree in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs.

The Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education of the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACME) accredited the nurse-midwifery program. 

The Nurse Anesthesia program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Education Programs (COA).

Marquette University is accredited through The Higher Learning Commission.

The Wisconsin State Board of Nursing approved the College of Nursing.

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