Get admitted directly to the College of Nursing and start building the foundation for your career from day one. You’ll get lots of hands-on experience here — in class, state-of-the-art simulation and skills labs, clinicals, research, volunteer activities and more.
You’ll learn to be a skilled nursing professional prepared to serve populations of all ages in a variety of health care settings. And because we study nursing through the lens of Jesuit values, you’ll understand how to care for the entire person — not just the head but also the heart, not just the body but also the soul. Ultimately, you’ll become a leader of care, able to think critically, make sound decisions and support the entire care team.
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Our College of Nursing has one of the highest-ranked B.S.N programs in the country. And here, our students have a higher pass rate on the nursing certification examination (NCLEX) than the national average. As a graduate of the College of Nursing, you'll join an alumni force of over 8,500 Marquette nurses who offer expert care for the whole person, advocate for the vulnerable and lead courageous careers.
Most of our graduates become registered nurses. Here’s where some of our recent graduates practice.
While you’re here at Marquette, preparing you for what’s next will be one of our top priorities. So, expect lots of learning by doing, connecting with others who share your passions, and reflecting on how you can Be The Difference.
Our new home for the College of Nursing is an open, airy building designed just for nursing students. A student-centered space, the facility features multiple skills laboratories and nursing simulation areas, as well as plenty of places for you to gather with your peers to study and socialize.
Your clinical experience will start in your sophomore year with a guaranteed placement. Experience the full continuum of care in settings that range from hospital critical care units to community clinics for the uninsured.
Here are just a few of our clinical sites:
Conduct research alongside faculty in one of four focus areas: person-centered, community engagement, nursing education, and equity and social justice.
Read about one nursing student’s experience as a research assistant.
Become a people-centered leader guided by our Jesuit tradition. Join our E-Lead program sophomore year and you’ll complete a combination of leadership courses and experiences that prepare you to be the driver of innovation for the common good. You’ll develop the skill set to generate innovative solutions and the mindset to reflect on the impact your work has on the world. Bonus: You’ll graduate with a concentration in leadership, too.
Expand your education with one of our nursing-specific semesters abroad in Ireland, Australia, Peru or South Africa.
Other international opportunities are available for nursing students through core courses, summer study, language study, faculty-led programs or research.
A Marquette education equips students to thrive professionally and personally through holistic student support, career preparation and an extended family that can't wait to meet you. But don't just take our word for it.
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