The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) School of Nursing has been ranked No. 1 in Wisconsin in NursePractitionerOnline.com’s 2027 ranking of the state’s best nurse practitioner programs. The recognition highlights UWM’s commitment to providing high-quality graduate nursing education that prepares nurses for advanced practice, leadership and evolving health care needs.
UWM’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program offers nurses the opportunity to advance their education while balancing professional and personal commitments. With multiple specialty options, students can pursue advanced nursing roles aligned with their career goals and the needs of the communities they serve.
Flexible, Doctoral-Level Education for Advanced Nursing Practice
UWM’s DNP program offers four specialty options:
- Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
- Clinical Nurse Specialist Adult Gerontology (CNS AG)
These pathways prepare nurses to expand their clinical expertise and take on advanced roles in patient care. Through doctoral-level education, students build skills in evidence-based practice, clinical decision-making and leadership to help improve health outcomes and contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession.
The program’s online format provides flexibility for working nurses seeking to continue their education while meeting professional and personal responsibilities.
Preparing Nurses to Shape the Future of Health Care
The No. 1 ranking underscores UWM School of Nursing’s commitment to advancing nursing education and preparing highly skilled professionals to meet the changing needs of patients and health care systems.
Through its DNP program, UWM supports nurses as they develop the expertise and leadership skills needed to strengthen the nursing workforce, advance clinical practice and improve care delivery across diverse settings.
Learn more about UWM’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program by visiting the program page or contacting us.