When we say "Milwaukee," we generally are referring to the greater Milwaukee area. This encompasses both the city of Milwaukee, along with a wide variety of nearby cities, villages and suburbs that fit any type of lifestyle you're looking for. Additionally, the cost of living in Milwaukee - particularly the cost of housing -  is highly affordable compared to most of our other larger-city counterparts.

• Wauwatosa is immediately to the west of the city of Milwaukee, and the home of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center campus, where MCW, Froedtert Hospital and Children's Wisconsin hospital are located. Many of our faculty and staff choose to reside in Wauwatosa, for the proximity to work, the excellent school system, and its reputation as the "city of homes" with a wide variety of home and architectural styles, including many historic buildings. Parks and playgrounds abound in Wauwatosa!
• Shorewood and Whitefish Bay are to the north of the city, and the choice for many for its highly rated school system, beautiful parks and hiking/biking trails, and proximity to Lake Michigan. These cities also offer walkable downtown areas with a concentration of restaurants, shops, theaters and nightlife.
• Brookfield and Elm Grove are to the west of Wauwatosa. The further outside of the city you venture, the more space you'll get - these homes typically offer large yards that are great for families, pets, gardens, decks, firepits and more! Again, you'll find an amazing public school system here, beautiful parks (with beer gardens!), community theater, a quaint Elm Grove village and more.
• Muskego and New Berlin are southwest of Milwaukee. You will also find more modern homes and space in these suburbs, with plenty of room to grow!
• West Bend and Menomonee Falls are both towns where our community hospitals are located. Either is about a 20-30 minute drive from our main campus. Even with that short commute to the city, both of these communities offer a small-town, rural feel - but with all of the amenities of modern life.
• Downtown Milwaukee, including the Lower East Side and Third Ward, is home to many of our faculty. You'll get traditional city living in these areas - condos and apartments that are within walking distance to restaurants, shops, nightlife and more; and many of the residences boast sweeping views of Lake Michigan. During the summer, the city is bustling, with a different festival, outdoor concert or farmer's market happening weekly. The winter brings a skating rink, concerts and plays, and many opportunities to warm up inside one of our many cozy bars and restaurants!

We've listed just a small selection of the areas that our faculty choose to reside. If you have questions about what area might be right for you, our faculty members are more than happy to share their own experiences; or we can certainly recommend a realtor based upon your preferences. Just let us know!