Tuition & fees
Costs include tuition & fees. Tuition rate varies depending on residency. New England residents may qualify for a tuition break. See cost details
Credit hours
45 required credit hours. Most courses are equal to 3 credit hours. Browse course list
Financial aid
Over 150 graduate assistantships available with stipend & tuition assistance, plus scholarship, fellowship & research opportunities. Explore aid
Admissions
No application fee. No GRE required. Apply by April 1 for fall term, November 1 for spring term. View application process & deadlines
Program Highlights
Program requirements
Our Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (A-GACNP) program prepares you to care for adults and older adults with acute, critical, and complex health conditions. Coursework builds on the baccalaureate degree in nursing and is based on theory and research in nursing.
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