Overview: University of Arizona: College of Nursing
Programs Offered: AGACNP, FNP, PNP (Primary Care), PMHNP
Degree Types: Post-MSN Certificate Second Secialty (APRN required), DNP (BSN Required), MSN to DNP with New or Second Specialty (any MSN accepted)
Accreditation: CCNE
Instruction Methods: Program mainly uses asynchronous instruction. When live participation is required, students are given notice in advanced so that they can plan to be online at required times.
Phone Number: (520) 626-6154
Social Media: Facebook and Twitter
University of Arizona Online APRN Programs
University of Arizona Online FNP Programs
Online Post-Master of Science (MS) Certificate – Family Nurse Practitioner
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Family Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: Post-MSN Certificate Second Specialty (APRN required)
Program Structure: Online instruction with two to three on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 540 clinical hours required
Number of Credits Required: 22 to 31 credits needed to graduate (depending on gap analysis of coursework taken during first MSN program)
Number of Campus Visits Required: 2 to 3 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Part-time only
Program Length: Program can be completed in 16 months
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (program does not accept students every year)
Number of Terms: 4 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: MSN required; current RN license; APRN license and certification required
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$21,450 to ~$30,225 + fees (depending on gap analysis)
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Online Program (BSN to DNP) – Family Nurse Practitioner
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Family Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: DNP (BSN Required)
Program Structure: Online instruction with four on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 1000 clinical hours (min) required (720 specialty hours plus DNP project hours)
Number of Credits Required: 68 credits needed to graduate
Number of Campus Visits Required: 4 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time and Part-time
Program Length: Full-time: program can be completed in 2.5 to 3 years; Part-time: program can be completed in 3.5 to 4 years
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (in August)
Number of Terms: Full-time: 7 to 8 semesters; Part-time: 10 to 11 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: BSN required; current RN license
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$66,300 + fees
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Online Program (MSN to DNP with Specialty) – Family Nurse Practitioner
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Family Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: MSN to DNP with New or Second Specialty (any MSN accepted)
Program Structure: Online instruction with three to four on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 1000 clinical hours (min) required (720 specialty hours plus DNP project hours)
Number of Credits Required: ~59 to 68 credits needed to graduate (actual credits will depend on gap analysis from MSN program)
Number of Campus Visits Required: 3 to 4 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time and Part-time
Program Length: Full-time: program can be completed in 2.5 to 3 years; Part-time: program can be completed in 3.5 to 4 years (for both FT & PT options, it may be possible to complete the program in less time depending on a gap analysis of previously completed MSN coursework)
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (in August)
Number of Terms: Full-time: 7 to 8 semesters; Part-time: 10 to 11 semesters (program may require fewer terms depending on the actual number of credits needed to complete the program)
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: MSN required; current RN license
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0 (GPA of 3.5 or greater is recommended)
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$57,525 to ~$66,300 + fees (actual tuition cost will depend on the number of required credits)
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
University of Arizona Online AGACNP Programs
Online Post-Master of Science (MS) Certificate – Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Adult Gerontology – Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: Post-MSN Certificate Second Specialty (APRN required)
Program Structure: Online instruction with two to three on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 540 clinical hours required
Number of Credits Required: 21 to 30 credits needed to graduate (depending on gap analysis of coursework taken during first MSN program)
Number of Campus Visits Required: 2 to 3 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Part-time only
Program Length: Program can be completed in 16 months
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (program does not accept students every year)
Number of Terms: 4 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: MSN required; current RN license; APRN license and certification required; RN experience in acute care nursing
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$20,475 to ~$29,250 + fees (depending on gap analysis)
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Online Program (BSN to DNP) – Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Adult Gerontology – Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: DNP (BSN Required)
Program Structure: Online instruction with four on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 1000 clinical hours (min) required (720 specialty hours plus DNP project hours)
Number of Credits Required: 67 credits needed to graduate
Number of Campus Visits Required: 4 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time and Part-time
Program Length: Full-time: program can be completed in 2.5 to 3 years; Part-time: program can be completed in 3.5 to 4 years
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (in August)
Number of Terms: Full-time: 7 to 8 semesters; Part-time: 10 to 11 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: BSN required; current RN license; RN experience in acute care nursing
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$65,325 + fees
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Online Program (MSN to DNP with Specialty) – Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Adult Gerontology – Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: MSN to DNP with New or Second Specialty (any MSN accepted)
Program Structure: Online instruction with three to four on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 1000 clinical hours (min) required (720 specialty hours plus DNP project hours)
Number of Credits Required: ~58 to 67 credits needed to graduate (actual credits will depend on gap analysis from MSN program)
Number of Campus Visits Required: 3 to 4 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time and Part-time
Program Length: Full-time: program can be completed in 2.5 to 3 years; Part-time: program can be completed in 3.5 to 4 years (for both FT & PT options, it may be possible to complete the program in less time depending on a gap analysis of previously completed MSN coursework)
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (in August)
Number of Terms: Full-time: 7 to 8 semesters; Part-time: 10 to 11 semesters (program may require fewer terms depending on the actual number of credits needed to complete the program)
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: MSN required; current RN license; RN experience in acute care nursing
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0 (GPA of 3.5 or greater is recommended)
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$56,550 to ~$65,325 + fees (actual tuition cost will depend on the number of required credits)
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
University of Arizona Online PPCNP Programs
Online Post-Master of Science (MS) Certificate – Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: Post-MSN Certificate Second Specialty (APRN required)
Program Structure: Online instruction with two to three on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 540 clinical hours required
Number of Credits Required: 18 to 27 credits needed to graduate (depending on gap analysis of coursework taken during first MSN program)
Number of Campus Visits Required: 2 to 3 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Part-time only
Program Length: Program can be completed in 16 months
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (program does not accept students every year)
Number of Terms: 4 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: MSN required; current RN license; APRN license and certification required
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$17,550 to ~$26,325 + fees (depending on gap analysis)
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Online Program (BSN to DNP) – Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: DNP (BSN Required)
Program Structure: Online instruction with four on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 1000 clinical hours (min) required (720 specialty hours plus DNP project hours)
Number of Credits Required: 64 credits needed to graduate
Number of Campus Visits Required: 4 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time and Part-time
Program Length: Full-time: program can be completed in 2.5 to 3 years; Part-time: program can be completed in 3.5 to 4 years
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (in August)
Number of Terms: Full-time: 7 to 8 semesters; Part-time: 10 to 11 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: BSN required; current RN license
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$62,400 + fees
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Online Program (MSN to DNP with Specialty) – Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: MSN to DNP with New or Second Specialty (any MSN accepted)
Program Structure: Online instruction with three to four on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 1000 clinical hours (min) required (720 specialty hours plus DNP project hours)
Number of Credits Required: ~55 to 64 credits needed to graduate (actual credits will depend on gap analysis from MSN program)
Number of Campus Visits Required: 3 to 4 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time and Part-time
Program Length: Full-time: program can be completed in 2.5 to 3 years; Part-time: program can be completed in 3.5 to 4 years (for both FT & PT options, it may be possible to complete the program in less time depending on a gap analysis of previously completed MSN coursework)
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (in August)
Number of Terms: Full-time: 7 to 8 semesters; Part-time: 10 to 11 semesters (program may require fewer terms depending on the actual number of credits needed to complete the program)
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: MSN required; current RN license
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0 (GPA of 3.5 or greater is recommended)
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$53,625 to ~$62,400 + fees (actual tuition cost will depend on the number of required credits)
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
University of Arizona Online PMHNP Programs
Online Post-Master of Science (MS) Certificate – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: Post-MSN Certificate Second Specialty (APRN required)
Program Structure: Online instruction with two to three on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 540 clinical hours required
Number of Credits Required: 19 to 30 credits needed to graduate (depending on gap analysis of coursework taken during first MSN program and if the student is an already NP with prescriptive authority)
Number of Campus Visits Required: 2 to 3 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Part-time only
Program Length: Program can be completed in 16 months
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (program does not accept students every year)
Number of Terms: 4 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: MSN required; current RN license; APRN license and certification required
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$18,525 to ~$29,250 + fees (depending on gap analysis)
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Online Program (BSN to DNP) – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: DNP (BSN Required)
Program Structure: Online instruction with four on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 1000 clinical hours (min) required (720 specialty hours plus DNP project hours)
Number of Credits Required: 67 credits needed to graduate
Number of Campus Visits Required: 4 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time and Part-time
Program Length: Full-time: program can be completed in 2.5 to 3 years; Part-time: program can be completed in 3.5 to 4 years
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (in August)
Number of Terms: Full-time: 7 to 8 semesters; Part-time: 10 to 11 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: BSN required; current RN license
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$65,325 + fees
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Online Program (MSN to DNP with Specialty) – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: MSN to DNP with New or Second Specialty (any MSN accepted)
Program Structure: Online instruction with three to four on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.nursing.arizona.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 1000 clinical hours (min) required (720 specialty hours plus DNP project hours)
Number of Credits Required: ~56 to 67 credits needed to graduate (actual credits will depend on gap analysis from MSN program and if the student is already an NP with prescriptive authority)
Number of Campus Visits Required: 3 to 4 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time and Part-time
Program Length: Full-time: program can be completed in 2.5 to 3 years; Part-time: program can be completed in 3.5 to 4 years (for both FT & PT options, it may be possible to complete the program in less time depending on a gap analysis of previously completed MSN coursework)
Program Start Date: Fall admission only (in August)
Number of Terms: Full-time: 7 to 8 semesters; Part-time: 10 to 11 semesters (program may require fewer terms depending on the actual number of credits needed to complete the program)
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: MSN required; current RN license
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0 (GPA of 3.5 or greater is recommended)
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$54,600 to ~$65,325 + fees (actual tuition cost will depend on the number of required credits)
Cost Per Credit Hour: $975 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from Alabama, DC, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina and Tennessee
