Explore 21+ online acute care nurse practitioner (ACNP) programs

Acute care nurse practitioner programs help to prepare nurses to care for and support acutely ill patients. The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredits advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) programs (PDF, 217 KB), which includes acute care nurse practitioner programs.

While the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) only offers renewals of the Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC), the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) offers many acute nurse practitioner certifications for adult-gerontology, pediatric and neonatal for registered nurses (RNs) and APRNs.

Online acute care nurse practitioner program

Online ACNP programs are a flexible alternative for nurses who are unable or prefer not to make significant changes to their lives to attend an on-campus program.

The program cards/tables featured on this page were last updated in March 2021. For the most current program information, please refer to the official website of the respective school.

Georgetown University

School of Nursing

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MS in Nursing – Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG-ACNP)

Become an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in as few as 23 months with Georgetown University’s online program. RN and BSN required.

CCNE Accredited
Complete the 40 credit program in as few as 23 months
Clinical Placement Support

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As you search for an online acute care program, whether it focuses on adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioners or pediatric acute care nurse practitioners, be sure to pay attention to the features essential for your success during the program and after graduation. Some critical elements include live classes, clinical hour support teams for online students, career services, and opportunities to network with classmates.

Several schools offer online programs that closely resemble their on-campus counterparts, allowing students to earn a degree from a familiar and reputable school without relocating. Nurse practitioner online programs are gaining recognition as a path for advancing one’s career and becoming a nurse practitioner.

Simmons University

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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Earn an MSN online from Simmons University. Choose from two program options — FNP or PMHNP — and prepare to raise the standard of patient care.

Choose from two program options — FNP or PMHNP
Complete in as few as 24 months
Full-time and part-time tracks available

Georgetown University

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Master of Science in Nursing

Nursing@Georgetown delivers Georgetown University’s MS in Nursing program online, preparing RNs with a BSN to pursue certification in an APRN specialty. Students can earn their degree in as few as 23 months.

Earn your MS in Nursing in as few as 23 months
Choose from one of four APRN specialty areas: AG-ACNP, FNP, NM/WHNP, or WHNP
Gain hands-on clinical experience in evidence-based practice

St. John Fisher University

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Master of Science in Nursing

Earn an M.S. in Nursing online at the Wegmans School of Nursing. Bachelor’s in nursing and RN license-required.

Part-time and accelerated tracks available
Four program options: PCFNP, PMHNP, AGACNP, AGPCNP

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Note: Some of these programs may require on-campus visit requirements as a part of their curriculum and program. Check with your desired university for more information.

University	Location	Study Length	Clinical Hours	Enrollment Type
Boise State University	Boise, Idaho	3 years	700 hours	Part-Time
Chamberlain University	Chicago, Illinois	3 years	750 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
Clarkson College	Omaha, New England	2+ years	N/A	Full-Time and Part-Time
Drexel University	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	2+ years	720-800 hours	Part-Time
Duke University	Durham, North Carolina	1.5+ years	616-840 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
George Washington University	Washington, D.C	3 years	650 hours	Part-Time
Georgetown University info SPONSORED	Washington, D.C	23 months	600 hours	Part-Time
Georgia Southern University	Slatesboro, Georgia	N/A	720 hours	Full-Time
Graceland University	Independence, Missouri	3+ years	540 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
Grand Canyon University	Phoenix, Arizona	2 years	N/A	Full-Time
Maryville University	St. Louis, Missouri	3 years	830 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
Northern Kentucky University	Highland Heights, Kentucky	1.5+ years	500 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
Ohio University	Athens, Ohio	2 years	650 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
Regis College	Weston, Massachusetts	2+ years	600 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
Saint Louis University	St. Louis, Missouri	2+ years	600 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
Seton Hall University	South Orange, New Jersey	3+ years	540+ hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
South College	Knoxville, Tennessee	1.5+ years	N/A	Full-Time and Part-Time
St. John Fisher University info SPONSORED	Rochester, New York	As few as 28 months	600 hours	Part-Time
Texas Tech University	Lubbock, Texas	3 years	630 hours	Part-Time
The University of Alabama at Birmingham	Birmingham, Alabama	2 years	600 hours	Part-Time
Thomas Jefferson University	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	2+ years	673	Full-Time and Part-Time
University of Colorado	Aurora, Colorado	2+ years	585+	Full-Time and Part-Time
University of South Alabama	Mobile, Alabama	2+ years	600 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
University of South Carolina	Columbia, South Carolina	3 years	672 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
University of Southern Indiana	Evansville, Indiana	3+ years	705 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
University of Texas at El Paso	El Paso, Texas	3 years	675+	Full-Time and Part-Time
Walden University	Minneapolis, Minnesota	N/A	640 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
Wilkes University	Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania	3+ years	500 hours	Full-Time and Part-Time
Youngstown State University	Youngstown, Ohio	1.5+ years	540 hours	Full-Time

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Boise State University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Boise, Idaho

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Part-Time

Length of Program: 3 years

Credits: 50

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing
At least a 3.0 GPA
Current, unrestricted U.S. RN license
Completion of undergraduate statistics and research with at least a grade of a C
Transcripts
Completed application
Goal statement
Resume or CV
AGNP written interview survey
Letter of recommendation

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Chamberlain University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Chicago, Illinois

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 3 years

Credits: 48

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program
At least a 3.0 GPA
A current, unrestricted U.S. RN license
For AG-ACNP – At least two years of acute nursing experience within the last 5 years
Completed application
Transcripts

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Clarkson College

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Omaha, New England

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2+ years

Credits: 49

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program
At least a 3.0 GPA
A current, unrestricted U.S. RN license
Completed application

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Drexel University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Part-Time

Length of Program: 2+ years

Credits: 57

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program
At least a 3.0 GPA
A current, unrestricted U.S. RN license
For AG-ACNP – At least two years of acute nursing experience
For Pediatric ACNP – At least one year of pediatric nursing experience
For Pediatric ACNP – Current PALS certification
Completed application
Transcripts
Two letters of recommendation
Personal statement
Resume

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Duke University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Durham, North Carolina

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1.5+ years

Credits: 43+

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree
Current, unrestricted United States RN license
At least a 3.0 GPA
For AG-ACNP – At least one year of acute care nursing experience
For Pediatric – At least one year of acute care pediatric nursing experience
A current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate
Transcripts
Three professional recommendations
Personal statement
Resume/CV
Official GRE scores

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George Washington University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Washington, D.C.

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Part-Time

Length of Program: 3 years

Credits: 48

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a professional institution (NLNAC/CCNE/ACEN)
Active and unencumbered registered nurse (RN) license
At least a 3.0 GPA
Two letters of recommendation
Completed application
Statement of Purpose
Resume
Minimum of one year critical care RN work experience

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Georgetown University

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School of Nursing

MS in Nursing – Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG-ACNP)

Washington, D.C.

Description:

The Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program prepares registered nurses with acute and/or critical-care experience to provide direct patient management in acute and complex care settings. Graduates are empowered to integrate evidence-based practice, alleviate patient and family suffering, and facilitate ethical decision-making. In support of our long-standing commitment to care for the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—this program fosters nursing excellence in holistic care across a patient’s adult life.

Enrollment Type: Part-Time

Length of Program: 23 months

Credits: 40

Admission Requirements:

Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or CNL/entry-level MSN from a CCNE- or ACEN-accredited program
Hold a current U.S. registered nurse (RN) license
Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and a 3.0 science GPA
Have successfully completed a college level three-credit course in statistics with a grade of C or better
At least one year of full-time experience in an intensive care unit, emergency department, telemetry unit, or progressive care unit.

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Georgia Southern University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Slatesboro, Georgia

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time

Length of Program: N/A

Credits: 43

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a professional institution (NLNAC/CCNE/ACEN)
Current U.S. registered nurse (RN) license or APRN certification
At least a 3.0 GPA
Undergraduate introductory course in statistics and health appraisal/physical assessment course with grade C or better
Three letters of recommendation
Completed application
Georgia Southern University Health Services Form
Proof of American Heart Association Level C CPR certification
Proof of Georgia RN licensure over any replication of license submitted
Resume
Minimum of one year critical care RN work experience within the last three years

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Graceland University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Independence, Missouri

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 3+ years

Credits: 47

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree from a professional institution (NLNAC/CCNE/ACEN)
Current U.S. registered nurse (RN) license
At least a 3.0 GPA
A grade of B or better in any nursing course
Satisfactory criminal background check after acceptance
Three professional references
Professional goals statement of 150 words or less
Completed application
Transcripts

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Grand Canyon University

College of Nursing and Health Care Professions

Master of Science in Nursing – Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Phoenix, Arizona

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing – Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Enrollment Type: Full-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 53

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Educator, Healthcare Quality and Safety, Informatics, Healthcare Systems Leadership

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (CCNE, NLNAC, or ACEN accredited)
RN license
CV/resume
Letter of intent
Nursing experience (2 years)
ICU, Adult ER, Progressive Care and/or Post-Operative experience (1 year)

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Maryville University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

St. Louis, Missouri

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 3 years

Credits: 47

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree
Current U.S. registered nurse (RN) license
At least a 3.0 GPA
Three letters of recommendation
Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume
500-word essay on your interest in becoming a nurse practitioner and how you plan to use your education to affect patient outcomes
At least one year of clinical experience

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Northern Kentucky University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Highland Heights , Kentucky

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1.5+ years

Credits: 46

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing
At least a 3.0 GPA
Current, unrestricted United States RN license
Completed application
Transcripts
At least 1,000 clinical hours as a registered nurse
At least one year of clinical care experience
Completion of undergraduate statistics course with at least a grade of a C

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Ohio University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Athens, Ohio

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 46

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing
At least a 3.0 GPA
Current, unrestricted United States RN license
Completion of undergraduate statistics, management, chemistry, anatomy and physiology 1 and 2, microbiology, and research with at least a grade of a C

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Regis College

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Weston, Massachusetts

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2+ years

Credits: 46+

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution
Must complete a college-level statistics course prior to the start of classes
Current, unrestricted United States RN license
Transcripts
Resume
Statement of Purpose
Two letters of recommendation

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Saint Louis University

Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

St.Louis, Missouri

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2+ years

Credits: 37

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program
At least a 3.25 GPA
A current, unrestricted United States RN license
Three recommendations
Statement
Resume/CV
American Heart Association CPR certification

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Seton Hall University

College of Nursing Seton Hall

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

South Orange, New Jersey

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 3+ years

Credits: 48

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program
Current U.S. registered nurse (RN) license
At least a 3.2 GPA
For AG-ACNP – At least two years of professional patient care experience
For Pediatric Primary ACNP – At least one year of nursing experience
Statement of professional goals
Professional liability insurance
Two letters of reference
TOEFL scores (international students)
For AG-ACNP – Completion of undergraduate courses in statistics and physical assessment

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South College

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Knoxville, Tennessee

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1.5+ years

Credits: 74

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program
Current unencumbered registered nurse (RN) license or in process of becoming licensed
At least a 3.0 GPA

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St. John Fisher University

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Wegmans School of Nursing

Online Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Program

Rochester, New York

Description:

The online Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) program from the Wegmans School of Nursing empowers you to help adult and older adult patients manage acute and chronic conditions. Complete part time in as few as 28 months.

Enrollment Type: Part-Time

Length of Program: As few as 28 months

Credits: 46

Admission Requirements:

Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions;
Two letters of recommendation from individuals who currently work with the applicant and are qualified at the master’s level or higher in nursing (APRN preferred; physician and/or PA, NP, or CNS also accepted)
A personal statement
An updated résumé
One year of current clinical experience
Unencumbered RN license in the state in which they are employed and intend to practice as a registered professional nurse
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification and one year of current acute care clinical experience
Undergraduate GPA of 3.0
Grade of “B” or higher in health assessment, research, and statistics coursework
TOEFL of IELTS scores for non-native English speaking applicants

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Texas Tech University

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Lubbock, Texas

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Part-Time

Length of Program: 3 years

Credits: 48

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program
At least a 3.0 GPA
A current, unrestricted United States RN license
Completion of undergraduate courses in statistics and research with at least a grade of a C
Personal statement/essay
Three professional references
Transcripts
Completion of the TTUHSC SON Computer Literacy Test

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The University of Alabama at Birmingham

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Birmingham, Alabama

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Part-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 45

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing
At least a 3.0 GPA
Current, unrestricted United States RN license
Students with less than a 3.2 GPA must submit GRE, GMAT or MAT Scores
Three letters of References
Transcripts

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Thomas Jefferson University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2+ years

Credits: 36

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing
At least a 3.0 GPA
Current, unrestricted United States RN license
At least one year of clinical experience
Transcripts
Resume/CV
Personal statement
Two letters of recommendation
Drug, criminal background and child abuse clearances

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University of Colorado

College of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Aurora, Colorado

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2+ years

Credits: 49+

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing
At least a 3.0 GPA
Current, unrestricted United States RN license
Completed application
Essay
Completion of undergraduate statistics and research course with at least a grade of a C
Resume/CV
Three letters of reference
Applicant interview
Transcripts

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University of South Alabama

College of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Mobile, Alabama

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2+ years

Credits: 45

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree
Current, unrestricted United States RN License
At least a 3.0 GPA
Citizen of the United States of America
Completion of primary and supplemental applications
At least two years of clinical experience
Transcripts
At least two years of direct patient care experience in emergency, ICU or Med-Surg

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University of South Carolina

College of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Columbia, South Carolina

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 3 years

Credits: 46

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an Accredited Program
At least a 3.0 GPA
Current, Unrestricted United States RN License
At least 1 year of Nursing Experience
Personal Statement
Resume/CV
3 Letters of Recommendation
BLS and ACLS Certification

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University of Southern Indiana

College of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Evansville, Indiana

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 3+ years

Credits: 42

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing
At least a 3.0 GPA
Current, unrestricted United States RN license
Completion of undergraduate statistics with at least a grade of a C
Completed application
Transcripts
Resume or CV
Statement of professional goals
Two reference

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University of Texas at El Paso

College of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

El Paso, Texas

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 3 years

Credits: 46+

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree
Current U.S. Registered Nurse (RN) license
Transcripts
Letter of purpose
Resume/CV
Letter of recommendation

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Walden University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: N/A

Credits: 58

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree
Completed application
Transcripts
Completion of Technical Standards Policy & Clinical Site Acknowledgement Form
Statement of understanding of the MSN NP practicum requirements
Identification of potential clinical sites according to applicants area

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Wilkes University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 3+ years

Credits: 40

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing
At least a 3.0 GPA
Current, unrestricted United States RN license
Completed application
Resume
At least one year of clinical experience
Transcripts

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Youngstown State University

School of Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Youngstown, Ohio

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Enrollment Type: Full-Time

Length of Program: 1.5+ years

Credits: 45

Concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Admission Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree
At least a 3.0 GPA
Valid RN license in state you will complete practicum hours
Official transcripts
At least one year of critical care clinical experience

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Career pathways for acute care nurse practitioners (ACNP)

Acute care nurse practitioners are a type of nurse practitioner that typically specialize in adult or pediatric care. ACNPs provide service to patients with severe injuries or illnesses and typically work in ICUs, emergency rooms, and more.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, nurse practitioners earned a median pay of $121,610 per year as of May 2022. The states with the highest employment of nurse practitioners are California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Tennessee.

For more nursing programs, check out the list of online MSN programs.

Last updated February 2024.