Bradley University offers 4 Acute Nurse Practitioner Tracks:
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – AGACNP ADN entry
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – AGACNP BSN entry
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – AGACNP BSN entry
- Post-Master’s Certificate (PMC) – AGACNP MSN entry
The school delivers these AGACNP pathways in an online format, and students complete clinical experiences in acute care settings with qualified preceptor supervision.
Program Tracks Overview
| Program Name | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MSN AGACNP (ADN Entry) | $63,560 | 3 years (full-time) |
| MSN AGACNP (BSN Entry) | $53,345 | 2.3 years (full-time) |
| BSN-DNP AGACNP | $77,180 | 3.3 years (full-time) |
| Certificate AGACNP (Post-Master’s) | $36,320 | 1.7 years (full-time) |
The program focus is acute and complex care for adult and older adult patients, with preparation for the ANCC AGACNP certification exam.
Master of Science in Nursing – AGACNP (ADN Entry)
The estimated cost for the MSN AGACNP (ADN Entry) program is about $63,560 (56 credits at $1,135 per credit) and would take 3 years to complete on a full-time basis.
MSN Curriculum
This plan includes bridge coursework plus MSN core and AGACNP specialty courses that build advanced assessment, clinical reasoning, and acute care management skills.
NUR 300 – Conceptual Bases for Professional Nursing (3.0)
This course introduces core nursing theories, professional roles, and the nursing process. Students examine adaptation theory, research basics, and how society shapes health and nursing practice.
NUR 303 – Research in Nursing (3.0)
This course teaches students to evaluate published nursing research and apply the research process. Students critique studies, complete a literature review, and use computer tools to support research work.
NUR 404 – Community Health Nursing: Theory (2.0)
This course explains the nurse’s role in community and public health settings. Students apply epidemiology, health promotion, and prevention concepts to population-based nursing practice.
NUR 407 – Community Health Practicum RN-MSN (1.0)
This practicum provides supervised community experiences linked to NUR 404. Students apply public health concepts during selected community placements.
BIO 526 – Advanced Pathophysiology (3.0)
This course examines disease mechanisms at the cellular and system levels. Content emphasizes pathologic changes in muscular, respiratory, renal, and cardiovascular systems.
COU 510 – Statistical Procedures (3.0)
This course covers core statistical concepts used in health research. Students interpret data using measures of central tendency, variability, correlation, and introductory inferential methods.
NUR 501 – Nursing Theories: Analysis and Development (3.0)
This course analyzes major nursing theory models and their uses. Students evaluate how theory guides advanced practice and supports nursing research.
NUR 526 – Evidence Based Practice (3.0)
This course teaches how evidence is generated and applied in clinical care. Students turn practice questions into a researchable project using research utilization and EBP concepts.
NUR 600 – Advanced Health Assessment (3.0)
This course develops advanced interviewing and physical exam skills for holistic assessment. Students collect and interpret health data across the lifespan and care settings.
NUR 615 – Health Informatics (3.0)
This course introduces health informatics concepts and healthcare technology systems. Topics include data management, security, legal issues, and professional skills used in informatics roles.
NUR 640 – Healthcare Policy (3.0)
This course examines how policy shapes healthcare regulation, delivery, and finance. Students analyze wellness initiatives and define provider roles in health promotion and quality improvement.
NUR 651 – Advanced Pharmacology I (3.0)
This course builds safe and effective medication decision-making for common conditions. Students apply pharmacologic management to support quality, cost-aware care.
NUR 655 – Diagnostic Reasoning (3.0)
This course strengthens clinical reasoning based on advanced assessment findings. Students interpret diagnostic studies, build differential diagnoses, and update treatment plans across care settings.
NUR 656 – Management of Acutely Ill Adults and Geriatrics I (6.0)
This course introduces acute care NP management of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients with acute and chronic problems. Students use clinical guidelines and complete 200 supervised clinical hours in direct care settings.
NUR 657 – Management of Acutely Ill Adults and Geriatrics II (6.0)
This course builds advanced management of acute and chronic conditions across adult and older adult populations. Students expand diagnosis and treatment skills and complete 200 supervised clinical hours with a clinical preceptor.
NUR 658 – Management of Acutely Ill Adults and Geriatrics III (6.0)
This course advances complex acute care management and team-based practice across settings. Students refine evidence-based decision-making and complete 200 supervised clinical hours.
NUR 690 – Professional Aspects of Advanced Nursing Practice (2.0)
This course reviews professional issues and challenges in advanced practice nursing. Students examine organizational, systems, and population strategies that support specialty practice.
See the official tuition page for more details.
MSN Clinicals
Students complete 600 total clinical hours in acute care settings with preceptor supervision.
- 600 clinical hours total
- Acute care settings with qualified preceptors
MSN Prerequisites and Admissions
- ADN or nursing diploma from a CNEA- or ACEN-accredited program, or RN with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree
- Current unencumbered RN license
- Nursing GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Applicants with gaps receive individual review
Master of Science in Nursing – AGACNP (BSN Entry)
The estimated cost for the MSN AGACNP (BSN Entry) program is about $53,345 (47 credits at $1,135 per credit) and would take 2.3 years to complete on a full-time basis.
MSN Curriculum
This plan uses MSN core courses plus AGACNP specialty courses focused on acute and chronic conditions in adult and geriatric populations.
- BIO 526 Advanced Pathophysiology
- ENC 510 Statistical Procedures
- NUR 501 Nursing Theories: Analysis and Development
- NUR 526 Evidence Based Practice
- NUR 600 Advanced Health Assessment
- NUR 615 Health Informatics
- NUR 640 Healthcare Policy
- NUR 651 Advanced Pharmacology I
- NUR 655 Diagnostic Reasoning
- NUR 656 Management of Acutely Ill Adults & Geriatrics I
- NUR 657 Management of Acutely Ill Adults & Geriatrics II
- NUR 658 Management of Acutely Ill Adults & Geriatrics III
- NUR 690 Professional Aspects of Advanced Nursing Practice
See the official tuition page for more details.
MSN Clinicals
Students complete 600 total clinical hours with preceptor supervision in acute care settings.
- 600 clinical hours total
- Supervised clinical placements in acute care environments
MSN Prerequisites and Admissions
- BSN from a CNEA-, ACEN-, or CCNE-accredited nursing program
- Current unencumbered RN license
- Nursing GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Applicants with gaps receive individual review
Doctor of Nursing Practice – AGACNP (BSN to DNP)
The estimated cost for the DNP AGACNP program is about $77,180 (68 credits at $1,135 per credit) and would take 3.3 years to complete on a full-time basis.
DNP Curriculum
This plan combines advanced clinical courses, population health and systems courses, and a multi-course DNP project sequence.
- BIO 526 Advanced Pathophysiology
- ECO 605 Health Care Economics & Finance
- NUR 600 Advanced Health Assessment
- NUR 651 Advanced Pharmacology I
- NUR 655 Diagnostic Reasoning
- NUR 700 Theoretical Foundations of Nursing Science
- NUR 703 Health Promotion in Populations
- NUR 705 Research Design and Statistical Methods
- NUR 720 Methods in Evidence Based Practice
- NUR 735 Leadership in Advanced Practice Nursing
- NUR 740 Healthcare Policy and Ethics in Advanced Practice Nursing
- NUR 752 Advanced Health Informatics
- NUR 656 Management of Acutely Ill Adults & Geriatrics I
- NUR 657 Management of Acutely Ill Adults & Geriatrics II
- NUR 658 Management of Acutely Ill Adults & Geriatrics III
- NUR 841 DNP Project I
- NUR 842 DNP Project II
- NUR 843 DNP Project III
- NUR 844 DNP Project IV
- NUR 690 Professional Aspects of Advanced Nursing Practice
See the official tuition page for more details.
DNP Clinicals
Students complete 1,000 total clinical hours, including acute care clinical hours plus DNP project practicum hours.
- 1,000 total clinical hours
- 600 acute care clinical hours
- Additional hours tied to DNP project courses
DNP Prerequisites and Admissions
- BSN from a regionally accredited college or university and an accredited nursing program
- Current unencumbered RN license
- 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale in relevant undergraduate work (and 3.0 GPA in graduate work if applicable)
- Online application, $40 fee, official transcripts, admission essay and portfolio
- Two letters of recommendation and CV/résumé
- Advanced practice applicants discuss potential mentors for clinical experiences
Post-Master’s Certificate – AGACNP (MSN to PMC)
The estimated cost for the Post-Master’s Certificate AGACNP program is about $36,320 (32 credits at $1,135 per credit) and would take 1.7 years to complete on a full-time basis.
Certificate Curriculum
This plan focuses on advanced assessment, advanced pharmacology, diagnostic reasoning, and acute care management across three AGACNP management courses.
- BIO 526 Advanced Pathophysiology
- NUR 600 Advanced Health Assessment
- NUR 651 Advanced Pharmacology I
- NUR 655 Diagnostic Reasoning
- NUR 656 Management of Acutely Ill Adults & Geriatrics I
- NUR 657 Management of Acutely Ill Adults & Geriatrics II
- NUR 658 Management of Acutely Ill Adults & Geriatrics III
- NUR 690 Professional Aspects of Advanced Nursing Practice
See the official tuition page for more details.
Certificate Clinicals
Students complete 600 total clinical hours with qualified preceptor supervision in acute care settings.
- 600 clinical hours total
- Supervised practice with qualified preceptors
Certificate Prerequisites and Admissions
- MSN from an accredited nursing program
- Current unencumbered RN license
- 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
- Online application, $40 fee, official transcripts, admission essay, CV/résumé
- Two letters of recommendation
- Advanced practice applicants discuss potential mentors for clinical experiences
Tuition
Bradley University Online lists a graduate tuition rate of $1,135 per credit hour.
The school also lists nursing-related fees such as a Typhon fee ($100), malpractice insurance ($66 per year), and a background check (up to $118), plus other program-related costs that can vary by course and student needs.
More curriculum details are available here.
Application Deadlines
Bradley’s AGACNP page lists these application deadlines: Summer 2026: 4/15/2026 and Fall 2026: 7/15/2026.
Accreditation
Bradley lists nursing accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for the master’s nursing program, the post-graduate APRN certificate program, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program.
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