Molloy University offers 3 Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner tracks:
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – AGACNP
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – AGACNP (Post-Baccalaureate)
- Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate – AGACNP
The programs prepare students to manage complex, acute, and critical conditions in adult and geriatric populations across intensive care, trauma, and acute care settings.
Program Tracks Overview
| Program Name | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MSN | ~$67,950 | ~3–4 years (part-time) |
| DNP | ~$118,650 | ~5 years (part-time) |
| Certificate – AGACNP | ~$20,250 | Varies (gap analysis) |
Molloy University earned a prestigious endorsement from the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL), and 2023 first-time Masters Candidates achieved a nearly 100% pass rate on national certification exams.
Master of Science in Nursing – AGACNP
The estimated cost for the MSN-AGACNP program is approximately $67,950 and takes approximately 3-4 years to complete on a part-time basis.
Estimate based on 45 credits × $1,510/credit.
MSN Curriculum
The 45-credit MSN curriculum includes core courses, advanced practice core courses, AGACNP specialty courses, and electives.
Core Courses (9 credits):
- NUR 5051 – Theoretical Applications in Transformative Leadership (3 credits)
- NUR 5052 – Reflective Practice and Advocacy (3 credits)
- NUR 5053 – Research & Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing (3 credits)
Advanced Practice Core Courses (12 credits):
- NUR 5240 – Advanced Pathophysiology (3 credits)
- NUR 5730 – Pharmacotherapeutics (3 credits)
- NUR 5721 – Advanced Physical Assessment (3 credits, includes 45 lab/clinical hours)
- NUR 5831 – The Role of the NP (3 credits)
AGACNP Program Courses (18 credits):
NUR 5760 – AGNP: Diagnostic Reasoning
This course builds advanced clinical problem-solving skills through diagnostic reasoning, treatment planning, and interprofessional collaboration in adult-gerontology care. Students practice case workups, write clear diagnostic statements, and present patient problems in a professional format. The course includes seminar work and 90 clinical hours per semester.
NUR 5881 – AGACNP Pathophysiology/Pharmacology/Therapeutics in Adult Care I
This hybrid course prepares students to manage acute, chronic, and critical illness in adult and older adult patients with cardiac, pulmonary, acid-base, and renal conditions. Students link disease mechanisms with psychosocial and cultural factors to guide diagnostic testing, treatment choices, and follow-up care. The course also covers professional, ethical, and legal issues in acute care practice.
NUR 5882 – AGACNP: Pathophysiology/Pharmacology/Therapeutics in Adult Care II
This course prepares students to diagnose and manage complex adult and older adult conditions affecting neurologic, endocrine, gastrointestinal, renal, and GU/GYN systems. Students apply pathophysiology and pharmacology concepts to select diagnostics, interpret results, and plan evidence-based treatment and monitoring. Professional, ethical, and legal responsibilities are addressed throughout.
NUR 5883 – AGACNP: Pathophysiology/Pharmacology/Therapeutics in Adult Care III
This course focuses on acute and critical conditions in dermatology, musculoskeletal, immune/hematology, and psychiatric care, with attention to end-of-life needs. Students develop management plans that connect disease processes with psychosocial and socio-cultural responses to illness and injury. The course also reinforces ethical, legal, and professional standards for advanced practice.
NUR 5891 – AGACNP: Adult Acute Care Practicum I
This pass/fail practicum develops AGACNP role skills in medical acute care settings such as MICU, CCU, NICU, and inpatient units. Students apply theory, pathophysiology, and psychosocial concepts to plan and deliver care for diverse adult and older adult patients. The course includes seminar, five clinical conferences, and 155 clinical hours per semester.
NUR 5892 – AGACNP: Adult Care Acute Practicum II
This pass/fail practicum builds AGACNP competencies in surgical acute and critical care settings such as SICU, CTU, NSICU, trauma, and surgical inpatient units. Students strengthen diagnostic and therapeutic management skills for high-acuity surgical problems in adult-gerontology populations. The course includes seminar, five clinical conferences, and 155 clinical hours per semester.
NUR 5893 – AGACNP: Adult Care Acute Practicum III
This pass/fail practicum supports advanced skill building in specialty settings such as oncology, palliative care, trauma, stroke, rapid response, and emergency care. Students refine diagnosis and management skills while aligning clinical work with individual practice interests. The course includes seminar, five clinical conferences, and 155 clinical hours per semester.
Elective Courses (6 credits)
More curriculum details are available here.
MSN Clinicals
Students complete 555 clinical hours distributed across four practicum courses and one assessment course.
- NUR 5721: 45 clinical/lab hours
- NUR 5760: 90 clinical hours
- NUR 5891: 155 clinical hours
- NUR 5892: 155 clinical hours
- NUR 5893: 155 clinical hours
MSN Prerequisites & Admissions
- Baccalaureate degree in nursing from professionally accredited program
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale
- Current New York State RN license registration certificate
- Evidence of successful completion of undergraduate Statistics, Nursing Research, and Basic Physical Assessment courses
- One year of clinical nursing experience
- One year of inpatient/acute care (ICU/ED) experience required
- Essay discussing chosen specialty, work experience relevance, and goals upon completion
- Official transcripts from all academic institutions (international students require WES or SPANTRAN evaluation)
- Current CV/resume including work experience with years at each location and all higher education
- Three letters of recommendation (at least two from clinical managers attesting to clinical competency)
- Personal interview
- Completed application
Doctor of Nursing Practice – AGACNP (Post-Baccalaureate)
The estimated cost for the Post-Baccalaureate DNP-AGACNP program is approximately $118,650 and takes approximately 5 years to complete on a part-time basis.
Estimate based on 70 credits × $1,695/credit.
DNP Curriculum
The 70-credit Post-Baccalaureate DNP curriculum includes AGACNP core courses, advanced practice courses, specialty courses, DNP core courses, and DNP clinical residency practicums totaling at least 1,000 clinical hours.
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Core Courses (3 credits):
- NUR 5051 – Theoretical Applications in Transformative Leadership (3 credits)
Advanced Practice Core Courses (12 credits):
- NUR 5240 – Advanced Pathophysiology (3 credits)
- NUR 5721 – AGNP/CNS Advanced Physical Assessment (3 credits, 45 clinical/lab hours)
- NUR 5730 – Pharmacotherapeutics (3 credits)
- NUR 5831 – Role of Nurse Practitioner (3 credits)
AGACNP Program Courses (18 credits):
- NUR 5760 – AGNP: Diagnostic Reasoning (3 credits, 90 clinical hours)
- NUR 5881 – AGACNP Pathophysiology/Pharmacology/Therapeutics in Adult Care I (3 credits)
- NUR 5882 – AGACNP: Pathophysiology/Pharmacology/Therapeutics in Adult Care II (3 credits)
- NUR 5883 – AGACNP: Pathophysiology/Pharmacology/Therapeutics in Adult Care III (3 credits)
- NUR 5891 – AGACNP: Adult Acute Care Practicum I (2 credits, 155 clinical hours)
- NUR 5892 – AGACNP: Adult Care Acute Practicum II (2 credits, 155 clinical hours)
- NUR 5893 – AGACNP: Adult Care Acute Practicum III (2 credits, 155 clinical hours)
DNP Core Courses (27 credits):
- BUS 5560 – Economic Evaluations in Healthcare (3 credits)
- BUS 5570 – Healthcare Finance (3 credits)
- NUR 6010 – Ethics: The Foundation of Leadership (3 credits)
- NUR 6030 – Scholarship of Health Care Organization and Policy (3 credits)
- NUR 6200 – Biostatistics (3 credits)
- NUR 6210 – Clinical Research for Evidence-Based Practice (3 credits)
- NUR 6220 – Global Epidemiology (3 credits)
- NUR 6230 – Evidence-Based Practice: Informatics (3 credits)
- NUR 6500 – Nursing Education: Principles, Dynamics and Innovations (3 credits)
DNP Clinical Residency Practica Courses (10 credits):
- NUR 6240 – Clinical Research Residency I (2 credits, 100 clinical hours)
- NUR 6250 – Clinical Research Residency II (2 credits, 100 clinical hours)
- NUR 6260 – Clinical Research Residency III (3 credits, 150 clinical hours)
- NUR 6270 – Clinical Research Residency IV (3 credits, 150 clinical hours)
More curriculum details are available here.
DNP Clinicals
Students complete at least 1,000 clinical hours distributed across AGACNP practicum courses (555 hours) and DNP clinical residency courses (500 hours).
- AGACNP Practicums: 555 clinical hours total
- DNP Residency I & II: 100 clinical hours each
- DNP Residency III & IV: 150 clinical hours each
DNP Prerequisites & Admissions
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing from accredited program
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.2 on 4.0 scale
- Current New York State RN license registration certificate
- One year of recent clinical nursing experience preferred (recent inpatient acute care experience preferred for Acute Care DNP)
- Three letters of recommendation attesting to clinical competency
- Completed application with current CV/resume
- Basic computer skills related to application software and information processing
- Transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework
- Written essay regarding reason for pursuing DNP degree
- Scholarly writing sample (publication or prior professional/academic writing)
- Health and professional requirements as determined by nursing program
- Interview with Director of DNP Program and faculty
Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate – AGACNP
The estimated cost for the Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate AGACNP program is approximately $20,250 and varies in duration based on gap analysis results.
Estimate based on 30 credits × $675/credit.
Certificate Curriculum
The 30-credit Post-Master’s Advanced Certificate includes advanced practice core courses and AGACNP specialty courses, with gap analysis determining final course requirements.
Advanced Practice Core Courses (12 credits):
- NUR 5240 – Advanced Pathophysiology (3 credits)
- NUR 5721 – AGNP/CNS Advanced Physical Assessment (3 credits, 45 clinical/lab hours)
- NUR 5730 – Pharmacotherapeutics (3 credits)
- NUR 5831 – Role of Nurse Practitioner (3 credits)
AGACNP Program Courses (18 credits, 580 clinical hours total):
- NUR 5760 – AGNP: Diagnostic Reasoning (3 credits, 90 clinical hours)
- NUR 5881 – AGACNP Pathophysiology/Pharmacology/Therapeutics in Adult Care I (3 credits)
- NUR 5882 – AGACNP: Pathophysiology/Pharmacology/Therapeutics in Adult Care II (3 credits)
- NUR 5883 – AGACNP: Pathophysiology/Pharmacology/Therapeutics in Adult Care III (3 credits)
- NUR 5891 – AGACNP: Adult Acute Care Practicum I (2 credits, 155 clinical hours)
- NUR 5892 – AGACNP: Adult Care Acute Practicum II (2 credits, 155 clinical hours)
- NUR 5893 – AGACNP: Adult Care Acute Practicum III (2 credits, 155 clinical hours)
More curriculum details are available here.
Certificate Clinicals
Students complete 580 clinical hours across four practicum courses and one assessment course.
- NUR 5721: 45 clinical/lab hours
- NUR 5760: 90 clinical hours
- NUR 5891: 155 clinical hours
- NUR 5892: 155 clinical hours
- NUR 5893: 155 clinical hours
Certificate Prerequisites & Admissions
- Master’s degree in nursing from accredited program
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.2 on 4.0 scale and overall minimum graduate GPA of 3.2
- Current New York State registration as Registered Nurse
- One year of recent clinical nursing experience required
- Three letters of recommendation attesting to clinical competency (one must be from manager)
- Completed application with current CV/resume
- Basic computer skills related to application software and information processing
- Transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate coursework
- Written essay regarding reason for pursuing advanced certificate
- Scholarly writing sample (publication or prior professional/academic writing)
- Health and professional requirements as determined by nursing program
- Interview with Associate Dean and Director of DNP program and faculty, with on-site brief writing sample
- Gap analysis of prior program determines additional course needs
Tuition & Fees
Graduate MSN tuition is $1,510 per credit with an enrollment fee of $395 per semester (Fall/Spring) or $260 per semester (Summer/Intersession) and an academic technology fee of $345 per semester (Fall/Spring).
Post-Master’s Certificate tuition is $675 per credit with an academic technology fee of $345 per semester.
Doctoral DNP tuition is $1,695 per credit with an enrollment fee of $395 per semester (Fall/Spring) or $260 per semester (Summer/Intersession) and an academic technology fee of $345 per semester (Fall/Spring).
See the official tuition page for more details.
Accreditation & Certification
Molloy University’s nursing programs are professionally accredited, and graduates are prepared to sit for national certification as Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioners through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). Both certifications are valid for five years with continuing education requirements for renewal.