Rowan University offers 2 Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner tracks:
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – AGACNP Concentration
- Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) – AGACNP
Both tracks are available 100% online with flexible, asynchronous coursework.
Program Tracks Overview
| Program Name | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MSN AGACNP | $38,236 | 3–5 years (part-time) |
| Certificate AGACNP | $19,118 | 2 years (part-time) |
The program prepares registered nurses to work with adult patients suffering from critical and chronic illnesses and sit for the AGACNP certification exam.
Master of Science in Nursing – AGACNP
The estimated cost for the MSN – AGACNP program is $38,236 (44 credits × $869/credit) and would take 3-5 years to complete on a part-time basis.
MSN Curriculum
Students must complete 22 credits of MSN core courses before progressing to the 18-credit AGACNP concentration, plus 4 additional nurse practitioner core credits.
MSN Core Courses:
- Integrated Information Technology in Health Care
- Advanced Health Assessment
- Advanced Nursing Research
- Advanced Pathophysiology
- Advanced Pharmacology
- Leadership and Care Delivery Environment
- Special Issues and Trends in Nursing
Nurse Practitioner Core:
- Epidemiology Health Promotion and Disease Management
- Nurse Practitioner Role: History, Practice Regulations, Reimbursement and Ethics
AGACNP Concentration:
NURS 05538 – Adult Acute and Chronic Disease Management (3 cr)
This course trains AGACNP students to link assessment findings to differential diagnoses, tests, and treatment plans. Students use evidence to manage complex adult and older adult conditions. Topics include mental health, neurologic, renal, pulmonary, vascular, endocrine, GI, and related disorders.
NURS 05533 – AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical I (3 cr, 200–250 hours listed)
This clinical course applies AGACNP health promotion, assessment, and management skills in acute care. Students care for mature and older adults with complex acute and chronic problems. Students also practice team-based care with an interprofessional focus.
NURS 05534 – Evidence Based Clinical Care for AGACNP I (3 cr)
This course builds acute care decision making using evidence-based diagnostics and therapeutics. Students develop differential diagnoses from assessment data and select appropriate interventions. Topics include cardiac issues, toxic exposure, sepsis, pain, oncology, fluids and electrolytes, endocrine, musculoskeletal, and GI disorders.
NURS 05535 – AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical II (3 cr, 200–250 hours listed)
This clinical course expands AGACNP management of complex adult and geriatric patients in acute settings. Students strengthen diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up under preceptor supervision. Students also improve collaboration with patients, families, and care teams.
NURS 05536 – Evidence Based Clinical Care for AGACNP II (3 cr)
This course advances clinical reasoning for high-acuity, life-threatening conditions across body systems. Students integrate assessment, diagnostics, and therapies for critical illness. Case work emphasizes rapid recognition, safe intervention, and outcome-focused management.
NURS 05537 – AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical III (3 cr, 200–250 hours listed)
This advanced practicum develops competency in high-acuity and critical care environments. Students perform comprehensive assessments and order or interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests with preceptor guidance. Clinical sites may include ED, ICU, step-down, transplant, oncology, long-term care, rehab, and acute gerontology settings, with a strong focus on team collaboration.
More curriculum details are available here.
MSN Clinicals
The program requires 750 total clinical hours across three clinical courses.
- AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical I: 250 hours
- AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical II: 250 hours
- AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical III: 250 hours
MSN Admissions Requirements
- Completed online application with $65 non-refundable fee
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale)
- Current valid U.S. RN license (must maintain active New Jersey RN license throughout program)
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended in sealed envelopes
- Current professional resume
- Valid CPR card (updated every two years)
- Two professional letters of recommendation
- Individual Professional Malpractice Insurance (required at application and throughout program)
- Completion of foundation courses: Comprehensive Health Assessment and Research Applications in Nursing Practice
Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study – AGACNP
The estimated cost for the CAGS – AGACNP program is $19,118 (22 credits × $869/credit) and would take 2 years to complete on a part-time basis.
CAGS Curriculum
The certificate program is designed for nurses who already hold an MSN and includes 22 graduate credits. A GAP analysis determines which MSN core courses may be needed before entering the concentration.
Required Courses:
- Epidemiology Health Promotion and Disease Management
- Nurse Practitioner Role: History, Practice Regulations, Reimbursement and Ethics
- Adult Acute and Chronic Disease Management
- AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical I
- Evidence Based Clinical Care for Adult Gerontologic Acute Care Nurse Practitioner I
- AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical II
- Evidence Based Clinical Care for Adult Gerontological Acute Care Nurse Practitioner II
- AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical III
More curriculum details are available here.
CAGS Clinicals
The certificate program requires 750 total clinical hours distributed across three clinical courses, matching the MSN concentration requirements.
- AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical I: 250 hours
- AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical II: 250 hours
- AGACNP Adult Medicine Clinical III: 250 hours
CAGS Admissions Requirements
- Completed online application with $65 non-refundable fee
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
- Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale)
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in New Jersey
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended in sealed envelopes
- Current professional resume
- Valid CPR cards
- Individual Professional Malpractice Insurance
- Two professional letters of recommendation from administrators
- Interview (in-person or telephone) with Faculty Admission Committee
Tuition
Graduate tuition is $869 per credit for online programs.
See the official tuition page for more details.
Accreditation
Rowan University is an accredited institution of higher learning, and the MSN program prepares graduates to sit for the Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification exam administered by the appropriate certifying agency.
Related ACNP Programs for New Jersey Students
- Rutgers University - Newark
- Seton Hall University - South Orange