University of Florida Health ACNP Programs

University of Florida offers a Doctor of Nursing Practice ( BSN to DNP) AGACNP track.

Program Highlights:

  • Flexible online learning with minimal campus visits (one-day orientation)
  • Clinical placements tailored to geographic area within Florida
  • No GRE required for admission

Program Track Overview

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – BSN to DNP AGACNP

The estimated cost for the BSN to DNP-AGACNP program is approximately $40,332 for Florida residents ($100,919 for non-residents) and requires 3 years to complete on a full-time basis.

DNP Curriculum

The program requires 76 credit hours delivered through online coursework with periodic campus visits for health assessment, clinical courses, simulation training, and skill development. Students progress through foundational courses, specialized AGACNP content, and DNP project requirements aligned with national DNP essentials.

Year One – Fall Semester (10 credits):

  • NGR 6101 Theory and Research for Advance Nursing Practice (3 credits)
  • NGR 6140 Physiology and Pathophysiology for Advanced Nursing Practice (4 credits)
  • NGR 6638 Health Promotion (3 credits)

Year One – Spring Semester (10 credits):

  • NGR 6840 Applied Statistical Analysis I (3 credits)
  • NGR 6172 Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Nursing Practice (4 credits)
  • NGR 6850 Research Methods and Evidence Based Practice (3 credits)

Year One – Summer Semester (10 credits):

  • NGR 6002C Advanced Health Assessment & Diagnostic Reasoning (4 credits)
  • NGR 7700 Health Systems Leadership (3 credits)
  • NGR 6870 Nursing Informatics & Information Management (3 credits)

Year Two – Fall Semester (10 credits, 120 clinical hours):

  • NGR 6052C Adult Nursing: Diagnostics & Procedures (1 credit)
  • NGR 6230C Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner: Diagnostics & Procedures for the Critically Ill (1 credit)
  • NGR 6836 Leading Quality Improvement Practice Initiatives (3 credits)
  • NGR 7891 Health Policy & Finance in Advanced Nursing Practice (3 credits)
  • NGR 7940L Residency in Advanced Nursing Practice (2 credits – 120 hours)

Year Two – Spring Semester (9 credits, 240 clinical hours):

  • NGR 6241 Common Adult Health Problems (4 credits)
  • NGR 6242L Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Clinical 1 (3 credits – 180 hours)
  • NGR 7940L Residency in Advanced Nursing Practice (1 credit – 60 hours)
  • NGR 7970L Advanced Nursing Project (1 credit – 60 hours)

Year Two – Summer Semester (8 credits, 240 clinical hours):

  • NGR 6243 Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner 2 (4 credits)
  • NGR 6243L Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Clinical 2 (3 credits – 180 hours)
  • NGR 7970L Advanced Nursing Project (1 credit – 60 hours)

Year Three – Fall Semester (10 credits, 240 clinical hours):

  • NGR 6248 Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner 3 (3 credits)
  • NGR 6248L Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Clinical 3 (3 credits – 180 hours)
  • NGR 6740 Professional Issues in Advanced Practice Nursing (3 credits)
  • NGR 7970L Advanced Nursing Project (1 credit – 60 hours)

Year Three – Spring Semester (9 credits, 360 clinical hours):

  • NGR 6941 DNP Practicum (4 credits – 240 hours)
  • NGR 7176 Advanced Topics in Pharmacotherapeutics & Genomics (3 credits)
  • NGR 7940L Residency in Advanced Nursing Practice (1 credit – 60 hours)
  • NGR 7970L Advanced Nursing Project (1 credit – 60 hours)

More curriculum details are available here.

DNP Clinicals

Students complete 1,260 total supervised clinical and practicum hours across the program. Clinical placements occur within Florida and are arranged in appropriate healthcare settings focused on high-acuity inpatient environments. Students may be required to travel periodically for structured clinical learning experiences throughout the state.

Clinical Requirements:

  • 1,260 total clinical and practicum hours
  • 540 hours across three AGACNP clinical courses (180 hours each)
  • 240 hours DNP practicum in final semester
  • 480 hours distributed across residency and project experiences
  • All placements within Florida (travel may be required)
  • Focus on ICU, emergency department, and high-acuity settings
  • Supervised and precepted experiences in specialized settings

DNP Admissions Requirements

Academic Requirements:

  • BSN degree from ACEN, CNEA, or CCNE accredited school
  • Minimum 3.0 overall GPA on 4.0 scale
  • Current unencumbered Florida or multi-state RN license (or eligibility for licensure)
  • No GRE required

Experience Requirements:

  • Minimum one year critical care experience (ICU/Emergency Department) required for AGACNP track
  • Demonstrated ability in clinical excellence and leadership

Citizenship/Visa Requirements:

  • U.S. citizen, legal U.S. resident, or valid visa holder
  • Program does not qualify for F-1 or J-1 student sponsorship
  • Legal Permanent Residents and non-immigrants in appropriate status may pursue program

English Proficiency (for international students or non-native English speakers):

  • TOEFL: Computer-based 213, Paper-based 550, Web-based 80, iBT Speaking 26
  • IELTS: Overall 6.5, Speaking 7
  • MELAB: Overall 79

Application Materials:

  • UF Professional Program Application
  • NursingCAS Application with response to specified questions
  • Three letters of reference
  • Current CV or resume
  • Official transcripts from all institutions sent to NursingCAS
  • Credential evaluation from NACES member for international coursework (course-by-course analysis with credits, grades, and GPA)

Important Notifications:

  • All applicants must disclose arrests or criminal charges
  • Background check, fingerprinting, and drug test required upon admission
  • Mandatory immunization verification (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella, Influenza, Tetanus, Tuberculosis)
  • Proof of current health insurance required
  • Disclosure of arrest or conviction may impact admission

Tuition

Florida resident graduate students pay $530.69 per credit hour, while non-Florida residents pay $1,327.88 per credit hour. Standard UF fees include $19.06 Activity and Service Fee, $1.90 Athletic Fee, $15.81 Health Fee, and $9.44 Transportation Access Fee assessed per credit hour.

See the official tuition page for more details.

Application Deadlines

Fall 2026 Application Cycle:

  • NursingCAS application deadline: February 1, 2026
  • Applications reviewed annually for fall admission only

Accreditation

The University of Florida College of Nursing BSN to DNP program is accredited by ACEN, CNEA, or CCNE. Graduates are eligible for national certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), meeting competencies for independent and collaborative management of acute, critical, and chronically ill adult and older adult populations.