Nevada has one in-state AGPCNP program, at the University of Nevada, Reno’s Orvis School of Nursing. UNR offers a BSN-to-MSN and a BSN-to-DNP, both fully online. Estimated tuition runs about $17K–$25K before fees, and completion takes 2–3 years. This page also compares Walden University and Purdue Global, which cover routes UNR lacks: entry for ADN-only nurses, MSN-to-DNP, and post-graduate certificates.
Highlights include:
- The Orvis School of Nursing arranges all 780 core clinical hours in both tracks
- No campus visits in either the MSN or the BSN-DNP
- CCNE accreditation at a Carnegie R1 public university
- A 100% first-attempt certification pass rate in most cohorts
Compare AGPCNP Programs Open to Nevada Nurses
| School | Online Format | Campus Commitment | Cost Per Credit | Degrees | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nevada, Reno (in-state) | Online | None | $405 | MSN, BSN-DNP | School-arranged clinicals |
| Walden (online) | Online | None | $785–$960 | RN-MSN, MSN, BSN-DNP, MSN-DNP, certificate | Most entry pathways |
| Purdue Global (online) | Online | None | $420 | Certificate | Lower-cost certificate |
UNR’s rate combines its $383.25 online per-credit charge with $21.50 in mandatory per-credit fees; Walden and Purdue Global rates are published tuition per quarter credit, so they are not a one-to-one match with UNR’s semester credits.
Which Program Fits Your Goals?
Best Placement Support
UNR is the only program here that arranges clinical sites, covering all 780 core hours in primary care clinics, community health centers, specialty settings, and geriatric practices.
Lowest Degree Tuition
UNR’s MSN and BSN-DNP cost less in tuition than any Walden degree, at about $17K and $25K.
Best for ADN-Only Nurses
Walden’s RN-to-MSN admits nurses with a hospital diploma or associate degree, while UNR requires a BSN or an ADN paired with a bachelor’s in another field.
Lowest Certificate Tuition
Purdue Global’s certificate runs about $25K, roughly $7K below Walden’s, for MSN- or DNP-prepared nurses adding the AGPCNP specialty.
Nevada BSN-to-MSN AGPCNP Programs
UNR’s MSN takes 44 credits over five full-time or eight part-time semesters. Students pick a thesis or non-thesis scholarship track, and the specialty sequence ends in complex illness management. Walden’s 58-quarter-credit MSN is the online alternative, with no application fee or essay. Both list AGPCNP certification eligibility for MSN graduates.
| School | Estimated Tuition (resident) | Duration | Clinical Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNR (in-state) | $17K | 2–3 years | 780 hrs |
| Walden (online) | $41K–$47K | 2 years | 640 hrs |
- Lower tuition: UNR — $17K, under half of Walden’s scholarship price
- More clinical hours: UNR — 780, versus 640 at Walden
- Part-time plan: UNR — eight semesters for working nurses
- Transfer credit: Walden — up to 25 credits accepted
Compare more programs: See all BSN-to-MSN AGPCNP programs
Nevada BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP Programs
UNR’s BSN-to-DNP runs about 65 credits over three full-time years. Years one and two cover the DNP core, from outcomes management to healthcare economics, and AGPCNP clinicals begin in year two. A DNP project and a leadership residency round out the degree. Walden’s 90-quarter-credit BSN-to-DNP also takes about three years.
| School | Estimated Tuition (resident) | Duration | Clinical Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNR (in-state) | $25K | 3 years | 1,000 hrs |
| Walden (online) | $86K | 3 years | 1,000 hrs |
UNR’s 1,000 practice hours include residency hours that students arrange on their own.
- Lowest doctoral tuition: UNR — $25K, about $61K below Walden
- Split placement model: UNR — school places the 780 clinical hours; students place the residency
- Schedule limit: UNR — only a full-time plan is published
- Placement fallback: Walden — its Field Placement Team steps in after several unsuccessful student attempts
Compare more programs: See all BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP programs
AGPCNP Pathways Nevada Doesn’t Offer
Three routes have no in-state provider. Nurses whose only degree is an ADN cannot enter UNR, which has no RN-to-MSN bridge. MSN-prepared nurses have no Nevada MSN-to-DNP or post-graduate certificate. Walden covers all three, and Purdue Global offers a certificate for MSN- or DNP-prepared RNs with a 2.5 GPA minimum.
| School | Estimated Tuition (resident) | Duration | Clinical Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walden (RN-MSN) | $53K–$59K | 2 years | 640 hrs |
| Walden (MSN-DNP) | $77K | 2.5–3 years | 1,000 hrs |
| Walden (certificate) | $32K | 1.5 years | 640 hrs |
| Purdue Global (certificate) | $25K | 1.5 years | Not clearly stated |
- ADN entry: Walden — admits diploma and ADN nurses, with up to 40 transfer credits
- Specialty plus doctorate: Walden — MSN-to-DNP adds the AGPCNP focus
- Fast Track: Walden — 500 clinical hours for students with APRN credentials
- Certificate fees: Purdue Global — a $295 resource fee each term on top of tuition
Compare more programs: RN-to-MSN, MSN-to-DNP, and post-graduate certificate AGPCNP programs
FAQ
How many AGPCNP programs are in Nevada?
One. UNR’s Orvis School of Nursing offers an AGPCNP MSN and BSN-DNP. Walden and Purdue Global appear on this page as online alternatives.
Does UNR require campus visits?
No. Both tracks are delivered fully online. Clinical hours take place in person at assigned sites.
Can I complete clinicals near home?
UNR assigns the sites for its 780 clinical hours but does not publish where they are located, so confirm placement geography with the school. Walden and Purdue Global students lead their own site search.
What does UNR cost with fees?
Mandatory fees raise the estimate to about $20K for the MSN and $29K for the BSN-DNP. University health insurance, at $1,840 per semester, pushes totals to about $29K and $43K. Students with their own coverage avoid that charge.
When does UNR admit students?
Once a year. The application deadline is March 1 for a fall start, and applicants need a 3.0 GPA, a graduate statistics course, and RN eligibility in Nevada.
Can Nevada nurses earn an AGPCNP certificate online?
Yes, through a national school. Nevada is not on Purdue Global’s AGPCNP exclusion list. Walden lists a certificate as well; confirm it currently enrolls Nevada residents before applying.