Online BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP Programs

BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP programs take BSN-prepared nurses straight to the doctorate in a single program. Here is how the 66 programs on this page compare:

• Schools: 66 programs in 29 states and Washington, DC
• Formats: 5 Online, 29 Mostly Online, 26 Hybrid, 6 Campus
• Cost per credit: about $308 at UNC Greensboro to more than $2,000 at Duke, Johns Hopkins, NYU, and Vanderbilt
• Clinical hours: 1,000 post-baccalaureate hours, including DNP project hours
• Time: about 3 years full-time; Bradley estimates 3.3 years for its DNP vs. 2.3 years for its MSN

Public university rates can differ for out-of-state students, so check each school profile for the rate that applies to you.

Compare BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP Programs

Below is a comparison of BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP programs by cost per credit and delivery format. Some schools bill in quarter credits, so per-credit figures do not always compare one-to-one; each school profile shows the full rate breakdown and estimated total tuition.

Fully Online BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP Programs

Fully online doctoral programs are scarce. These five require no campus visits for coursework, though clinical hours and the DNP project are still completed in person.

• Bradley University — Peoria, IL
• DePaul University — Chicago, IL
• Georgia Southern University — Statesboro, GA
• Regis College — Weston, MA
• Walden University — Minneapolis, MN

Mostly Online programs are the next-closest option. They usually limit campus time to a few intensives or residencies across the whole program.

Lowest Cost Per Credit by Format

Doctoral programs carry 70 or more credits at many schools, so a small difference in the per-credit rate adds up. Travel for campus sessions adds costs these rates do not show.

• Online: Georgia Southern University — $411 per credit
• Mostly Online: University of North Carolina Wilmington — $435 per credit
• Hybrid: UNC Greensboro — $308 per credit, the lowest rate on this page
• Campus: San Diego State University — about $1,036 per unit, billed per semester

BSN-to-DNP or BSN-to-MSN?

Both pathways lead to the same AGPCNP certification eligibility. The extra doctoral credits cover leadership, policy, evidence-based practice, and a practice-improvement project rather than additional primary care content. At Walden University, the BSN-to-DNP costs about $31,000 more than the MSN and takes about 18 months longer.

The DNP suits nurses aiming for leadership, faculty, or quality-improvement roles alongside clinical practice. Nurses focused on getting into practice sooner can start with an MSN and add the doctorate later. Compare master’s options on the BSN-to-MSN AGPCNP programs page.

FAQ

How many BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP programs are there?

This page lists 66 programs in 29 states and Washington, DC. Each links to a full profile with tuition, clinical hours, and admissions details.

Are there fully online BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP programs?

Yes, but only five: Bradley, DePaul, Georgia Southern, Regis, and Walden. At Walden, the doctoral intensive is optional rather than required.

How do Mostly Online and Hybrid programs differ?

Mostly Online programs require a set number of campus events, such as intensives or residencies. Hybrid programs hold on-campus sessions on a recurring schedule throughout the program.

Which BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP program has the lowest cost per credit?

UNC Greensboro has the lowest rate on this page at about $308 per credit. Among fully online programs, Georgia Southern is lowest at $411 per credit.

How many clinical hours does a BSN-to-DNP require?

DNP programs require 1,000 post-baccalaureate clinical hours, including hours tied to the DNP project. Bradley splits its total between 600 specialty hours and DNP project practicum hours.

How long does a BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP program take?

Full-time plans commonly run about three years. Bradley estimates about 3.3 years and Walden 3.25 years, and part-time plans take longer.

Compare other AGPCNP pathways: RN to MSN, BSN to MSN, MSN to DNP, and Post-Master’s Certificate.