- 3 schools: 1 Mostly Online, 2 Hybrid
Three Minnesota schools offer six AGPCNP tracks across MSN, BSN-DNP, and post-graduate certificate pathways. One program is mostly online, with a single campus weekend; the other two are hybrid, with recurring campus attendance in the Twin Cities.
Estimated resident tuition runs from about $19,000 for a certificate to $92,000 for a part-time DNP. Programs take from under two years to four years.
Highlights include:
- St. Catherine University reports a 98% first-time certification pass rate for 2022–2024
- University of Minnesota arranges placements through more than 200 health site partners
- Rasmussen University uses competency-based courses with no weekly deadlines inside each quarter
- Rasmussen University is the only Minnesota school offering an AGPCNP MSN
Compare Minnesota AGPCNP Programs
| School | Online Format | Campus Commitment | Cost Per Credit | Degrees | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rasmussen University | Mostly Online | One weekend | $295–$925 | MSN, certificate | Minimal campus travel |
| St. Catherine University | Hybrid | One day per week | $1,200 | BSN-DNP, certificate | Part-time DNP |
| University of Minnesota | Hybrid | Several visits per semester | $1,207 | BSN-DNP, certificate | Full-time DNP value |
CPC is derived from current tuition rates, which all three schools charge equally to Minnesota residents and nonresidents with no mandatory per-credit fees listed; Rasmussen’s rates are per quarter credit and vary by course type, and full rate breakdowns are on each school profile.
What’s the Best AGPCNP Program for You?
Best Full-Time DNP Value
The University of Minnesota’s three-year BSN-DNP costs an estimated $78K, the lowest doctoral price in Minnesota, because flat-rate billing covers its heavier semesters.
Best Part-Time DNP Value
St. Catherine University’s $82K estimate holds on its four-year plan, while UMN’s part-time route rises to $92K.
Best for Minimal Campus Travel
Rasmussen University requires one on-campus weekend before practicum, compared with weekly or per-semester visits at the other two schools.
Best Certificate Value
Rasmussen’s certificate runs as low as $19K in tuition when prior core coursework transfers, the lowest certificate estimate in Minnesota.
Most Direct Patient Care Hours
The University of Minnesota requires 840 direct care hours in both tracks, ending with two 240-hour practica focused on older adults.
Best Published Certification Results
St. Catherine University is the only Minnesota school in this group that publishes a pass rate: 98% first-time for 2022–2024.
Minnesota DNP AGPCNP Programs
Two Minnesota schools offer the BSN-to-DNP route, and both arrange clinical placements. St. Catherine University requires 68 credits; the University of Minnesota requires 80. Pricing behaves differently by pace. UMN’s banded billing rewards full-time study, while St. Kate’s flat per-credit rate keeps its total the same on either plan. Neither program expects prior APRN education, and both are hybrid.
| School | Estimated Tuition (resident) | Duration | Clinical Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Catherine University (BSN-DNP) | $82K | 3–4 years | 810+ hrs |
| University of Minnesota (BSN-DNP) | $78K–$92K | 3–4 years | 1,340 hrs |
UMN’s total includes 500 DNP project and course hours on top of 840 direct care hours; St. Kate’s 810 hours exclude its unpublished DNP practicum hours.
- Lowest doctoral cost: University of Minnesota — $78K resident on the three-year plan, estimated from 2026–27 rates
- Steadiest part-time pricing: St. Catherine University — $82K resident on either plan
- Accreditation split: St. Catherine University — ACEN; University of Minnesota holds CCNE
- Named certification eligibility: University of Minnesota — graduates prepared for ANCC or AANPCB AGPCNP exams
Compare more BSN-to-DNP AGPCNP programs.
Minnesota MSN AGPCNP Programs
Rasmussen University is the only Minnesota school offering an AGPCNP MSN. The 69-quarter-credit program is built for BSN-prepared RNs and can be finished in about 27 months full-time. Coursework is online and self-paced within 11-week quarters. Practicum takes place in the student’s own community, and the program is CCNE-accredited. Rasmussen does not enroll residents of six states, though Minnesota is not among them.
| School | Estimated Tuition (resident) | Duration | Clinical Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rasmussen University (MSN) | $46K | 2.3 years | Not clearly stated |
- Only in-state MSN: Rasmussen University — $46K resident tuition, plus $5,495 in program fees
- Placement support: Rasmussen University — a coordinator helps locate sites, but placement is not guaranteed
- Federal aid: Rasmussen University — Title IV eligible since February 2026
Compare more BSN-to-MSN AGPCNP programs.
Minnesota Post-Graduate Certificate AGPCNP Programs
All three schools offer a post-graduate certificate, but entry rules differ. St. Catherine University accepts nurse practitioners with an MSN or DNP and current APRN certification. The University of Minnesota requires a clinical DNP, or an MSN paired with concurrent enrollment in its Post-Master’s DNP. Rasmussen requires a graduate nursing degree. Each school can shorten the plan based on prior coursework.
| School | Estimated Tuition (resident) | Duration | Clinical Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rasmussen University (certificate) | $19K–$25K | 1.8 years | Not clearly stated |
| St. Catherine University (certificate) | $25K | 2 years | 810 hrs |
| University of Minnesota (certificate) | $40K–$41K | 2 years | 840 hrs |
- Lowest certificate cost: Rasmussen University — $19K resident tuition when core coursework transfers
- Fastest completion: Rasmussen University — about 21 months full-time
- Doctorate required: University of Minnesota — clinical DNP, or MSN plus concurrent Post-Master’s DNP
- Enrollment limits: St. Catherine University — 22 states excluded and seats space-available
Compare more post-graduate certificate AGPCNP programs.
National Online AGPCNP Options
Minnesota still has no fully online AGPCNP program. Rasmussen comes closest, but it requires a campus weekend and does not publish clinical hours or guarantee placements. Both in-state DNP programs require regular trips to the Twin Cities.
Nurses who want a doctorate without recurring campus travel may compare national online schools. Walden University is headquartered in Minneapolis but enrolls students nationally, so it is treated here as a national option. Purdue Global is another online alternative.
Confirm each school’s Minnesota authorization, campus requirements, and placement policy before applying.
FAQ
How many AGPCNP programs are in Minnesota?
Three Minnesota schools offer AGPCNP programs: Rasmussen University in Bloomington, St. Catherine University in St. Paul, and the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis.
Are there fully online AGPCNP programs in Minnesota?
No. Rasmussen is mostly online, with one required campus weekend before practicum. St. Kate’s and UMN are hybrid.
Which Minnesota AGPCNP program has the lowest tuition?
Rasmussen’s certificate is lowest, at about $19K when core coursework transfers. Rasmussen’s MSN is about $46K, and UMN’s three-year BSN-DNP is about $78K.
Which Minnesota schools offer an AGPCNP DNP?
St. Catherine University and the University of Minnesota. Both offer a BSN-entry DNP; Rasmussen offers no doctoral track.
How often do Minnesota AGPCNP students visit campus?
Rasmussen requires one weekend. St. Kate’s holds core NP courses on campus one day every week. UMN requires a multi-day session each semester, plus two more one- to two-day visits per semester from year two.
Do I have to find my own clinical placements?
Not at St. Kate’s or UMN, which both arrange placements. At Rasmussen, practicum is in your own community, and a coordinator helps locate sites without guaranteeing one.
Do out-of-state students pay more?
No. All three schools charge the same rate regardless of residency. Enrollment limits still apply: St. Kate’s certificate excludes 22 states, and Rasmussen excludes six.