Regis College offers 2 Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner tracks:
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) – AGPCNP
- Post-Master’s Certificate – AGPCNP
The online MSN-AGPCNP program provides 100% online flexible learning with three entry points (ADN to MSN, Non-Nursing Bachelor’s to MSN, BSN to MSN), allowing completion in as few as 26-38 months.
Program Tracks Overview
| Program Name | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MSN AGPCNP | $39,975–$64,575 | 2–3 years (full-time) |
| Certificate AGPCNP | $21,525–$43,050 | 1.2–1.8 years |
Regis is designated as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing and maintains 93% NP exam pass rates exceeding the national average, with graduates qualifying to sit for AANP and ANCC certification exams upon completion.
MSN – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
The estimated cost for the MSN-AGPCNP program is approximately $39,975-$64,575 and would take 2-3 years to complete on a full-time basis.
MSN-AGPCNP Curriculum
The 39-63 credit MSN-AGPCNP curriculum varies by entry point and includes 13 core MSN courses plus 5 AGPCNP-specific courses delivered over 26-38 months through virtual extension of Regis’s highly regarded on-campus program.
Core MSN Curriculum (13 courses):
- NU 304: Health Assessment
- NU 403: Evidence for Nursing Practice
- NU 404: Concepts and Challenges in Professional Practice
- NU 510: Community-Based Nursing
- NU 601: Nursing Theory
- NU 605: Concepts in Nurse Leadership
- NU 606: Advanced Pathophysiology
- NU 629: Health Promotion – Disease Prevention
- NU 631: The Scientific Inquiry for Evidence-Based Practice
- HP 609: Health Policy, Politics and Perspectives
- NU 641: Advanced Clinical Pharmacology
- NU 650: Advanced Health Assessment
- NU 668: Roles and Issues in APN
AGPCNP Specialty Courses (5 courses):
- HP 626: Political, Financial and Social Issues in Gerontology
- NU 664E: Clinical Concentration Course – Adult Gerontology Primary Care I
- NU 664E-X: Clinical Concentration Seminar – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care I (300 Clinical Hours)
- NU 665E: Clinical Concentration Course – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care II
- NU 665E-X: Clinical Concentration Seminar – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care II (300 Clinical Hours)
- NU 675E-X: Final NP Clinical Immersion Course (200 Clinical Hours)
MSN-AGPCNP Clinicals
The MSN-AGPCNP program requires 800 total clinical hours completed across three clinical courses:
- 300 hours in Primary Care I
- 300 hours in Primary Care II
- 200 hours in Final NP Clinical Immersion
Students have option to space clinical hours over 2-4 semesters with program director approval.
Clinical coordinators provide additional assistance in securing placements, though students have role in finding own placements.
Students encouraged to complete practicum hours outside current workplace, though with faculty approval may complete hours at work.
MSN-AGPCNP Admissions
Associate Degree in Nursing to MSN Entry:
- ADN from regionally accredited institution and accredited nursing program
- 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA preferred
- Active unencumbered RN license
- Complete 15 bridge credit hours with grade B or better
- College-level statistics course completed prior to start
- General education courses may be required depending on prior undergraduate coursework
Non-Nursing Bachelor’s to MSN Entry:
- Bachelor’s degree from regionally accredited institution
- 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA preferred
- Active unencumbered RN license
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Complete 15 bridge credit hours with grade B or better
- College-level statistics course completed prior to start
- General education courses not required due to prior bachelor’s degree
Bachelor of Science in Nursing to MSN Entry:
- BSN from regionally accredited institution and accredited nursing program
- 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA preferred
- Active unencumbered RN license
- College-level statistics course completed prior to start
Application Requirements:
- Application form with $75 application fee
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
- Proof of active unencumbered RN license
- Current resume
- Statement of purpose
- Two letters of recommendation
Post-Master’s Certificate – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
The estimated cost for the Post-Master’s Certificate program is approximately $21,525-$43,050 and would take 1.2-1.8 years to complete.
Certificate Curriculum
The 21-42 credit Post-Master’s Certificate offers two entry tracks:
- Entry One for MSN-prepared RNs seeking NP status (30-42 credits over 18-22 months)
- Entry Two for MSN-prepared NPs expanding practice with additional specialty (21-42 credits over 14-22 months)
Students eligible to transfer maximum credit hours from prior MSN.
Core Courses (6 courses):
- NU 606: Advanced Pathophysiology
- NU 641: Advanced Clinical Pharmacology
- NU 605: Concepts in Nurse Leadership
- NU 650: Advanced Health Assessment
- NU 629: Health Promotion – Disease Prevention
- NU 668: Roles and Issues in APN
AGPCNP Specialty Courses:
- HP 626: Political, Financial and Social Issues in Gerontology
- NU 664E: Clinical Concentration Course – Adult Gerontology Primary Care I
- NU 664E-X: Clinical Concentration Seminar – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care I (300 Clinical Hours)
- NU 665E: Clinical Concentration Course – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care II
- NU 665E-X: Clinical Concentration Seminar – Adult-Gerontology Primary Care II (300 Clinical Hours)
- NU 675E-X: Final NP Clinical Immersion Course (200 Clinical Hours)
Certificate Clinicals
Post-Master’s Certificate requires 800 clinical hours completed through three clinical concentration courses with practicum seminars. Clinical coordinators provide placement assistance while students maintain role in finding own placements.
Students complete clinical rotations in varied settings including long-term care facilities, hospices, primary care practices, specialty clinics (rheumatology, cardiology, pulmonary), house call practices, and palliative care facilities.
No campus visit required as program can be completed 100% online.
Students encouraged to complete practicum outside current workplace with faculty approval option for completing hours at work.
Certificate Admissions
Entry One (MSN-prepared RN seeking NP status):
- MSN degree from regionally accredited institution and accredited program
- 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA preferred
- Active unencumbered RN license
- Students eligible to transfer maximum credit hours from prior MSN
Entry Two (MSN-prepared NP expanding practice):
- MSN degree from regionally accredited institution and accredited program
- 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA preferred
- Active unencumbered RN license
- Proof of NP certification
- Students eligible to transfer maximum credit hours from prior MSN
Application Requirements:
- Application form with $75 application fee
- Proof of active unencumbered RN license
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
- Current resume
- Statement of purpose
- Two letters of recommendation
Additional Requirements for Master’s-Prepared NPs:
- Copy of NP Board Certificate
- Copy of DEA, if applicable
- APRN state licensure
- Prescriptive authority
- Clinical logs
Tuition
Graduate MSN tuition is $1,025 per credit hour with $165 nursing clinical fee for Castle Branch.
Total program costs range from $39,975-$64,575 for MSN depending on entry point (39-63 credits) and $21,525-$43,050 for Post-Master’s Certificate depending on entry track (21-42 credits).
Students may transfer up to 9 graduate credits from regionally accredited institution and accredited program (three credits each, final grade B- or better, conditions may apply).
Regis offers one-time 1-credit Rise at Regis Scholarship valued at $1,025 for eligible spring starters.
Multiple tuition discounts available including 10%-25% for partner employer employees, 15% for federal government employees and active/reserve military/veterans, and 10% for Regis alumni with previous degree.
Regis discounts cannot be combined with other discounts or scholarships (some exceptions may apply).
Financial aid and graduate assistantships available to help offset costs.
More tuition information available here.
Accreditation
Regis College is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education and School of Nursing programs are accredited by Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).
Regis was first in New England designated as Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by National League for Nursing (2008-2020).
Nurse Practitioner Online ranked Regis College’s Post-Master’s NP Certificate as No. 1 Post-Master’s NP Certificate program nationwide for 2025. Master’s Programs Guide ranked Regis #16 in 50 Best Online Master of Science in Nursing Programs.
U.S. News & World Report ranks Regis College #89 among Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs and #25 among Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs for Veterans.
Graduates qualify to sit for certification exams from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).