Online MSN-AGACNP Program

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Prepare for Advanced Acute Care Leadership

The online MSN Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) program at Hawai‘i Pacific University prepares registered nurses to manage the complex, acute, and critical care needs of adult and older adult patients.

This flexible, online MSN-AGACNP program features a CCNE-accredited curriculum and local clinical placements in hospital-based settings such as ICUs, trauma units, and emergency departments. Graduates are eligible for national board certification and APRN licensure.

CALENDAR

Length: 28 months

Credits: 46 credits

Application Deadline:
Summer
April 11, 2025

Upcoming Start Date:
Summer
May 5, 2025

Program at a Glance

Online Coursework

100% online coursework with mobile-friendly delivery

Small classes with accessible faculty who care about your success and well-being

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Prepare to pass the ANCC’s AGACNP certification exam on your first attempt

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Dedicated student support from first contact through graduation

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Earn your MSN-AGACNP in as few as 28 months

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Transfer up to 12 credits

Why Choose the AGACNP Concentration at HPU?

Expert-Led Acute Care Training

Learn from active nurse practitioners and acute care faculty with real-world experience in emergency and ICU settings.

Focused Curriculum for High-Acuity Environments

  • Master advanced clinical decision-making with evidence-based courses in critical care diagnostics, pharmacology, and patient assessment.
  • Build hands-on skills in simulation labs and practicums, focusing on patient management, cutting-edge technologies, and critical care interventions.
  • Develop leadership skills and explore topics like reimbursement, advanced practice leadership, and care strategies for adult and gerontologic patients.

Clinical Placement Support

HPU helps place you in qualified acute care settings for supervised clinical training near your location.

Prepares You for National Certification

Graduates are eligible for board exams through the ANCC and licensure as a nurse practitioner.

Preferred Experience: Prior exposure to acute care or inpatient settings is recommended.

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American Association of Colleges of Nursing

Member of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)

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CCNE

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, post-graduate APRN certificate program, and Doctor of Nursing Practice at Hawai‘i Pacific University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

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National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties

Member of the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF)

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WASC

Accredited by the Senior College and University Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC/WSCUC)

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National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements

Participant in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) to offer distance education in member states

MSN-AGACNP Curriculum Overview

While foundational MSN coursework is shared across concentrations, AGACNP students complete specialized courses. These are:

  • Fundamentals of Acute Care I, II, and III
  • Advanced Clinical Decision Making
  • Practicum I, II, and III
  • Project Proposal Paper

AGACNP Career Outcomes

Practice Settings

  • ICUs and step-down units
  • Emergency departments
  • Hospitalist teams and post-surgical floors
  • Specialty acute care clinics

Job Outlook

  • Median Salary: $129,480 (BLS)
  • Projected Growth: 40% increase from 2023 through 2033 (BLS)
  • High demand driven by aging populations and increased hospital complexity

Admission Requirements

Applicants must hold:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited university
  • 3.0 GPA from undergraduate degree preferred
  • U.S. unencumbered state RN license
  • Undergraduate statistics course is required

To complete your application, you’ll need:

  • Application and application fee
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Curriculum vitae or resume
  • Statement of purpose

Tuition & Financial Aid

HPU’s online MSN program is designed to be affordable, flexible, and accessible for working nurses advancing into APRN roles.

  • $1,065 per credit
  • Program length and total cost vary by specialization
  • Eligible for federal financial aid and scholarships
  • Employer-sponsored tuition assistance welcome
  • Special tuition benefits available for active-duty military and veterans

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