Academic Information
The purposes of the graduate master’s programs in nursing are: to prepare graduates for specialization as adult-gerontology nurse practitioners and administrators; to develop leaders in the profession who are able to advance standards and create change for quality health care; and to provide a foundation for doctoral study.
Saint Peter’s University offers one option for nursing specialization at the master’s level:
- Primary Care: Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.
A Post-Master’s program is also offered to prepare nurses as adult-gerontology nurse practitioners.
The master’s program builds upon the knowledge acquired in nursing at the baccalaureate level and is based on three essential components for a graduate master’s program in nursing: theoretical foundation to inform practice, utilization of research, and specialty practice. Reflective of the mission of Saint Peter’s University to equip persons for leadership and service through a value-based education, the master’s program prepares nurses for specialization in roles that are increasingly essential for today’s society. Students acquire a breadth and depth of knowledge, skills and values and are prepared to continually further their education.
| At A Glance | |
| Degree Awarded: | Master of Science in Nursing‐ Nurse Practitioner (MSN‐NP) |
| Concentrations: | Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner |
| Course Locations: | Online |
| Program Duration: | MSN‐NP 39 CR |
| Calendar: | APRN is 16 weeks semesters X2 can be taken part time or full time, must complete in 5.5 years |
| Course Format: | Online; Semester (15 weeks) and in Summer (10 weeks) |
Program Availability
The nursing programs are offered online. Courses are offered as follows:
- MSN Primary Care (Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner). 15 week semester schedule.
Degree Requirements
Students must complete the required number of credits and maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0.
Advisement
Saint Peter’s University assigns an academic advisor from within the School of Nursing for every candidate. Nursing students should call 201-761-6272 for assistance with academic advising.
Time Limitation
Students are expected to enroll continuously until their programs are completed. Full-time students should complete the MSN Program in 2 2/3 years. All are expected to complete the program in 5 1/2 years.
The baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs in nursing at Saint Peter’s University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC, 20001, (www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE) and the New Jersey Board of Nursing, NJ Division of Consumer Affairs, 124 Halsey Street, 6th Floor, Newark NJ, 07102.