Seattle,
WA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse-Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner in Seattle United States | Seattle University
Seattle University
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Seattle United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
39,208
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Seattle University's Advanced Practice Nursing Immersion (APNI) pathway enables college graduates without healthcare experience to join the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program and train as advanced practice nurses. This unique DNP track attracts career-changers from various backgrounds who have chosen nursing as their new profession. Our APNI to DNP program delivers an immersive, hands-on curriculum that thoroughly equips you to provide care across diverse health scenarios. Seattle University establishes the groundwork for a meaningful career where you'll shape the future of healthcare leadership. This full-time program spans four years. The initial five quarters focus on pre-licensure coursework to prepare you for the Registered Nurse (RN) examination, followed by three years of doctoral studies to become an advanced practice nurse. Completing all four years earns you the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.
After finishing pre-licensure requirements and passing RN exams, you'll progress to doctoral coursework in your chosen specialization.
Seattle University's Adult Gerontology (AGNP) DNP program advances your career while addressing critical healthcare needs in this expanding field. Our AGNP graduates achieve 100% placement in advanced roles nationwide - ideal for motivated professionals seeking to revolutionize adult healthcare. The DNP curriculum develops deep understanding of healthcare systems through guided scholarly projects. Whether you're a new graduate passionate about serving aging populations or seeking career advancement, the AGNP program teaches comprehensive primary care for adults across various settings.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Complete graduate application form.
Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 in course work from all post-secondary educational institutions attended in the last 90 quarter/60 semestercredits of the bachelor's degree, including any transfer credits earned during this time, and any post-baccalaureate course work. Individuals who have less than a 3.0 GPAmay be considered, given evidence of other accomplishments.
Complete graduate application form.
Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 in course work from all post-secondary educational institutions attended in the last 90 quarter/60 semestercredits of the bachelor's degree, including any transfer credits earned during this time, and any post-baccalaureate course work. Individuals who have less than a 3.0 GPAmay be considered, given evidence of other accomplishments.
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING IMMERSION (APNI) APPLICANTS
Evidence of minimum of earned four-yearbaccalaureatedegree from regionally accredited institution or U.S. equivalent. Submit official, degree-posted transcript from last 90 quarter/60 semester graded credits of your bachelor's degree, including any transfer institution credit earned during this time period. Unofficial transcripts for all post-baccalaureate coursework or satisfying prerequisite coursework also required. If admitted, students have until the end of their first quarter of enrollment to provide official copies.
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS WITH AN RN AND BACHELOR'S DEGREE
Copy of current RN licensure without practice restrictions or ability to obtain an RN license in WA state if from another state.
Evidence of minimum of earned four-yearbaccalaureatedegree from regionally accredited institution or U.S. equivalent. Submit official, degree-posted transcript from last 90 quarter/60 semester graded credits of your bachelor's degree, including any transfer institution credit earned during this time period.
5 quarter credit undergraduate Statistics course or its equivalent completed within 10 years with a grade of C (2.0) or better
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR POST-MASTER'S APPLICANTS WITH AN RN OR NP
Official transcripts from all accredited institutions where graduate-level courses were taken must reflect a GPA of at least 3.0 from a regionally accredited college or university. The earned master's degreemay be in nursing or other health related field. If the masters is in nursing it must be from a CCNE or NLNAC accredited nursing program.
Current unencumbered RN license. If applicant is a nurse practitioner, he/she must also have current, unencumbered ARNP license
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL (Internet) - 86, Pearson Test of English - 63
Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 in course work from all post-secondary educational institutions attended in the last 90 quarter/60 semestercredits of the bachelor's degree, including any transfer credits earned during this time, and any post-baccalaureate course work. Individuals who have less than a 3.0 GPAmay be considered, given evidence of other accomplishments.
Complete graduate application form.
Minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 in course work from all post-secondary educational institutions attended in the last 90 quarter/60 semestercredits of the bachelor's degree, including any transfer credits earned during this time, and any post-baccalaureate course work. Individuals who have less than a 3.0 GPAmay be considered, given evidence of other accomplishments.
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSING IMMERSION (APNI) APPLICANTS
Evidence of minimum of earned four-yearbaccalaureatedegree from regionally accredited institution or U.S. equivalent. Submit official, degree-posted transcript from last 90 quarter/60 semester graded credits of your bachelor's degree, including any transfer institution credit earned during this time period. Unofficial transcripts for all post-baccalaureate coursework or satisfying prerequisite coursework also required. If admitted, students have until the end of their first quarter of enrollment to provide official copies.
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS WITH AN RN AND BACHELOR'S DEGREE
Copy of current RN licensure without practice restrictions or ability to obtain an RN license in WA state if from another state.
Evidence of minimum of earned four-yearbaccalaureatedegree from regionally accredited institution or U.S. equivalent. Submit official, degree-posted transcript from last 90 quarter/60 semester graded credits of your bachelor's degree, including any transfer institution credit earned during this time period.
5 quarter credit undergraduate Statistics course or its equivalent completed within 10 years with a grade of C (2.0) or better
ADDITIONAL CRITERIA FOR POST-MASTER'S APPLICANTS WITH AN RN OR NP
Official transcripts from all accredited institutions where graduate-level courses were taken must reflect a GPA of at least 3.0 from a regionally accredited college or university. The earned master's degreemay be in nursing or other health related field. If the masters is in nursing it must be from a CCNE or NLNAC accredited nursing program.
Current unencumbered RN license. If applicant is a nurse practitioner, he/she must also have current, unencumbered ARNP license
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL (Internet) - 86, Pearson Test of English - 63
Tuition
USD
39,208