The University of Arizona offers 3 Family Nurse Practitioner tracks:
- BSN-DNP Family Nurse Practitioner
- Post-Master’s DNP Family Nurse Practitioner
- Family Nurse Practitioner Graduate Certificate
All tracks use a hybrid delivery format with online coursework, required on-campus intensives, and supervised clinical placements. The program may appeal to nurses seeking outpatient-focused primary care preparation with flexible pacing options and structured clinical support.
| Program Name | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BSN-DNP FNP | $74K | 2.5 to 3.5 years |
| Post-Master’s DNP FNP | Not clearly stated | Not clearly stated |
| FNP Certificate | $36K | 1 year 4 months |
The University of Arizona FNP program is strongest for nurses who want a flexible hybrid doctoral pathway with structured clinical placements, strong outpatient preparation, and both full-time and part-time options.
Program Tracks Overview
BSN-DNP FNP
The estimated cost for the BSN-DNP Family Nurse Practitioner at the University of Arizona is not clearly stated, and the program would take about 2.5 years full time or 3.5 years part time to complete.
DNP Curriculum
The DNP-FNP curriculum includes 68 total credit hours and 720 clinical hours. Coursework focuses on primary care management across the lifespan, advanced assessment, pharmacology, evidence-based practice, and leadership preparation.
- NURS 620A Introduction to Primary Care
- NURS 620B Advanced Primary Care
- NURS 620C FNP Clinical Residency
- NURS 501 Advanced Physiology & Pathophysiology
- NURS 572 Advanced Pharmacotherapeutics
- NURS 680 Women’s Health in Advanced Practice Nursing
- NURS 683 Advanced Practice Nursing Issues in the Care of Older Adults
The curriculum also includes RISE experiences, Clinical Immersions, and a DNP scholarly project.
More curriculum details are available here.
DNP Clinicals
The DNP-FNP pathway requires 720 supervised outpatient clinical hours across three major clinical courses. Students complete clinical placements with approved preceptors and may need to travel if local placements are unavailable.
- 720 total clinical hours
- 180 hours in Spring clinical rotation
- 180 hours in Summer clinical rotation
- 360 hours in Fall residency
- Minimum 90 pediatric clinical hours
- Minimum 90 rural health clinical hours
- Clinical Immersion experiences required on campus
- Clinical placements arranged with approved preceptors
Students complete clinical experiences primarily in outpatient primary care settings such as family practice, community health centers, urgent care clinics, pediatric practices, and women’s health offices.
FNP Specialty Courses include:
- NURS 600: Advanced Pathophysiology
- NURS 601: Advanced Pharmacology
- NURS 603: Advanced Physical & Health Assessment
- NURS 606: Healthcare Leadership and Finance
- NURS 626: Advanced Practice Care for Women’s Health
- NURS 621: Pediatric Pharmacology
- NURS 622: Pediatric Care for the FNP
- NURS 635: FNP Specialty I
- NURS 635A: FNP Specialty I – Clinical Practicum
- NURS 636: FNP Specialty II
- NURS 636A: FNP Specialty II Clinical Practicum
- NURS 627: Advanced Practice Care for Older Adults
- NURS 637: FNP Specialty III
- NURS 637A: FNP Specialty III: Clinical Practicum
DNP Admissions
Admission to the DNP-FNP specialty is competitive and requires both NursingCAS and Graduate College applications.
- BSN, Post-BSN, MEPN, or MSN degree required
- Minimum 3.0 GPA in the most recent nursing degree
- Current unencumbered RN license
- Two professional references
- CV required using the DNP Applicant CV Template
- Official transcripts required
- Minimum 1 year of RN experience (1,800 hours) for full-time admission
- Part-time option available for students still completing RN experience hours
- Mandatory in-person Clinical Immersion attendance
Post-Master’s DNP FNP
The estimated cost for the Post-Master’s DNP Family Nurse Practitioner at the University of Arizona is not clearly stated, and the program length is not clearly stated.
DNP Curriculum
The post-master’s DNP pathway allows MSN-prepared nurses to complete doctoral-level coursework focused on advanced practice leadership, evidence-based care, and healthcare transformation. Students complete coursework and a scholarly DNP project within the FNP specialty.
- Advanced practice leadership coursework
- Evidence-based practice and quality improvement
- Healthcare policy and systems content
- DNP project coursework
- Clinical immersion activities
More curriculum details are available here.
DNP Clinicals
Post-master’s students complete supervised clinical and project experiences aligned with the FNP scope of practice. Clinical placements are coordinated with approved preceptors and faculty.
- Outpatient clinical focus
- Clinical immersion experiences required
- Faculty-supported placements
- DNP scholarly project required
DNP Admissions
The post-master’s DNP pathway is intended for MSN-prepared nurses and APRNs.
- MSN degree required
- Current RN license required
- Current APRN license required for post-master’s specialty applicants
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Two professional references
- CV and official transcripts required
Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate
The estimated cost for the Family Nurse Practitioner Graduate Certificate at the University of Arizona is approximately $36,119 without transfer credit, and the program would take about 1 year and 4 months to complete.
Certificate Curriculum
The FNP certificate prepares APRNs to provide primary care across the lifespan through hybrid coursework, clinical immersion experiences, and supervised outpatient practice.
- NURS 609A Advanced Health and Physical Assessment
- NURS 609C Pediatric Health Assessment
- NURS 501 Advanced Physiology & Pathophysiology
- NURS 542 Pediatric Pharmacotherapeutics
- NURS 620A Introduction to Primary Care
- NURS 620B Advanced Primary Care
- NURS 620C Clinical Residency
- NURS 680 Women’s Health in Advanced Practice Nursing
The certificate requires 34 units and 720 clinical hours. Students who already completed the “three P’s” may transfer up to 9 units.
More curriculum details are available here.
Certificate Clinicals
The certificate pathway includes 720 hours of supervised outpatient clinical training completed across three semesters.
- 180 hours in NURS 620A
- 180 hours in NURS 620B
- 360 hours in NURS 620C Clinical Residency
- Minimum 90 pediatric clinical hours
- Primary care outpatient focus
- Required Clinical Immersion attendance
Students may complete clinicals in family practice offices, community health centers, urgent care clinics, pediatric practices, women’s health settings, and rural health sites.
Certificate Admissions
The FNP certificate pathway is designed for licensed APRNs seeking family nurse practitioner preparation.
- Advanced practice nursing degree required
- Current APRN licensure required
- Current RN license required
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Professional references required
- CV and official transcripts required
- Hybrid attendance requirements apply
Tuition
The University of Arizona publishes specialty-specific tuition estimates for its DNP pathways. Based on the current published tuition schedule, the DNP Family Nurse Practitioner pathway costs approximately $73,262 full time or $73,288 part time for the complete 69-unit program.
The Family Nurse Practitioner Graduate Certificate costs approximately $36,119 without transfer credit or about $26,613 with 9 approved transfer units.
Students should also expect additional expenses tied to travel, clinical immersion attendance in Tucson, onboarding requirements, immunization tracking, background checks, clinical placement processing, and professional certification preparation.
| Program | Units | Estimated Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| DNP Family Nurse Practitioner (Full-Time) | 69 | $73,261.60 |
| DNP Family Nurse Practitioner (Part-Time) | 69 | $73,288.10 |
| FNP Graduate Certificate (No Transfer Credit) | 34 | $36,118.90 |
| FNP Graduate Certificate (9 Transfer Units) | 25 | $26,612.70 |
See the official tuition page for more details: University of Arizona Nursing Tuition & Financial Aid.
Accreditation
The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at the University of Arizona College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The program also references oversight by the Arizona Board of Nursing for licensure and regulatory matters.
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