CAGS - Family Nurse Practitioner
The post-master’s Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) family nurse practitioner track is designed for licensed registered nurses who already hold a graduate degree in nursing. This flexible program prepares students to expand their scope of practice and pursue national FNP certification.
Messiah University’s CAGS family nurse practitioner track is ideal for graduate-prepared nurses seeking to expand their clinical expertise and serve patients across the lifespan. Through evidence-based coursework and hands-on clinical experience, students gain the skills to assess, diagnose, and manage both acute and chronic health conditions. The program offers a flexible format for working professionals and prepares graduates to sit for national FNP certification exams.
- 33 credits
- Full- and part-time options
- No-fee tuition
- No application fee
- Up to 9 transfer credits from previous graduate-level courses
- GRE not required
- Completion in as little as 4 semesters
- Online coursework with 2 on-campus intensives
- Family nurse practitioner
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, the master's degree program in nursing, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Messiah University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Messiah University is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education. It is the highest accrediting authority recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for degree-granting colleges and universities located in Pennsylvania, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and several other locations internationally.
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The curriculum and coursework for Messiah University’s certificate of advanced graduate studies in family nurse practitioner is designed to be immediately relevant to your area of study and career.
CAGS - Family nurse practitioner tuition cost
No-fee tuition
Know what you are paying for with Messiah’s no-fee tuition. With our graduate programs, the cost per credit is what you pay – there are no hidden fees for labs, courses, services or technology. We put the true cost of your program upfront so that you can accurately compare and plan for your graduate education. There are additional costs to the program not billed through Messiah University (background checks, clearances, course materials, clinical expenses, etc.)
Deferred billing
Deferred billing is available for students with employer reimbursement. For more information contact Student Financial Services at gradfinancialserv@messiah.edu.
2025-2026
No-fee tuition per graduate credit hour: $800
Next steps for admissions
Applying for admission to a graduate program at Messiah University is the first step to making your personal and professional goals a reality.
What makes our graduate nursing program unique?
- The academic distinction of a nationally ranked, accredited Christian university
- Graduate nursing faculty are experienced Christian educators, nursing professionals and accomplished scholars who mentor you in your education, faith and career
- Clinical hours are intentionally planned and meaningfully assigned to fit your goals
- Online coursework
- Messiah University nursing graduates are well respected and in demand
- Deferred payment options with no out-of-pocket-tuition fees
- Flexible start dates and plans of study