Program Overview
The Nursing Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner at William Paterson University of New Jersey is a MSN programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Nursing Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 1,085 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 696 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Passaic, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nursing Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theoretical Foundations for Nursing
- Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse
- Advanced Pathophysiology
- Population Health, Legislation and Social Policy
- Advanced Health Assessment of the Adult Client
- Advanced Pharmacology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
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- Your college or university must be\nrecognized by the appropriate governmental ministry as a degree-granting\ninstitution. \n
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- All transcripts and degree\ncertificates/diplomas must be written in the original language of\ninstruction. All original-language documents must be accompanied by a\nseparate, word-for-word English translation. Dual-language transcripts are\nnot acceptable. \n
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- Official transcripts must show all courses\nand subjects taken and all grades (marks) received. \n
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- Diploma Supplements must accompany\ntranscripts from institutions from countries that are part of the Bologna\nAccord. \n
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,085 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 696 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,085 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 696 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact William Paterson University of New Jersey directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About William Paterson University of New Jersey
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, United States
William Paterson University of New Jersey is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-06
- Language English
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