Overview

The Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (AGCNS) program from University of Virginia is an advanced practice nurse prepared to manage adult patients in acute, critical and specialty care units. UVA's program emphasizes the advanced theoretical knowledge, practice and skills needed to manage adult gerontology patients through all phases of their hospitalization and follow-up.

AGCNS students also develop exceptional diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills, strategies to communicate and collaborate with clinicians and health care team members, and the ability to manage and monitor clinical outcomes. A keen focus on evidenced-based practice, quality improvement through system based leadership, teaching and clinical research are also hallmarks.

Our Approach

Intimate classes are small, dynamic and filled with like-minded learners

Mentorship access to world-class nursing faculty, exceptional mentors, cutting-edge research and top-of-the-line clinical facilities

Hands-on experience

Specialize a chance to specialize as part of the extended clinical practicum

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Pathophysiology

Theoretical Foundations of Nursing

Advanced Health Assessment

Advanced Pharmacology
Electives

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

43 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Nursing Gerontology View 149 other Masters in Gerontology in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

The School of Nursing welcomes applications from international students for its graduate degree programs. International applicants must submit the regular admissions application plus additional requirements.

Applicants must have a RN license from a US state at the time you submit your admissions application.

Three recommendations are required from individuals who can speak directly about your ability to pursue study at the doctoral level.

Tuition Fee

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International

34788 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34788 USD per year during 24 months.
National

34788 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34788 USD per year during 24 months.
In-State

21302 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21302 USD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Charlottesville

990 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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