1 in NJ for Best Online Graduate Nursing Programs — 100% Online with Clinical Placement Support
Seton Hall University College of Nursing offers three Pediatric Nurse Practitioner tracks:
- MSN – PNP-PC (42 credits, BSN entry, 540 clinical hours, 100% online + 3 immersions, 3–4 years)
- MSN – PNP-AC (48 credits, BSN entry, 645 clinical hours) Currently not accepting applicants
- Post-Master’s Certificate – PNP-PC (18–39 credits, MSN entry, gap analysis, 100% online + immersions)
All programs are preceptorship-based. Clinical placement support is provided through affiliated hospitals and agencies.
Program Tracks Overview
| Program | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MSN – PNP-PC | ~$66,570 | 3–4 years |
| MSN – PNP-AC | ~$76,080 | Not clearly stated |
| Post-Master’s Certificate – PNP-PC | ~$28,530 min. | Not clearly stated |
NJ RN licensure is required if clinical rotations are completed in New Jersey. Out-of-state students should confirm clinical rotation availability before applying.
Program Tracks Overview
MSN – Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
The MSN PNP-PC at Seton Hall University College of Nursing is estimated at approximately ~$66,570 in tuition (42 credits × $1,585/credit) plus mandatory fees.
The program is completed in approximately 3–4 years (5–8 semesters) and includes a minimum of 540 clinical hours across four sequential graduate practicum courses.
It is delivered 100% asynchronously online with three mandatory in-person immersions at the Interprofessional Health Sciences campus in South Orange, NJ. Graduates are eligible for the CPNP-PC exam through the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB).
The program cites 98% AANPCP exam pass rates over five years — AANPCP certifies FNP and AGPCNP, not PNP-PC. Confirm PNP-PC specific pass rate data directly with the program.
MSN PNP-PC Curriculum
The MSN PNP-PC totals 42 credits across 14 courses organized across three components:
- Foundational and theory courses (18 cr.): Theoretical basis for advanced nursing practice, forces in health care, health promotion, advanced clinical pathophysiology, clinical pharmacology, and nursing research.
- Advanced practice and clinical courses (18 cr.): Two advanced nursing practice theory courses specific to pediatric (“younger years”) populations, four sequential graduate practicum courses, and advanced health assessment and clinical decision-making.
- Role development (3 cr.): Advanced professional role enactment.
Foundational and Theory Courses (18 cr.):
- NURS 6123 – Theoretical Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice (3 cr.)
- NURS 6124 – Forces in Health Care (3 cr.)
- NURS 6223 – Health Promotion (3 cr.)
- NURS 6411 – Advanced Clinical Pathophysiology (3 cr.)
- NURS 6415 – Clinical Pharmacology (3 cr.)
- NURS 7141 – Nursing Research I (3 cr.)
Advanced Practice and Clinical Courses (21 cr.):
- NURS 7242 – Advanced Nursing Practice I: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7244 – Advanced Practice Nursing II: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7334 – Graduate Practicum I: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7344 – Graduate Practicum II: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7357 – Graduate Nursing Practicum III: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7364 – Graduate Nursing Practicum IV: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7370 – Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Decision Making (3 cr.)
Role Development (3 cr.):
- NURS 7470 – Advanced Professional Role Enactment (3 cr.)
Academic prerequisites required before the first graduate course (not credited toward the degree): statistics, nursing research, and undergraduate physical assessment.
A basic physical assessment refresher is also required prior to enrolling in Practicum I.
View more curriculum details in the Seton Hall catalog.
MSN PNP-PC Clinicals
Students complete a minimum of 540 clinical hours across four sequential graduate practicum courses. Clinical placement support is provided through Seton Hall’s affiliated hospital and agency network in New Jersey. Clinical instruction follows the preceptorship model — onsite preceptors (nurse practitioners and/or physicians) collaborate with faculty to guide and assess students.
- NURS 7334 – Graduate Practicum I: Younger Years (clinical hours embedded)
- NURS 7344 – Graduate Practicum II: Younger Years (clinical hours embedded)
- NURS 7357 – Graduate Nursing Practicum III: Younger Years (clinical hours embedded)
- NURS 7364 – Graduate Nursing Practicum IV: Younger Years (clinical hours embedded)
- Total: 540 clinical hours minimum
- Clinical settings include hospitals, outpatient clinics, community health centers, schools, and primary and acute care settings
- Affiliated hospital network includes: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Morristown Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, St. Peter’s University Hospital, and 15+ additional NJ hospitals and agencies
- Graduates employed at: RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Atlantic Health System, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
- Out-of-state students should confirm clinical rotation availability with the Director of Graduate Admissions before applying
- NJ RN licensure required if clinical rotations are completed in New Jersey
MSN PNP-PC Immersions
Three mandatory in-person immersions are required at the Interprofessional Health Sciences campus. Each is a two-day event.
- Immersion 1 – Orientation (Year 1, Program Start): Introduction to faculty, classmates, technology platforms, APA writing, library services, and financial aid. Alumni guest speakers share post-graduation experiences.
- Immersion 2 – Practicum (Year 2, Early Fall): Simulation-based advanced clinical skills. PNP-specific focus: integrated physical exam for children from birth to adolescence; expert lectures on EKG interpretation, antibiotic review in children, and specialty pediatric topics.
- Immersion 3 – Practicum (Year 2, Late Fall): Guest lectures on diagnostic skills, wound care, and X-ray interpretation. PNP-specific focus: simulation-based pediatric skill development and expert-led specialty lectures.
MSN PNP-PC Admissions
No GRE required. $75 application fee. Interview by invitation for selected applicants. Academic prerequisites required before enrollment (not credited toward degree).
- BSN from NLNAC-, ACEN-, or CCNE-accredited program
- Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA
- Current RN licensure in US state of practice; NJ licensure required if clinical rotations are in New Jersey
- For recent BSN graduates: acceptance granted post-NCLEX passing by August 15 of admission year; proof of 1 year full-time nursing employment required before beginning practicum courses (Year 2)
- Statement of professional goals
- Letters of reference: 1 professional + 1 academic (2 professional letters acceptable if out of school 5+ years)
- Academic prerequisites (not credited toward degree — must be completed before first graduate course): statistics, nursing research, undergraduate physical assessment
- Basic physical assessment refresher required prior to enrolling in Practicum I
- Prior to clinical enrollment: Joint Commission and OSHA requirements, immunization records, medical history, liability insurance, criminal background check, BLS for Healthcare Professionals certification (American Heart Association)
- TOEFL (minimum 22 reading, 22 listening, 26 speaking, 24 writing) + WES evaluation for nurses educated outside the US or in a language other than English
- $75 application fee
- No GRE required
- Interview invitation extended to selected applicants only
- Application deadlines not published — contact the College of Nursing Graduate Admissions office for current deadlines
MSN – Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Seton Hall University College of Nursing is currently not accepting applicants to the MSN PNP-AC program.
The information below is provided for reference only — check the official program page for updates on when applications may reopen.
The MSN PNP-AC at Seton Hall University College of Nursing is estimated at approximately ~$76,080 in tuition (48 credits × $1,585/credit) plus fees when active.
The program requires a minimum of 645 clinical hours. Graduates are eligible for the CPNP-AC exam through PNCB.
MSN PNP-AC Curriculum (for reference — program not currently enrolling)
The MSN PNP-AC totals 48 credits across 15 courses.
Shared Foundation Courses (27 cr.) — same as MSN PNP-PC:
- NURS 6123 – Theoretical Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice (3 cr.)
- NURS 6124 – Forces in Health Care (3 cr.)
- NURS 6223 – Health Promotion (3 cr.)
- NURS 6411 – Advanced Clinical Pathophysiology (3 cr.)
- NURS 6415 – Clinical Pharmacology (3 cr.)
- NURS 7141 – Nursing Research I (3 cr.)
- NURS 7334 – Graduate Practicum I: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7370 – Advanced Health Assessment and Clinical Decision Making (3 cr.)
- NURS 7470 – Advanced Professional Role Enactment (3 cr.)
Acute Care Specialty Courses (21 cr.):
- NURS 7510 (4 cr. — title not published in available source materials)
- NURS 7512 (4 cr. — title not published)
- NURS 7514 (4 cr. — title not published)
- NURS 7610 (3 cr. — title not published)
- NURS 7612 (3 cr. — title not published)
- NURS 7614 (3 cr. — title not published)
View more details on the official program page.
MSN PNP-AC Admissions (when active)
- Same general requirements as MSN PNP-PC (BSN, 3.0+ GPA, RN licensure, references, goal statement)
- NP track applicants must have a minimum of 1 year of recent relevant nursing experience before enrolling in practicum courses (2 years for Adult Acute Care NP — verify PNP-AC requirement directly)
Post-Master’s Certificate – Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
The Post-Master’s Certificate PNP-PC at Seton Hall University College of Nursing is estimated at approximately ~$28,530 minimum (18 credits × $1,585) if only the specialty courses are required, or up to ~$61,815 (39 credits × $1,585) if additional prerequisite courses are needed.
A gap analysis determines the final credit count.
The certificate is designed for MSN-prepared NPs adding a pediatric primary care specialty certification.
All programs are 100% online.
Certificate Curriculum
The Post-Master’s Certificate PNP-PC baseline totals 18 credits in pediatric specialty courses. Additional courses from the MSN foundation curriculum (up to 21 more credits) may be required based on gap analysis, bringing the maximum to 39 credits.
Pediatric Specialty Courses (18 cr. — required for all students):
- NURS 7242 – Advanced Nursing Practice I: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7244 – Advanced Practice Nursing II: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7334 – Graduate Practicum I: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7344 – Graduate Practicum II: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7357 – Graduate Nursing Practicum III: Younger Years (3 cr.)
- NURS 7364 – Graduate Nursing Practicum IV: Younger Years (3 cr.)
Additional Courses by Gap Analysis (up to 21 cr.): Selected courses from the MSN PNP-PC foundation curriculum — potentially including theory, pathophysiology, pharmacology, health assessment, health promotion, nursing research, and role enactment courses — as determined by the gap analysis of prior MSN coursework.
Clinical placements for certificate students are individualized and made with certified, experienced advanced nurse practitioners. Clinical hours are not explicitly published — contact the program for specifics.
View more curriculum details in the Seton Hall catalog.
Certificate Clinicals
- Four graduate practicum courses embedded in the 18-credit specialty curriculum
- Clinical placements individualized and arranged with certified, experienced APNs
- NJ RN licensure required if clinical rotations are in New Jersey
Certificate Admissions
- MSN from a nationally accredited program
- Gap analysis determines credit requirements after admission
- Contact: Seton Hall University College of Nursing
Tuition
Seton Hall University charges graduate nursing students on a per-credit basis. Rates below are current 2025-2026 rates.
- Nursing graduate tuition rate: $1,585/credit
- Graduate Nursing Fee: $310/semester
- University Fee (part-time, fewer than 9 credits): $315/semester
- University Fee (full-time, 9+ credits): $735/semester
- University Fee (summer/winter): $90/semester
- Application fee: $75
Estimated total tuition by program:
- MSN PNP-PC (42 cr.): ~$66,570 in tuition
- MSN PNP-AC (48 cr.): ~$76,080 in tuition (not currently accepting applicants)
- Post-Master’s Certificate PNP-PC:
- Minimum (18 cr., specialty only): ~$28,530
- Maximum (39 cr., with additional gap analysis courses): ~$61,815
Scholarships may reduce the cost of the degree by up to 50% — contact the College of Nursing for current scholarship availability and eligibility.
See the official tuition page for more details.
Accreditation
The MSN programs and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Seton Hall University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Seton Hall University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The program is ranked #1 in New Jersey for Best Online Graduate Nursing Programs by U.S. News and World Report and is listed in The Princeton Review.