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New York NP License 2026: Collaborative Agreement, NYSED Process, Salary
In brief
New York NPs practice under a collaborative agreement for the first 3,600 hours, then may apply for independent practice. NYSED processing runs 8-16 weeks. Average salary $125,000/year.
Steps at a glance
Complete NP program and national certification
Graduate from a CCNE or ACEN-accredited NP program and pass ANCC or AANP certification for your specialty. NYSED requires a master's or doctoral degree.
Submit NYSED NP license application
Apply online through NYSED's OP-NP portal. Fee: $135. Submit transcripts, certification verification, and licensure history from all prior licensed states.
Enter collaborative practice for first 3,600 hours
New York requires NPs to practice under a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) with a physician for the first 3,600 hours (~2 years full-time). The CPA must be filed with NYSED.
Apply for independent practice authorization
After 3,600 documented hours under CPA, apply to NYSED for independent practice. This grants full prescribing including Schedule II-V and removes the CPA requirement.
In this article
New York nurse practitioners operate under a phased practice authority model, collaborative practice required for the first 3,600 hours, followed by full independent practice. Average NP salary in New York is $125,000/year in 2026, with New York City reaching $135,000-$155,000 for specialty NPs.
New York NP Practice Authority
| Phase | Requirement | Prescriptive Authority |
|---|---|---|
| First 3,600 hours | Collaborative Practice Agreement with physician | Schedule III-V; Schedule II requires CPA co-sign |
| After 3,600 hours | Independent, no CPA required | Full Schedule II-V independent prescribing |
NYSED Application Requirements
- Master's or doctoral degree from CCNE or ACEN-accredited NP program
- National certification: ANCC (FNP-BC, AGNP-C, etc.) or AANP (FNP-C, AGPCNP-C)
- Active New York RN license, required before applying for NP license
- NYSED OP-NP application: $135 fee
- Official transcripts sent directly from institution
Processing Timeline
NYSED NP application processing typically runs 8-16 weeks, slower during spring and fall graduation cycles. Expedited processing is not available. Begin the application as early as possible.
NP Salary in New York (2026)
| Region | Avg Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| New York City (Manhattan) | $148,000 |
| NYC (outer boroughs) | $138,000 |
| Long Island | $128,000 |
| Westchester / Hudson Valley | $122,000 |
| Albany / Capital Region | $115,000 |
| Western NY (Buffalo) | $108,000 |
Top NY Health Systems for NPs
- NYC Health + Hospitals, public system; strong NYSNA union contract; stable scheduling
- Northwell Health, largest private employer in NY; aggressive NP recruitment statewide
- NewYork-Presbyterian (Columbia/Weill Cornell), top academic salaries for specialty NPs
- NYU Langone Health, growing NP program; competitive base + productivity bonuses
- Rochester Regional Health / UR Medicine, Upstate NY academic systems
What We See at Ava Health
New York FNP and AGPCNP candidates are in high demand for primary care and FQHC positions. The 3,600-hour CPA requirement means employers who offer structured collaborative arrangements are more competitive for new graduates. Rural upstate NY has NHSC loan repayment eligibility and persistent shortages.
Related: NP License California 2026, NP License Florida 2026, RN Salary New York 2026.
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