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The Bryan College of Health Sciences offers a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program in Nurse Anesthesia, preparing registered nurses for advanced practice as Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). Located in Lincoln, NE, NE, this program provides comprehensive training in anesthesia principles, pharmacology, and patient care. The program duration is 36 months (approximately 3 years), offering an intensive curriculum that combines didactic coursework with extensive clinical experiences. Each cohort consists of approximately 28 students, ensuring personalized attention and strong faculty-student relationships throughout the program. The program maintains a 94% first-time pass rate on the National Certification Examination (NCE), demonstrating its effectiveness in preparing graduates for board certification. Graduates are prepared to provide anesthesia services across diverse healthcare settings, including hospitals, surgical centers, and pain management clinics, addressing the growing national demand for qualified nurse anesthetists.
$104k
Estimated Tuition
36
Months Duration
28
Class Size
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DNAP
Curriculum Type
integrated
ER/PICU/NICU Experience
Preferred: Surgical ICU, Cardiothoracic ICU, Coronary ICU, Medical ICU, NICU, PICU Other areas may be considered if you can demonstrate competence with invasive monitoring, ventilators, and critical care pharmacology
ADN Accepted
✓ Accepts Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum GPA
3 overall GPA required
Science GPA: 3.2
GRE Required
Graduate Record Examination scores must be submitted
Shadowing
No shadowing required
Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation required
Personal Statement
Personal statement or essay required
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In-State Tuition
$104,318
Approximately $2,898 per month
💡 Financial Aid Available
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Program Success Rate
94% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt
Completion Rate
100% of students complete the program
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Application Deadline
August 31
2026
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Campus Location
Lincoln, NE
NE
Official Website
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App Opens: March 1st | Deadline: August 31st | Starts: May | Degree: DNAP | ER/PICU/NICU: Preferred: Surgical ICU, Cardiothoracic ICU, Coronary ICU, Medical ICU, NICU, PICU Other areas may be considered if you can demonstrate competence with invasive monitoring, ventilators, and critical care pharmacology
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