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The Florida Gulf Coast University 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 Fort Myers, FL, FL, 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 24 students, ensuring personalized attention and strong faculty-student relationships throughout the program. The program maintains a 91.3% 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. The program requires applicants to have significant critical care nursing experience, ensuring students enter with a strong foundation in acute patient management and complex clinical decision-making.
$42k
Estimated Tuition
36
Months Duration
24
Class Size
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DNP
Curriculum Type
front loaded
ER/PICU/NICU Experience
Provide evidence of a minimum of 1 year of recent (within 1 year of application) experience in a critical care setting, as defined by the COA. (ex. given: CTICU, Trauma ICU, Neuro ICU)
ADN Accepted
✗ BSN required (ADN not accepted)
Minimum GPA
3 overall GPA required
Science GPA: 3
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
$41,818
Approximately $1,162 per month
Out-of-State Tuition
$145,674
Additional $103,856 for non-residents
💡 Financial Aid Available
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Program Success Rate
91.3% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt
Completion Rate
99% of students complete the program
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Application Deadline
July 31
2026
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Campus Location
Fort Myers, FL
FL
Official Website
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App Opens: January 2nd | Deadline: July 31st | Starts: May | Degree: DNP | ER/PICU/NICU: Provide evidence of a minimum of 1 year of recent (within 1 year of application) experience in a critical care setting, as defined by the COA. (ex. given: CTICU, Trauma ICU, Neuro ICU)
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