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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University

Baton Rouge, LA

Program Overview

The Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady 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 Baton Rouge, LA, LA, 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 40 students, ensuring personalized attention and strong faculty-student relationships throughout the program. The program maintains a 94.74% 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.

$114k

Estimated Tuition

36

Months Duration

40

Class Size

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Program Information

Degree Offered

DNP

Curriculum Type

front loaded

Average GPA Admitted

3.6

Overall GPA of admitted students

Average Science GPA Admitted

3.44

Science GPA of admitted students

Experience Accepted

ER/PICU/NICU Experience

Adult ICU preferred. PICU/NICU may be considered depending on the type of patients cared for

ADN Accepted

✗ BSN required (ADN not accepted)

Admission Requirements

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Minimum GPA

3 overall GPA required

Science GPA: 3

Application Requirements

Shadowing

No shadowing required

Letters of Recommendation

Letters of recommendation required

Personal Statement

Personal statement or essay required

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Tuition Breakdown

In-State Tuition

$113,788

Approximately $3,161 per month

💡 Financial Aid Available

Most CRNA programs offer federal student loans, scholarships, and assistantships. Contact the school's financial aid office for specific opportunities and requirements.

Program Success Rate

94.74% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt

Completion Rate

95% of students complete the program

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Key Dates & Application Timeline

Application Deadline

June 15

2026

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Location & Contact Information

Campus Location

Baton Rouge, LA

LA

Official Website

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📌Important Program Information

App Opens: January 15th | Deadline: June 15th | Starts: January | Degree: DNP | ER/PICU/NICU: Adult ICU preferred. PICU/NICU may be considered depending on the type of patients cared for