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The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) 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 Charleston, SC, SC, 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 97% 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.
$96k
Estimated Tuition
36
Months Duration
40
Class Size
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DNAP
Curriculum Type
front loaded
Average GPA Admitted
3.5
Overall GPA of admitted students
ER/PICU/NICU Experience
Preferred: CCU, ICU, MICU, NICU, PICU, SICU ER experience is not considered acceptable
ADN Accepted
✗ BSN required (ADN not accepted)
Minimum GPA
3 overall GPA required
Science GPA: 3
Shadowing
Shadowing required
Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation required
Personal Statement
Personal statement or essay required
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In-State Tuition
$96,067
Approximately $2,669 per month
Out-of-State Tuition
$145,924
Additional $49,857 for non-residents
💡 Financial Aid Available
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Program Success Rate
97% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt
Completion Rate
96.87% of students complete the program
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Application Deadline
September 15
2026
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Campus Location
Charleston, SC
SC
Official Website
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App Opens: July 1st | Deadline: September 15th | Starts: May | Degree: DNAP | ER/PICU/NICU: Preferred: CCU, ICU, MICU, NICU, PICU, SICU ER experience is not considered acceptable
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