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The SUNY Buffalo 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 Buffalo, NY, NY, 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 88% 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.
$174k
Estimated Tuition
36
Months Duration
24
Class Size
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DNP
Average GPA Admitted
3.6
Overall GPA of admitted students
ER/PICU/NICU Experience
They will take any ICU experience, but they do state if you only have NICU experience you may not be as strong of an applicant as someone with adult ICU experience
ADN Accepted
✗ BSN required (ADN not accepted)
Minimum GPA
3 overall GPA required
Science GPA: 3
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
$174,313
Approximately $4,842 per month
Out-of-State Tuition
$174,313
Additional $0 for non-residents
💡 Financial Aid Available
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Program Success Rate
88% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt
Completion Rate
89% of students complete the program
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Application Deadline
September 4
2026
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Campus Location
Buffalo, NY
NY
Official Website
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App Opens: July 15th | Deadline: September 4th | Starts: May | Degree: DNP | ER/PICU/NICU: They will take any ICU experience, but they do state if you only have NICU experience you may not be as strong of an applicant as someone with adult ICU experience
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