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SUNY Buffalo

Buffalo, NY

Program Overview

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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Program Information

Degree Offered

DNP

Average GPA Admitted

3.6

Overall GPA of admitted students

Experience Accepted

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)

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

$174,313

Approximately $4,842 per month

Out-of-State Tuition

$174,313

Additional $0 for non-residents

💡 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

88% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt

Completion Rate

89% of students complete the program

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Key Dates & Application Timeline

Application Deadline

September 4

2026

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Location & Contact Information

Campus Location

Buffalo, NY

NY

Official Website

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📌Important Program Information

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