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The Texas Christian 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 Worth, TX, TX, 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 65 students, ensuring personalized attention and strong faculty-student relationships throughout the program. The program maintains a 99% 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.
$115k
Estimated Tuition
36
Months Duration
65
Class Size
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DNAP
Curriculum Type
front loaded
Average GPA Admitted
3.64
Overall GPA of admitted students
Average Science GPA Admitted
3.61
Science GPA of admitted students
ER/PICU/NICU Experience
NICU experience only considered if other criteria meet or exceed expectations Consideration will also be given to PACU, flight nursing, ER, step-down unit or heart catheterization lab experience if applicant meets practice hour requirement of 875 hrs caring for critically ill in SICU, CVICU, MICU, general ICU, neuro ICU, trauma ICU, coronary ICU or PICU the year preceding application
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
CCRN Certification
Critical Care Registered Nurse certification required
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
$115,000
Approximately $3,194 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
99% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt
Completion Rate
97.2% of students complete the program
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Application Deadline
May 15
2026
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Campus Location
Fort Worth, TX
TX
Official Website
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App Opens: December 15th | Deadline: May 15th | Starts: January | Degree: DNAP | ER/PICU/NICU: NICU experience only considered if other criteria meet or exceed expectations Consideration will also be given to PACU, flight nursing, ER, step-down unit or heart catheterization lab experience if applicant meets practice hour requirement of 875 hrs caring for critically ill in SICU, CVICU, MICU, general ICU, neuro ICU, trauma ICU, coronary ICU or PICU the year preceding application
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