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The University of Akron 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 Akron, OH, OH, 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 36 students, ensuring personalized attention and strong faculty-student relationships throughout the program. The program maintains a 97.4% 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.
$62k
Estimated Tuition
36
Months Duration
36
Class Size
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DNP
Curriculum Type
integrated
ER/PICU/NICU Experience
Minimum one year current adult critical care experience. The following does not constitute critical care experience for admission: neonatal ICU, ER Pediatric intensive care will be evaluated on an individual basis
ADN Accepted
✗ BSN required (ADN not accepted)
Minimum GPA
3 overall GPA required
Science GPA: 3
CCRN Certification
Critical Care Registered Nurse certification required
Shadowing
Shadowing required
Minimum 16 hours
Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation required
Personal Statement
Personal statement or essay required
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In-State Tuition
$62,420
Approximately $1,734 per month
Out-of-State Tuition
$80,787
Additional $18,367 for non-residents
💡 Financial Aid Available
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Program Success Rate
97.4% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt
Completion Rate
100% of students complete the program
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Application Deadline
August 1
2026
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Campus Location
Akron, OH
OH
Official Website
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App Opens: not specified on their website | Deadline: August 1st | Starts: June | Degree: DNP | ER/PICU/NICU: Minimum one year current adult critical care experience. The following does not constitute critical care experience for admission: neonatal ICU, ER Pediatric intensive care will be evaluated on an individual basis
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