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The University of Southern Mississippi 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 Hattiesburg, MS, MS, 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 35 students, ensuring personalized attention and strong faculty-student relationships throughout the program. The program maintains a 92% 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.
$101k
Estimated Tuition
36
Months Duration
35
Class Size
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DNP
Curriculum Type
integrated
ER/PICU/NICU Experience
Level III neonatal and pediatric ICU experience is accepted; however, additional part time adult experience is typically needed to supplement experience ER experience will not count as critical care
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
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
$100,971
Approximately $2,805 per month
Out-of-State Tuition
$100,971
Additional $0 for non-residents
💡 Financial Aid Available
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Program Success Rate
92% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt
Completion Rate
96% of students complete the program
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Application Deadline
May 15
2026
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Campus Location
Hattiesburg, MS
MS
Official Website
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App Opens: not specified on their website | Deadline: May 15th | Starts: not specified on their website | Degree: DNP | ER/PICU/NICU: Level III neonatal and pediatric ICU experience is accepted; however, additional part time adult experience is typically needed to supplement experience ER experience will not count as critical care
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