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The University of Texas at Houston 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 Houston, 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 20 students, ensuring personalized attention and strong faculty-student relationships throughout the program. The program maintains a 100% 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.
$224k
Estimated Tuition
36
Months Duration
20
Class Size
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DNP
Curriculum Type
front loaded
Average GPA Admitted
3.6
Overall GPA of admitted students
ER/PICU/NICU Experience
Accepts experience in these clinical areas: CVICU, SICU, CCU, MICU, NICU (Level IV only), PICU as well as trauma and burn intensive care units. ER, PACU, and cardiac cath. lab experience does not meet the critical care requirement for admission
ADN Accepted
✗ BSN required (ADN not accepted)
Minimum GPA
3.3 overall GPA required
Science GPA: 3
GRE Required
Graduate Record Examination scores must be submitted
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
$224,121
Approximately $6,226 per month
Out-of-State Tuition
$224,121
Additional $0 for non-residents
💡 Financial Aid Available
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Program Success Rate
100% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt
Completion Rate
90.5% of students complete the program
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Application Deadline
July 1
2026
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Campus Location
Houston, TX
TX
Official Website
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App Opens: not specified on their website | Deadline: July 1st | Starts: May | Degree: DNP | ER/PICU/NICU: Accepts experience in these clinical areas: CVICU, SICU, CCU, MICU, NICU (Level IV only), PICU as well as trauma and burn intensive care units. ER, PACU, and cardiac cath. lab experience does not meet the critical care requirement for admission
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