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Michigan State University

East Lansing, MI

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Program Overview

The Michigan State 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 East Lansing, MI, MI, 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 95% 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.

$84k

Estimated Tuition

36

Months Duration

20

Class Size

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Program Information

Degree Offered

DNP

Curriculum Type

front loaded

Average GPA Admitted

3.67

Overall GPA of admitted students

Experience Accepted

ER/PICU/NICU Experience

Cardiothoracic, Surgical, Transplant, Burn, Neuro-Trauma, Medical, Coronary, Pediatric and Neonatal ICUs preferred Applicants who believe they meet critical care requirements working in other units are encouraged to speak with the admissions advisor & attend an info session with the Program Director

ADN Accepted

✗ BSN required (ADN not accepted)

Admission Requirements

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Minimum GPA

3 overall GPA required

Science GPA: 3

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CCRN Certification

Critical Care Registered Nurse certification required

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

$83,547

Approximately $2,321 per month

Out-of-State Tuition

$123,880

Additional $40,333 for non-residents

💡 Financial Aid Available

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Program Success Rate

95% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt

Completion Rate

100% of students complete the program

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Key Dates & Application Timeline

Application Deadline

June 1

2026

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Location & Contact Information

Campus Location

East Lansing, MI

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Official Website

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📌Important Program Information

App Opens: April 1st | Deadline: June 1st | Starts: May | Degree: DNP | ER/PICU/NICU: Cardiothoracic, Surgical, Transplant, Burn, Neuro-Trauma, Medical, Coronary, Pediatric and Neonatal ICUs preferred Applicants who believe they meet critical care requirements working in other units are encouraged to speak with the admissions advisor & attend an info session with the Program Director