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The University of New England 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 Portland, ME, ME, 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 21 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.
$148k
Estimated Tuition
36
Months Duration
21
Class Size
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DNP
Curriculum Type
front loaded
ER/PICU/NICU Experience
Acceptable areas: ICU, CCU, CVICU, SICU, MICU, NICU, PICU and Neuro ICU ER does not fulfill the critical care experience required to apply
ADN Accepted
✓ Accepts Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum GPA
3 overall GPA required
Science GPA: 3
Shadowing
Shadowing required
Letters of Recommendation
Letters of recommendation required
Personal Statement
Personal statement or essay required
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In-State Tuition
$147,865
Approximately $4,107 per month
💡 Financial Aid Available
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Program Success Rate
100% of graduates pass the NCE on their first attempt
Completion Rate
95.7% of students complete the program
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Application Deadline
February 1
2026
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Campus Location
Portland, ME
ME
Official Website
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App Opens: August 1st | Deadline: February 1st | Starts: September | Degree: DNP | ER/PICU/NICU: Acceptable areas: ICU, CCU, CVICU, SICU, MICU, NICU, PICU and Neuro ICU ER does not fulfill the critical care experience required to apply
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