CRNA Programs That Accept ER Experience
Yes, some ER nurses can get into CRNA school. 10 CRNA programs accept Emergency Room experience as qualifying critical care. However, ER experience is less commonly accepted than traditional ICU, so verify each program's requirements carefully.
We found 10 programs matching this filter across 8 states. In-state tuition ranges from $61,488 to $166,347.
CRNA Club Snapshot
At a Glance
10 Total Programs
$61,488 – $166,347 Tuition Range
8 States Represented
7 DNP, 3 DNAP Degree Breakdown
All 10 Programs
| Program | City | State | Degree | Tuition | GRE | Min GPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University | Glendale | Arizona | DNAP | $166,347 | No | 3.00 |
| Idaho State University | Meridian | Idaho | DNAP | $126,162 | No | 3.00 |
| University of Detroit Mercy | Detroit | Michigan | DNP | $109,299 | No | 3.00 |
| Goldfarb/Barnes-Jewish | St. Louis | Missouri | DNP | $105,180 | No | 3.00 |
| Lourdes University | Sylvania | Ohio | DNP | $111,150 | No | 3.00 |
| OHSU | Portland | Oregon | DNP | $114,524 | No | 3.00 |
| Drexel University | Philadelphia | Pennsylvania | DNP | $158,220 | No | 3.20 |
| Independence Health System School of Anesthesia | Latrobe | Pennsylvania | DNAP | $109,598 | No | 3.00 |
| UPMC Hamot/Gannon University | Erie | Pennsylvania | DNP | $102,060 | Yes | 3.00 |
| University of Texas at Houston | Houston | Texas | DNP | $61,488 | Yes | 3.00 |
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Program Details
Midwestern University
Glendale, Arizona
Deadline: 2025-11-01
DNAP front-loaded
GPA Type
Cumulative Science
Quick Facts
$166,347
No GRE
Prerequisites
Gen Chem Anatomy Physiology
Idaho State University
Meridian, Idaho
Deadline: 2027-01-15
DNAP front-loaded
GPA Type
Cumulative Science
Quick Facts
$126,162
No GRE
Prerequisites
Gen Chem Anatomy Physiology
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, Michigan
Deadline: 2025-10-31
DNP front-loaded
GPA Type
Cumulative Nursing Graduate
Quick Facts
$109,299
No GRE
Prerequisites
Gen Chem Anatomy Physiology
Goldfarb/Barnes-Jewish
St. Louis, Missouri
Deadline: 2027-03-01
DNP integrated
GPA Type
Cumulative Nursing
Quick Facts
$105,180
No GRE
Prerequisites
Statistics Organic Chem Anatomy
+2 more
Lourdes University
Sylvania, Ohio
Deadline: 2026-03-23
DNP front-loaded
GPA Type
Cumulative
Quick Facts
$111,150
No GRE
Prerequisites
Gen Chem Organic Chem Anatomy
+1 more
OHSU
Portland, Oregon
Deadline: 2025-10-10
DNP front-loaded
GPA Type
Cumulative Science Last 60
Quick Facts
$114,524
No GRE
Prerequisites
Statistics Gen Chem Anatomy
+1 more
Drexel University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Deadline: 2026-03-31
DNP integrated
GPA Type
Science Nursing Graduate
Quick Facts
$158,220
No GRE
Independence Health System School of Anesthesia
Latrobe, Pennsylvania
Deadline: 2026-01-15
DNAP front-loaded
GPA Type
Cumulative
Quick Facts
$109,598
No GRE
UPMC Hamot/Gannon University
Erie, Pennsylvania
Deadline: 2025-10-01
DNP integrated
GPA Type
Science Last 60
Quick Facts
$102,060
GRE
Prerequisites
Statistics Research
University of Texas at Houston
Houston, Texas
Deadline: 2026-07-01
DNP front-loaded
GPA Type
Nursing
Quick Facts
$61,488
GRE
Prerequisites
Statistics Organic Chem
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CRNA programs match "generic"?
There are currently 10 CRNA programs matching this filter.
Which states have the most programs matching "generic"?
The states with the most matching programs are: Pennsylvania (3), Arizona (1), Idaho (1), Michigan (1), Missouri (1).
What is the tuition range for these programs?
Tuition for these programs ranges from $61,488 to $166,347 (in-state).
What degree types do these programs offer?
The degree breakdown is: DNP (7), DNAP (3).
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