CRNA Programs in Florida

There are 9 accredited CRNA programs in Florida (DNP (6), DNAP (3)): AdventHealth, Barry University, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida International University, Florida State University, Keiser University, University of Miami, University of North Florida, University of South Florida.

4 of the 9 Florida CRNA programs that publish a GRE policy require it, and 5 do not: AdventHealth, Barry University, Florida International University, Keiser University, University of Miami.

Published minimum GPAs for Florida CRNA programs range from 3.00 to 3.20, averaging 3.07 (based on the 9 of 9 programs that publish this). The most common minimum is 3.00, required by 6 programs. A minimum is a floor, not a competitive target — admitted students typically exceed it.

In-state tuition ranges from $48,650 to $162,750 (based on the 9 of 9 programs that publish this). Out-of-state tuition ranges from $92,595 to $162,750 (based on 9 programs). The lowest published in-state figure belongs to Florida Gulf Coast University at $48,650. Published figures are not always directly comparable — some schools quote per-year cost and others quote total program cost, so verify with the program before you compare.

3 of the 9 Florida CRNA programs that publish a CCRN policy require CCRN certification: AdventHealth, Barry University, Florida International University. The other 6 do not require it, though it remains strongly recommended.

Florida CRNA programs require between 1 year and 2 years of critical care experience (based on the 9 of 9 programs that publish this), with 1 year being the most common minimum. This is a floor — admitted applicants often have more.

None of the 9 Florida CRNA programs that publish an ICU-type policy accept emergency department experience — all require adult critical care (MICU/SICU/CVICU).

6 of 9 Florida programs that publish a policy accept NICU experience: AdventHealth, Barry University, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida State University, Keiser University, University of North Florida. 9 of 9 accept PICU experience: AdventHealth, Barry University, Florida Gulf Coast University, Florida International University, Florida State University, Keiser University, University of Miami, University of North Florida, University of South Florida.

8 of 9 Florida CRNA programs publish an application deadline. The earliest is Florida State University on January 15, 2026. Deadlines shift year to year — check the program's site before you rely on a date.

The average class size is about 39 students (based on the 9 of 9 programs that publish this).

Florida International University has the highest published NCE (National Certification Exam) pass rate in Florida at 100% (based on the 9 of 9 programs that publish this).