CRNA Programs in North Carolina That Accept 1 Year ICU Experience
5 Programs for 2026
Requirements verified against each program’s own site — 2 of 5 programs on this page carry a source-linked verification, most recently . How we source our data
Quick Answer
Are there CRNA programs in North Carolina that accept 1 year icu experience?
Source: The CRNA Club School Database (6 North Carolina programs)
We track every accredited CRNA program in North Carolina and update this data regularly. Below you will find the 5 programs that match this filter, with tuition, requirements, and outcomes you can compare side by side. If you want to explore all 6 North Carolina programs or apply different filters, use The CRNA Club's free School Database.
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North Carolina 1 Year ICU Programs at a Glance
All 5 1 Year ICU Programs in North Carolina
5 of 6 North Carolina programs match. The remaining 1 do not meet this criteria.
| Program | City | Degree | Tuition | GRE | Min GPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University | Durham | DNP | $186,750 | No | 3.00 |
| East Carolina University | Greenville | DNP | $50,639 | Yes | 3.00 |
| UNC Greensboro | Greensboro | DNP | $65,490 | Yes | 3.20 |
| Wake Forest University | Winston-Salem | DNP | $287,904 | Yes | 3.00 |
| Western Carolina University | Asheville | DNP | $70,178 | Yes | 3.00 |
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Program Details
Duke University
ICU experience: 1 year
Verified ·see the school’s wordshide
“At the time of application submission, candidates must have a minimum of one year (two years preferred) of current, continuous full-time acute care experience as an RN in a critical care setting.”
Quoted from the program’s own page — source
UNC Greensboro
ICU experience: 1 year
Verified ·see the school’s wordshide
“A minimum of **one year of continuous full-time acute care experience in a critical care setting** – adult experience is required- MICU, SICU, CCU, CTSU, Neuro ICU, etc.”
Quoted from the program’s own page — source
Frequently Asked Questions
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How many CRNA programs in North Carolina that accept 1 year icu experience?
5 out of 6 CRNA programs in North Carolina that accept 1 year icu experience.
What is the tuition for 1 Year ICU CRNA programs in North Carolina?
The most affordable is East Carolina University Nurse Anesthesia Program at $50,639 in-state tuition.
Which North Carolina CRNA programs that accept 1 year icu experience?
Duke University Nurse Anesthesia Program, East Carolina University Nurse Anesthesia Program, UNC Greensboro Nurse Anesthesia Program, Wake Forest University Nurse Anesthesia Program, Western Carolina University Nurse Anesthesia Program.
What are the NCE pass rates for 1 Year ICU programs in North Carolina?
The highest is 100% at East Carolina University Nurse Anesthesia Program.
Our Final Thoughts
Finding the right CRNA program means matching your specific situation to the right requirements. Knowing that 5 programs in North Carolina that accept 1 year icu experience narrows your search significantly. From here, compare tuition, pass rates, and clinical sites to build your target list.
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Data from 6 COA-accredited programs in North Carolina. Updated regularly from program websites and the Council on Accreditation (COA). Learn about our methodology →
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