CRNA Programs in Pennsylvania with Low GPA Requirements
7 Programs for 2026
Requirements verified against each program’s own site — 3 of 7 programs on this page carry a source-linked verification, most recently . How we source our data
Quick Answer
Are there CRNA programs in Pennsylvania with low gpa requirements?
Source: The CRNA Club School Database (15 Pennsylvania programs)
We track every accredited CRNA program in Pennsylvania and update this data regularly. Below you will find the 7 programs that match this filter, with tuition, requirements, and outcomes you can compare side by side. If you want to explore all 15 Pennsylvania programs or apply different filters, use The CRNA Club's free School Database.
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Pennsylvania Low GPA Programs at a Glance
All 7 Low GPA Programs in Pennsylvania
7 of 15 Pennsylvania programs match. The remaining 8 do not meet this criteria.
| Program | City | Degree | Tuition | GRE | Min GPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Health System School of Anesthesia | Latrobe | DNAP | $109,598 | No | 3.00 |
| St. Luke's University Health Network/DeSales University | Center Valley | DNP | $175,850 | — | 3.00 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Philadelphia | DNP | $102,030 | No | 3.00 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh | DNP | $149,130 | No | 3.00 |
| University of Scranton | Scranton | DNP | $99,600 | No | 3.00 |
| UPMC Hamot/Gannon University | Erie | DNP | $102,060 | Yes | 3.00 |
| Villanova University | Springfield | DNP | $143,613 | Yes | 3.00 |
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Program Details
Independence Health System School of Anesthesia
Minimum GPA: 3.00
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“Cumulative GPA for all undergraduate work must be 3.0 or above.”
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University of Scranton
GPA notes: An undergraduate GPA of at least 3.00 or other evidence of ability to complete successfully a graduate program such as grades in other post-baccalaureate course…
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“An undergraduate GPA of at least 3.00 or other evidence of ability to complete successfully a graduate program such as grades in other post-baccalaureate courses, scores from national graduate school entrance examinations or a record of progressively higher work experiences…”
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UPMC Hamot/Gannon University
GPA notes: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 for undergraduate math and science courses. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 for the last 60 hours of undergraduate nursing studies.
Verified ·see the school’s wordshide
“Cumulative GPA of 3.0 for undergraduate math and science courses.”
Quoted from the program’s own page — source
Frequently Asked Questions
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How many CRNA programs in Pennsylvania with low gpa requirements?
7 out of 15 CRNA programs in Pennsylvania with low gpa requirements.
What is the tuition for Low GPA CRNA programs in Pennsylvania?
The most affordable is University of Scranton Nurse Anesthesia Program at $99,600 in-state tuition.
Which Pennsylvania CRNA programs with low gpa requirements?
Independence Health System School of Anesthesia, St. Luke's University Health Network/DeSales University, University of Pennsylvania Nurse Anesthesia Program, University of Pittsburgh Nurse Anesthesia Program, University of Scranton Nurse Anesthesia Program, UPMC Hamot/Gannon University Nurse Anesthesia Program, Villanova University Nurse Anesthesia Program.
What are the NCE pass rates for Low GPA programs in Pennsylvania?
The highest is 100% at University of Pittsburgh Nurse Anesthesia Program.
Our Final Thoughts
Finding the right CRNA program means matching your specific situation to the right requirements. Knowing that 7 programs in Pennsylvania with low gpa requirements narrows your search significantly. From here, compare tuition, pass rates, and clinical sites to build your target list.
The CRNA Club's free School Database lets you stack multiple filters at once. You can also check our full requirements guide or step-by-step CRNA path for context on where this fits in your application timeline.
Data from 15 COA-accredited programs in Pennsylvania. Updated regularly from program websites and the Council on Accreditation (COA). Learn about our methodology →
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