Duquesne University
CRNA Program
Duquesne University CRNA program: fast facts
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“Designed for experienced bachelors prepared critical care nurses, this hybrid DNP program combines clinical expertise and scholarly work to prepare students to deliver safe, quality anesthesia care. Through rigorous clinical rotations and a mix of online…”
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What are Duquesne University's admissions requirements?
Two recommendations: One academic reference from a current or former nursing faculty member who can speak to your academic abilities One professional reference from a current Nurse Manager/Supervisor/Director who can speak to you clinical abilities
Verified ·sourceWhat ICU experience does Duquesne University accept?
What prerequisites does Duquesne University require?
How long is Duquesne University's CRNA program?
School of Nursing is in “Capability Review” with the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational programs (COA) with the goal of a sole DNP in Nurse Anesthesia Program, seating our first class in August 2025. Until the COA grants Duquesne University School of Nursing accreditation, anticipated in May 2025, we are unable to admit our next cohort of students.
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What does Duquesne University ask in the essay?
The following considerations are suggestions for individuals applying to the Duquesne University School of Nursing DNP Nurse Anesthesia track for their personal narrative and goal statement: Reason(s) why you are pursuing a career in nurse anesthesia. Your understanding of the profession of nurse anesthesia; discuss your understanding of the role of the CRNA as one of the 4 APRN roles. Professional plans and career goals, noting how this degree will support you in practice and future career plans. What do you hope to contribute to the profession of nurse anesthesia and the other APRN roles as a CRNA? Why do you wish to study at Duquesne rather than another school/program? If you have attempted another CRNA program, why did you make the decision to change? Past clinical/personal experiences as they relate to the nurse anesthesia (e.g. how do your past experiences compliment the nurse anesthesia educational path you wish to pursue?) Past accomplishments you have had in nursing (professional organization membership or positions, awards, scholarships, nominations, certifications, committee/project work, scholarly publications, other accomplishments or abilities). Special circumstances applicable to your background and professional history? The goal statement is limited to three pages, double spaced. Applicants can select whichever and however many prompts they feel are most applicable to them and their decision to apply to the program, within the three page guideline. Please do not enclose sensitive personal information.
How Duquesne University compares to other Pennsylvania programs
| Measure | Duquesne University | Rest of Pennsylvania | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-state tuition | $169,280 | $123,806 | 37% higher |
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Tuition is compared against the average of the other Pennsylvania programs that publish one. Class size and pass rate are compared against the median. Programs that don’t publish a figure are left out of that row.
School of Nursing is in “Capability Review” with the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational programs (COA) with the goal of a sole DNP in Nurse Anesthesia Program, seating our first class in August 2025. Until the COA grants Duquesne University School of Nursing accreditation, anticipated in May 2025, we are unable to admit our next cohort of students.
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