Northern Kentucky University

CRNA Program

Highland Heights, Kentucky
Degree: DNP Length: 3 yr Class Size: 20 GRE: Not Required

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Fast Facts

Degree DNP
Type integrated
Length 3 yr
Class Size 20
Clinical Sites 22
Start May
Format Partially Online
Work During Not Allowed

Admissions Requirements

Minimum GPA 3.00
GRE Required No Verified ·source
CCRN Required Yes
Min ICU Experience 1 year
Verified ·see the school’s words
“One year minimum full-time of critical care experience as RN within the past 2 years with employer verification.”

Quoted from the program’s own page — source

References 3
Shadowing Yes
Reference Requirements

Three professional recommendations/references use NKU Graduate reference form.

Verified ·source
GPA Types Considered
CumulativeScience
GPA Notes

GPA of 3.00 or higher on 4.0 scale on all college course work. Cumulative science GPA 3.00 or higher on 4.0 scale with associated lab course. Pre-requisite courses requiring GPA of 3.0 or higher: Statistics; Anatomy; Physiology; Chemistry; Microbiology. Prospective students who do not meet the above criteria are strongly encouraged to retake the course prior to applying.

Verified ·source
CCRN Details

CCRN Certification Admission Requirement: If you are lacking the CCRN requirement, please begin the application process to the NAP now, the CCRN certification documentation may be added at a later date;

ICU Experience Accepted

NICU ✗
PICU ✓
ER ✗
Other critical care ✓

Prerequisites

Statistics Required
Gen Chemistry Required
Organic Chemistry Not Required
Biochemistry Not Required
Anatomy Required
Physiology Required
Physics Not Required
Pharmacology Not Required
Microbiology Required
Research Not Required

Program Statistics

95% NCE Pass Rate
5% Attrition Rate
Northern Kentucky University campus

Estimated Tuition

In-State $83,422
Out-of-State $106,848

Application Info

Applications Open 2026-06-01
Deadline 2026-08-30
Program Start May
Rolling Admissions No
Applies via NursingCAS No

Official Program Page

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Northern Kentucky University Nurse Anesthesia Program offers a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) degree.

How long is the Northern Kentucky University Nurse Anesthesia Program CRNA program?

The Northern Kentucky University Nurse Anesthesia Program CRNA program is 3 yr long.

Does Northern Kentucky University Nurse Anesthesia Program require the GRE?

No, Northern Kentucky University Nurse Anesthesia Program does not require the GRE for admission.

What is the minimum GPA for Northern Kentucky University Nurse Anesthesia Program?

Northern Kentucky University Nurse Anesthesia Program requires a minimum GPA of 3.00.

Does Northern Kentucky University Nurse Anesthesia Program accept NICU experience?

No, Northern Kentucky University Nurse Anesthesia Program does not currently accept NICU experience. They typically require adult critical care experience.

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Northern Kentucky University Nurse Anesthesia Program has in-state tuition of $83,422 and out-of-state tuition of $106,848.
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