Program Overview

Nurse Anesthesia Program

The Nurse Anesthesia Program at East Carolina University's College of Nursing is a doctoral program that prepares students for a career in nurse anesthesia.

Admission Process

Applications are accepted each January through August 31 for admissions to the following summer semester start date. Admission interviews are conducted in the Fall for admission to the next starting class.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the doctor of nursing practice, nurse anesthesia program requires the student to meet the minimum admission requirements for graduate study of the university and the following requirements of the College of Nursing:

• One official transcript from each college or university attended
• The program enrolls only applicants who have completed a baccalaureate in nursing or master's entry degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within a regionally accredited university.
• A preferred minimum undergraduate BSN GPA of 3.0
• Satisfactory performance on Test of Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores where English is not the first language. Students on foreign student visas must present evidence of professional standing in their respective countries.
• Acceptable score on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) within past five years (Preferred Combined V&Q at least 300 and analytical score at least 4)
• Current non-restricted license to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in order to apply (Must have current non-restricted license to practice as a RN in North Carolina upon admission to the program)
• Must have one year adult critical care experience as a RN
• Current ACLS Certification required for application and PALS Certification required prior to admission
• A statement describing the applicant's interest in graduate study, career goals and the DNP degree's relationship to those goals
• Four professional references (two on forms provided in nurse anesthesia addendum packet)
• Completion of a supplemental nurse anesthesia admissions addendum packet
• Courses in physiology and chemistry (general chemistry, biochemistry and/or organic/biochemistry required) within five years are highly recommended
• A personal interview with a member of the Nurse Anesthesia Admissions Committee
• A course in statistics with a grade of "C" or higher
• Current CCRN Certification (preferred)

Selection Criteria

Total enrollment of anesthesia students is limited. The admission of each class will be based on the "best qualified" as determined by the Admissions Committee. Selection will be based upon the following criteria.

Program Overview

The College of Nursing at East Carolina University offers various programs, including undergraduate and graduate degrees. The Nurse Anesthesia Program is part of the graduate offerings, which also include MSN, DNP, PhD, and other specialized programs. The college is committed to providing high-quality education and preparing students for successful careers in nursing.

Additional Information

For more detailed information about the program, including curriculum, expenses, and faculty, it is advisable to refer to the official program documentation or the university's website.