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Saint Mary's University Minnesota Nurse Anesthesiology

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Minneapolis, MN

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Admissions requirements

The published minimums. Admitted applicants usually sit above them.
Minimum GPA
3
Minimum science GPA
3
Considers last-60 GPA
No
Minimum ICU experience
12 months
GRE required
No

Applying

Where the application goes, what it asks for, and when it's due.
Application deadline
2026-10-01
Rolling admissions
No
Applies through NursingCAS
No
Application portal
direct
Letters required
3
Letters from
Professional/Academic
Letter from a CRNA
Yes
Interview format
In-Person
Interview held
Panel

The program

What you're signing up for.
Degree
DNP
DNAP offered
No
Length
36 months
Format
Hybrid
Cohort size
14
Simulation lab
No

Cost & outcomes

Published figures. Cost of living and lost income aren't in these numbers.
Tuition (total)
$70,000
Stipend available
No
Board pass rate
96%
Acceptance rate
18%

Saint Mary's University Minnesota Nurse Anesthesiology — frequently asked

What GPA does Saint Mary's University Minnesota Nurse Anesthesiology require?

Saint Mary's University Minnesota Nurse Anesthesiology lists a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and a science GPA of at least 3.0. Minimums are a floor, not a target — admitted applicants are frequently above them, so treat the stated number as the bar to clear rather than the goal.

How much ICU experience does Saint Mary's University Minnesota Nurse Anesthesiology require?

At least 12 months of critical-care experience. Most programs want that experience to be recent, in an adult ICU, and at high acuity — the unit you work in usually matters as much as the number of months.

Does Saint Mary's University Minnesota Nurse Anesthesiology require the GRE or CCRN?

On the data we have, Saint Mary's University Minnesota Nurse Anesthesiology does not require the GRE. Requirements change between cycles — confirm on the program's official page before you rely on it.

How long is the Saint Mary's University Minnesota Nurse Anesthesiology program?

About 36 months of full-time study, awarding the DNP. Nurse anesthesia programs are front-loaded and clinically intense; most discourage working during the program.

How much does Saint Mary's University Minnesota Nurse Anesthesiology cost?

Roughly $70k in total tuition on the figures we have, before fees and living costs. Because most students can't work much during the program, budget for living expenses across the full length as well.

When is the Saint Mary's University Minnesota Nurse Anesthesiology application deadline?

The deadline on file is 2026-10-01. Deadlines shift year to year — always verify the current cycle on the program's own page.

Requirements change between cycles — always confirm on the program's official page before you apply.