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University North Florida's
Nurse Anesthetist Program

The University of North Florida is one of nine CRNA schools in Florida.


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University North Florida Nurse Anesthesia School

University North Florida
Nurse Anesthetist Program
1 UNF Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32224





Contact Information
John P McDonough, CRNA, EdD, ARNP, Director
ph: (904) 620-1422
fax: (904) 620-1832
e:John.mcdonough@unf.edu


Quick Facts

CRNA Degree (s) offered
Master of Science in Nursing

Program Length
28 months

Credit Hours
92 credits which translate to 3240 hours

Starting Month(s)
August

Application Deadline
November 15th



Entire Program Cost of CRNA School at University North Florida.

Tuition is calculated at the 2011-2012 rate. Tuition at most schools increases each academic year. Over the duration of the program, expect to pay a tuition that is 5% to 15% higher than what is shown here.

Cost of In State Tuition: $45,000
*Fees and expenses: $3,000
Grand Total: $48,000

Cost of Out of State Tuition: $99,814.48
*Fees and expenses: $1,500
Grand Total: $101,314.48

*This includes the cost of health insurance, books and supplies, test fees and miscellaneous school expenses.

University North Florida Tuition Link

Program Requirements

Looking for something specific? Find CRNA schools categorized by their unique requirements.

Some CRNA schools require much more out of their applicants than others. See how the requirements at University North Florida compare to most CRNA school’s requirements.

CRNA Program Requirements

BSN

Or a baccalaureate degree from an appropriate discipline. (A BSN is preferred)

RN:
Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Florida

Critical Care:
A minimum of one year experience as an RN in an acute care setting (several years ICU experience is most preferred and competitive).

GPA:
3.0 from undergraduate nursing major (last 60+ hours)

Minimum GRE scores:
Combined verbal and quantitative GRE score of 1000. GRE is mandatory. No exceptions.

Certifications:

  • CPR (CardioPulmonary Resuscitation)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
Course Prerequisites
  • Research
  • Statistics
  • Health Assessment

University North Florida CRNA program website

CRNA School Performance

CRNA School Rankings - U.S. News & World Report (2011)
2.5 out of 5.0. Ranked 63 out of 107 CRNA programs..

*Please note: CRNA rankings are bias and subjective. Read disclaimer about how CRNA rankings are created.*

Accredited CRNA Programs are reviewed regularly.
University North Florida Nurse Anesthetist Program was last reviewed in October, 2009.It was given the maximum of 10 years accreditation and will be reviewed again in October, 2019. This shows that the program is in full compliance with the COA’s accreditation standards.

CRNA Salaries

An average nurse anesthetist salary in Florida
Florida CRNA salaries hover right around the national average and fluctuate between $150k-175k. Starting salaries for nurse anesthetists in Florida tend to be lower than that range.

An average annual nurse anesthetist salary in the US is $163,467 (according to a 2008 study)

  • Rural average: $174,214
  • Metropolitan average: $164,148
  • Suburban average: $156,630
  • Average starting CRNA salaries range from: $110,000-$130,000.

FAQs

What How many hours should I expect to be engaged in the program each week?
Classroom, clinical time and study time average around 60 hours per week.

Can I work as an RN while I’m in the program?
Outside employment is strongly discouraged, logistically very difficult, and most likely to be incompatible with academic success.



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All information given on this site about Unv. North Florida's Nurse Anesthetist Program was taken directly from their website.

If you have any questions or comments, you may use the chat or email joy@all-crna-schools.com.

*This page is current as of 3rd October, 2011*

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