This page was last updated in 2022.
The University of Arizona Nurse Anesthesia Program is one of two CRNA schools in Arizona. Their program Administrator, Dr. Kristie Hoch, is very helpful with answering all the questions about the new program.
University of Arizona
CRNA Program
1305 N. Martin | PO Box 210203
Tucson, AZ 85721-0203
Phone: (520) 626-3808
Contact Information
Kristie Hoch, DNP, CRNA
Clinical Assistant Professor and Nurse Anesthesia Program Administrator
ph: (520) 626-2812
email: kristiehoch@arizona.edu
Quick Facts
CRNA Degree offered
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Program Length
36 months
Credit Hours
85 credit hours
Start Date
June
Application Deadline
September 15th. Application portal opens around July 1st and interviews will take place late November – early December. Notifications of admission occur mid-march. You will need to apply through NursingCAS.
Entire Cost of CRNA School for University of Arizona CRNA Program.
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 Tuition: $102,429
*This includes the cost of books and miscellaneous school expenses.
Tuition Link for The University of Arizona.
Class Size
18 students.
Number of Applicants
102
When did this CRNA Program begin?
2015
CRNA Program Summary
Academic and Clinical Experience
Are you concerned that the University of Arizona College of Nursing CRNA Program won’t give you the specific experiences or training you need to be a successful CRNA? Learn what standards CRNA Programs must meet in order to be accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia (COA).
This CRNA program (as well as all others that are accredited by the COA) prepares you to take the CCNA certification exam at the conclusion of the program, allowing you to become a CRNA.
“They are a hybrid program. Their Anatomy class is fully in-person but the rest of the courses have variable amounts of in-person time. [The program director, Dr. Piotrowski, is willing to break down the requirements for each class as needed.] They do require 16 hours of in-person simulation lab the first 4 semesters, and 3 days in March of the students 2nd year for clinical skills evaluation.”
“Practice-focused doctoral programs are centered upon professional practice that is innovative and implementation of credible research findings.
The NA program blends online, face to face, and ending in May of the third year).
Students pursuing the Nurse Anesthetist specialty receive a broad foundation of educational preparation for the full-scope of anesthesia practice across the lifespan, nursing theories and nursing research methods.”
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 of Arizona College of Nursing compare to most CRNA school’s requirements.
CRNA Program Requirements
BSN
Or higher nursing degree.
RN:
Students have to have an unrestricted nursing license. If they are attending clinicals in Arizona then they need an AZ or Compact license. They do intend to try and place students in the geographic location where they reside if possible.
Critical Care:
At least one year of critical care experience – prefer more than one year
Acceptable critical care experiences may include but are not limited to:
- Adult ICU
- Pediatric Intensive Care
Those who have experience in other areas may be considered if they can demonstrate competence in managing unstable patients, invasive monitoring, ventilators and critical care pharmacology.
GPA:
at least a 3.0GPA overall and 3.0 GPA in Science courses
Minimum GRE scores:
No standardized tests required
TOEFL Requirements:
Submit a minimum TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 550 paper based (PB), 79 internet based (iBT) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) composite score of 7 (no subject area below a 6).
Certifications: Must be completed when submitting an application
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- CCRN
CRNA Educational Requirements
A graduate statistics course must have been completed within the past five years.
Shadow experience with a CRNA or anesthesiologist is not required but will make the applicant stronger at the interview.
University of Arizona CRNA Program
CRNA School Performance
This is a brand we are excited to see how their students perform throughout the next few years.
Accredited CRNA Programs are reviewed regularly.
University of Arizona College of Nursing Nurse Anesthetist Program was given its initial accreditation 01/2015. It will be reviewed again 10/2020.
Pass Rate for CRNA Boards at University of Arizona College of Nursing
Please note: It is extremely rare for a student at any CRNA school to not eventually pass the exam. Most students who don’t pass the first time pass the second. Very rarely does a person ever take it a third time. This statistic only measures how well the program prepares students to pass the test the first time around.
First-time test takers: 100% (2020)
National average (2019): 84.8%
Attrition Rate: 0.% (2020)
CRNA Employment Rate: 100% (2020)
CRNA Salaries
An average nurse anesthetist salary in Arizona.
Arizona CRNA salaries are lower than the U.S. average with an annual mean wage of 144,530.
An average annual nurse anesthetist salary in the US is $181,040 (according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics 2019 study)
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes your program unique?
Our DNP-NA program is housed in a top tier College of Nursing; hybrid courses; a variety of clinical sites will work with students to find placement at their home of record.
How many hours should I expect to be engaged in the program each week?
You should expect to spend up to 60 hours per week dedicated to fulfilling clinic responsibilities, attending classes, and studying.
Can I work while I’m in the program?
There is the potential to work part-time the first year only, provided the student maintains a 3.0 GPA.
Salaries pulled from Bureau of Labor Statistics
All information given on this site about University of Arizona College of Nursing Nurse Anesthetist Program was taken directly from their website or from the program director.
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