We teach an applied Chemistry and Physics of Anesthesia in the curriculum. Applicant numbers are very difficult to quantitate because of our rolling admissions and part-time option. Everyone that submits an application may not meet our admission standards and be granted an interview. The variation in applicant numbers nationally fluctuates with the employment market. At this time the job market is very good for CRNAs and we have a large applicant pool.
Early application is highly recommended.
For many years we accepted about 18-20 full time students each year. However, in the fall of 1999 we increased the number of students accepted to 25 and have increased to 28 students for 2000 and 2001. We monitor the national employment market and clinical site availability to meet case requirements and determine our class size accordingly. If you are admitted to the program and reside locally or move to the area the term before the full time curriculum begins, you may take non-anesthesia classes. Other core classes and electives are available and those options will be discussed with you by a faculty member after admission into the program.