Texas Wesleyan University’s Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program in Fort Worth is a Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)-accredited pathway known for being one of the nation’s largest entry-level CRNA programs, with students spending the first year on campus before completing supervised clinical training at affiliated facilities in multiple states. The curriculum requires critical care RN experience for admission and is structured to prepare graduates for independent anesthesia practice through extensive didactic learning, simulation, and clinical case exposure.

Degree Type

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

This program prepares nurses for advanced practice roles, emphasizing holistic, relationship-centered care and integrative, evidence-informed approaches.

Program Tracks

• Post-Master’s DNP: Designed for advanced practice registered nurses seeking a terminal degree to enhance their clinical expertise and leadership skills.
• BSN to DNP – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Focus: Prepares registered nurses with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing to become Family Nurse Practitioners, providing comprehensive primary care across the lifespan.

Program Length

• Post-Master’s DNP: Can be completed in as little as two years.
• BSN to DNP – FNP Focus: Duration varies based on individual progression plans.

Credit Hours

• Post-Master’s DNP: 35 credit hours.
• BSN to DNP – FNP Focus: Specific credit hours are outlined in the program’s degree plan.

Starting Month

August

Orientation and foundational courses typically begin in late August.

Application Deadlines

• Priority Application Deadline: May 15
• Final Application Deadline: June 15

Program Requirements

• Educational Background:
  • For Post-Master’s DNP: A master’s degree with a major in nursing from a program accredited by a federally recognized nursing education accrediting body.
  • For BSN to DNP – FNP Focus: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.
• Licensure:
  • Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the United States.
• Experience:
  • Relevant clinical nursing experience is preferred.
• Academic Performance:
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in upper-level major courses and 2.8 overall.
• Prerequisite Coursework:
  • Successful completion with grades of “B” or higher in undergraduate basic statistics and research courses.

Additional Program Features

• Online Classes: Courses are delivered online, providing flexibility for working professionals.
• Holistic Care Approach: Emphasizes treating the whole patient through relationship-centered care.
• Accreditation: The DNP program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Contact

Graduate Admissions Office:

Phone: (817) 531-4930

Email: graduate@txwes.edu

Address: Texas Wesleyan University, 1201 Wesleyan Street, Fort Worth, TX 76105