The University of Tulsa’s Nurse Anesthesia Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program is a Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)-accredited pathway that prepares registered nurses for advanced anesthesia practice through a structured curriculum blending didactic coursework with supervised clinical experiences in the Tulsa area. As the first and only nurse anesthesia program based in Oklahoma, it has graduated CRNAs who are helping meet statewide anesthesia workforce needs, and its admissions typically require critical care experience and an active RN license.

Degree Type

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

The DNP program at the University of Tulsa is designed to prepare registered nurses for advanced clinical practice, leadership, and scholarly work in a variety of healthcare settings. The curriculum emphasizes evidence-based practice, advanced clinical skills, and healthcare policy, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to improve patient outcomes and drive healthcare innovations.

Program Length

• Duration: Approximately 3-4 years, full-time.

Credit Hours

• Total Credit Hours: Approximately 80-90 credits.

Starting Month

August

The program typically begins in August each academic year.

Application Deadlines

Application Period: Applications for the upcoming cohort are accepted until May 31, 2025.

Program Requirements

• Educational Background:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an equivalent baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Licensure:
  • Unencumbered RN license, with eligibility for advanced practice nursing licensure.
• Experience:
  • Clinical nursing experience is required; specific hours may be mandated by the program.
• Academic Performance:
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, with preference for higher science GPA.
• Certifications:
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
• Prerequisite Coursework:
  • Courses in anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and statistics with a grade of ‘B’ or better, completed within a specified time frame.

Additional Program Features

• Accreditation: The DNP program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Clinical Experience: Students participate in a variety of clinical placements throughout Tulsa and the surrounding region to gain diverse, hands-on experience.
• Simulation Training: The program utilizes advanced simulation labs to enhance clinical skills and decision-making.

Contact

University of Tulsa – College of Health Sciences and Wellness

Address: 800 South Tucker Drive, Tulsa, OK 74104

Phone: (918) 631-8000

Email: admissions@utulsa.edu