Thomas Jefferson University CRNA DNP - 2025 Applicants

Updated:   Published

What Members Are Saying (AI-Generated Summary)

Members are discussing updates on interview decisions, waitlist statuses, and strategies for obtaining multiple letters of recommendation for nursing programs. There is also mention of accreditation for a second campus and confusion about waitlist notifications for interviews.

Hi everyone!

Just wanted to start a thread for Thomas Jefferson University CRNA DNP applicants for 2025 start.  Feel free to post your timeline of application, interviews, etc.  Stats welcome too! 🙂 Good luck!!

IMPORTANT INFO added by Staff

Thomas Jefferson University DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program

Jefferson's DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program, fully accredited, prepares nurses to provide anesthesia care during surgical procedures.

This is a 36-month, nine-semester program with 92 credits. It's full-time curriculum with over 2,000 hours of clinical practice hours.

Not sure if this 36-month, nine-semester program is for you?
Request More Information

Application Process

To apply, submit your application with $75 (fee) to Jefferson.

Apply for Fall 2023

Deadlines:

  • Fall Priority: November 15
  • International Student Fall: November 15
  • Fall Application Deadline: February 15

Materials Requested

  • Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume
  • Professional License/Certification

You can submit any requested materials via your MyJefferson account or to:

Thomas Jefferson University
Application Document Processing
4201 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144

Requirements

  • Must have a BSN or MSN from accredited school.
  • Must have current RN license
  • BSN GPA of 3.2 (min)
  • Cumulative Science GPA of 3.0 (min)
  • International Students must demonstrate English language proficiency.
  • All qualified applicants will be scheduled for an interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

Need to call someone at Office of Academic Affairs? 

☎️ (215) 951-2800

Need to contact someone about the program?

✉️ [email protected]

What does it cost to attend Jefferson?

The average costs for tuition, fees, and expenses (36-month program) is around $152,000. 

Anesthesia (CRNA) Salaries 

According to U.S. Bureau Of Labor Statistics, a Nurse Anesthetists in Pennsylvania earns an annual mean wage of $203,150. The national annual mean wage for a Nurse Anesthetists is $202,470.

Where can I download a program handbook?

Jefferson-University-Nurse-Anesthesia-Program.pdf

Need more information?

Read More at DNP Nurse Anesthesia Program (jefferson.edu)

Specializes in Medical ICU.
Kkkk said:

Just heard back this morning-got waitlisted. Have you heard back yet?

Also waitlisted. 😬

Hey guys, I'm one of the people still waitlisted for an interview so I'm guessing nothing much will happen this year.

For the people that applied to multiple schools would you mind sharing how you were able to get multiple letter of Recommendations done in a timely manner because that was my issue.

Thanks in advance.

Specializes in PICU.
Jesyka Hills said:

Hey guys, I'm one of the people still waitlisted for an interview so I'm guessing nothing much will happen this year.

For the people that applied to multiple schools would you mind sharing how you were able to get multiple letter of Recommendations done in a timely manner because that was my issue.

Thanks in advance.

When I decided I was going I reached out to 5 people to vouch for me and write letters of recommendation. I told them I was applying to multiple schools ahead of time and sent them the deadlines for each school. They were well aware that I would need them at various times this year. 
 

I think that's what helped me alleviate the stress of getting a ton of Re

propofolpusherprincess said:

When I decided I was going I reached out to 5 people to vouch for me and write letters of recommendation. I told them I was applying to multiple schools ahead of time and sent them the deadlines for each school. They were well aware that I would need them at various times this year. 
 

I think that's what helped me alleviate the stress of getting a ton of Re

I really appreciate you for that information. I'll start working on that

Specializes in PICU.

Get at least 1-2 from your nursing program 

propofolpusherprincess said:

Get at least 1-2 from your nursing program 

I went to jefferson abington for nursing school and just graduated 2023 so you would think it would be no problem but they are the reason I didn't get my lor till January. That's the reason I'm looking at other options.

Specializes in PICU.

I would be ***!! Apply to a bunch of schools! Apply to cedar crest! 

propofolpusherprincess said:

I would be ***!! Apply to a bunch of schools! Apply to cedar crest! 

Ahhh you are amazing...thanks soo much...checking out that school right away

propofolpusherprincess said:

I would be ***!! Apply to a bunch of schools! Apply to cedar crest! 

Have you applied to cedar crest? How was your experience?

Has anyone heard any updates on the second campus accreditation?

Kkkk said:

Has anyone heard any updates on the second campus accreditation?

Hey! I checked COA and it still says:

"Major Programmatic Change – Decision Deferred

Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson College of Nursing Nurse Anesthesia Program, Philadelphia, PA

Additional Location

Effective October 23, 2024 unless otherwise indicated" 

https://www.coacrna.org/accreditation/accreditation-decisions-nurse-anesthesia-educational-programs/

LemonRN36 said:

Hey! I checked COA and it still says:

"Major Programmatic Change – Decision Deferred

Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson College of Nursing Nurse Anesthesia Program, Philadelphia, PA

Additional Location

Effective October 23, 2024 unless otherwise indicated" 

https://www.coacrna.org/accreditation/accreditation-decisions-nurse-anesthesia-educational-programs/

I emailed admissions and they said they're expecting a decision later this Spring. 

+ Join the Discussion