UAMS DNP-CRNA 2021

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Hello everyone,

I am a current SRNA student in the UAMS DNP-CRNA program, there's not sufficient information about this program because it is new. We are the first cohort and it might sound scary, unprepared, not-tested, and etc. Those were the exactly same thoughts I had when I applied. I applied to other schools and got accepted to a total of 5 CRNA programs (search through the forums, as I won't name the schools) and they were all great and competitive, all of them accept less than 20 students, one even 6-7 students. So what made me choose UAMS, to be exactly they care about my background and who was I, not just grades or if I can answer clinical questions. Our program is so diverse, everyone has a different story but we work well as a team. Our director (Dr. Gonzalez) and assistant director (Dr. Dunavan) are literally the best. Some feel like they are our 2nd parents of how much they care about us and want us to succeed. It makes you work that much harder to better yourself and not let them, your team, and lastly yourself down. It's a great school and I do not have any regrets.

 

I will update this as I gather new/updated information.

If anyone has any questions please ask them below, I will not answer interview questions or what they asked.

--Below some information about the UAMS DNP-CRNA Program--

 

Applications open: October 15, 2020

Application deadline: January 15, 2021

 

Interview Process: 15 - 25 minutes, mainly behavioral

Class size: 16 - 20 students (2020 class: 18 students)

Certifications: PALS, BLS, ACLS, CCRN (recommended)

GPA: minimum of 3.00 (last cumulative 60 hours)

GRE: not needed

Courses Required: Basic Statistics

References: Two Letters

 

Cost:

**In state: $66,000

**Out-state: $99,000*

*Students are able to get in-state tuition after meeting certain residency requirements

**Doesn't include additional misc costs (e.g. books, NBCRNA preparation tools, and etc)

 

Clinical Sites: 13 current (and expanding)

Locations: Arkansas (Little Rock, Conway, Pine Bluff, Fayetteville, Fort Smith and etc)

*No out-of-state clinicals, all within Arkansas

 

Website:

https://nursing.uams.edu/future-students/academics-and-admissions/DNP/doctor-nursing-practice-nurse-anesthesia/

Maybe it will be early next week? 

Specializes in MICU.
24 minutes ago, SRNA_2024 said:

Send me a private message and I’ll give you my info! 

I can’t DM on here ?

I can’t either. Let’s make a facebook page! That way we can all get connected 

OK I just made one UAMS Nursing Anesthesia 2024 cohort 

Specializes in ICU.

Hi all,

    No call for me.. pretty sad. Hoping something pulls through and I can join you all. ?

Specializes in Neuro, Surgical/Medical ICU.
7 minutes ago, CleRN said:

Hi all,

    No call for me.. pretty sad. Hoping something pulls through and I can join you all. ?

Same here... everything happens for a reason. Keep your head up and stay hopeful! ?

Specializes in CVICU/CTICU.

Has anyone else heard anything?

Specializes in CVICU/CTICU.

I just received the call! I'll be joining you all in the fall!

Specializes in ICU.

Still nothing for me. I thought they had probably made all their calls already. I wonder if there are any spots left.

Specializes in PACU/ER.
On 9/12/2020 at 1:45 PM, CHF24 said:

Hello everyone,

I am a current SRNA student in the UAMS DNP-CRNA program, there's not sufficient information about this program because it is new. We are the first cohort and it might sound scary, unprepared, not-tested, and etc. Those were the exactly same thoughts I had when I applied. I applied to other schools and got accepted to a total of 5 CRNA programs (search through the forums, as I won't name the schools) and they were all great and competitive, all of them accept less than 20 students, one even 6-7 students. So what made me choose UAMS, to be exactly they care about my background and who was I, not just grades or if I can answer clinical questions. Our program is so diverse, everyone has a different story but we work well as a team. Our director (Dr. Gonzalez) and assistant director (Dr. Dunavan) are literally the best. Some feel like they are our 2nd parents of how much they care about us and want us to succeed. It makes you work that much harder to better yourself and not let them, your team, and lastly yourself down. It's a great school and I do not have any regrets.

 

I will update this as I gather new/updated information.

If anyone has any questions please ask them below, I will not answer interview questions or what they asked.

--Below some information about the UAMS DNP-CRNA Program--

 

Applications open: October 15, 2020

Application deadline: January 15, 2021

 

Interview Process: 15 - 25 minutes, mainly behavioral

Class size: 16 - 20 students (2020 class: 18 students)

Certifications: PALS, BLS, ACLS, CCRN (recommended)

GPA: minimum of 3.00 (last cumulative 60 hours)

GRE: not needed

Courses Required: Basic Statistics

References: Two Letters

 

Cost:

**In state: $66,000

**Out-state: $99,000*

*Students are able to get in-state tuition after meeting certain residency requirements

**Doesn't include additional misc costs (e.g. books, NBCRNA preparation tools, and etc)

 

Clinical Sites: 13 current (and expanding)

Locations: Arkansas (Little Rock, Conway, Pine Bluff, Fayetteville, Fort Smith and etc)

*No out-of-state clinicals, all within Arkansas

 

Website:

https://nursing.uams.edu/future-students/academics-and-admissions/DNP/doctor-nursing-practice-nurse-anesthesia/

Thank you for putting this together. I applied this year and am hopeful to hear back with good news in the next several weeks. I hope your program is going well for you!

Specializes in Neonatal/Pediatric ICU.

Was curious if there was a forum for UAMS CRNA 2022? 

Specializes in MICU/SICU.

Hey, I applied to UAMS, but haven't heard back yet. (2022 start date)

If someone could answer these questions I would GREATLY appreciate it.

1) When will interviews be scheduled and when should we hear back?

2) What is the dress code for SRNAs?

3) During the first year, what days were you on campus? Second year?

I have been accepted into another program with an earlier start date than UAMS. I am really excited about this program, and think that's where I'll attend. However, I am interested in knowing more about UAMS.

 

 

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