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Admissions

Approximately 25 DNP candidates are selected yearly for admission to the school. Admission to the school is very competitive and selection is based on academic achievement, professional nursing experience, professional and personal accomplishments, recommendations, and an interview with the Admissions Committee. Qualified individuals are eligible for admission regardless of age, race or ethnicity, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or other protected status. Applicants with disabilities will be considered on an individual basis.

Admission requirements

  • Admission is competitive; meeting all of the following admission criteria does not guarantee an interview or admission to the School.
  • GPA: GPA requirements are for compiled GPA and nursing school GPA. Science GPA minimums are desired but not required. Most applicants far exceed minimum GPA requirements.
    • A minimum compiled GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale from the last 40 semester hours/60 quarter hours of college coursework is required for admission.
    • Nursing school GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale is required for admission.
    • Science GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is desirable.
  • GRE: The GRE is not required, however for best consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit scores to the school with a minimum score of 300. Applicants with average GPAs are strongly encouraged to submit scores to the school with a competitive score above 310.
  • Current and unrestricted registered nursing license in the current state of practice
  • Current and unrestricted registered nursing license in the state of Illinois prior to matriculation
  • Minimum of two years of critical care nursing experience required prior to matriculation.
  • Current and ongoing employment in the critical care setting.
    • Acceptable critical care experience includes: ICU, MICU, SICU, CCU, CTICU, CVICU, NeuroICU and PICU.
  • College level Organic Chemistry (lecture only no lab) within the last 5 years prior to matriculation
  • Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
  • Shadow day with a CRNA
  • Test of Foreign Language (TOEFL) may be required for applicants who speak English as a second language.
  • Computer competency, Internet access, and a current e-mail account.
  • Interview with Admissions Committee.
  • Degree-seeking individuals must apply to DePaul www.depaul.edu/apply within three weeks of acceptance.
  • Physical exam, proof of immunizations, drug screen, and criminal background check is required prior to matriculation.
  • A non-refundable matriculation fee of $2000.00 is required within 3 weeks of acceptance.

Readmission

An individual who withdrew in good standing may apply for readmission.  An individual who was dismissed from the School because of failure to meet didactic requirements may also apply for readmission. An individual who was dismissed from the School because of failure to meet clinical practicum objectives will not be eligible for readmission.

Transfer Students

Because of the unique design and content of the curriculum, the School does not accept transfer students.

Transfer Credit

Transfer credit is not accepted. DePaul University may waive limited core nursing courses if they were taken at DePaul University.


Questions concerning admission to the NorthShore University HealthSystem School of Nurse Anesthesia should be sent to: anesthesiaschool@northshore.org.