Applicants seeking admission to this program must meet the admission requirements for Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota Schools of Graduate and Professional Programs and for the Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia Program. Applicant must have:

1. Completed an appropriate baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution. Degrees must be completed and final transcripts must be submitted by the April 1st deadline. Appropriate degrees include the areas of nursing, biophysical, biological or behavioral sciences.
2. Overall GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or higher.
3. Current unencumbered licensure as a Professional Registered Nurse in the State of Minnesota, or eligible for reciprocity.
4. A minimum of one year of experience in a critical care setting.
5. Three completed professional reference statements (download form here).

1. One from current work supervisor
2. Two professional references

6. A completed applicant file submitted by the application deadline.
7. Successful completion of a personal interview.
8. Physical examination and record of immunizations. (Required after the student has been accepted into the program)

All students are required to have a physical examination prior to starting the program. Documented immunity to communicable disease is also required prior to the student’s involvement in hospital activities. Serum titers that are required include rubella, rubeola, varicella, hepatitis B and mumps. Vaccination will be required in non-immune students.

A TB test is also required each year. Students must have a negative TB test or have evidence that she/he has received treatment for a positive test.

These requirements meet or exceed the Standards and Guidelines set by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.

Selection Criteria

Since the class size is limited, candidates who meet the minimum admission requirement may not be selected. The admissions committee will select the most qualified applicants based on the following criteria:

1. The completed application and supporting material.
2. Previous academic performance.
3. Demonstrated success as a professional Registered Nurse in a critical care area.
4. The ability to perform all anticipated tasks relevant to the practice of Nurse Anesthesia.
5. Successful completion of the interview process demonstrating personal traits indicative of success in the program.

Note: Applicants will be screened and the most qualified individuals will be invited for an interview.

Please Note: Application materials should be sent to the attention of the Office of Admission on the Twin Cities campus.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Office of Admission - Twin Cities Campus
2500 Park Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404-4403
tc-admission@smumn.edu
Toll-free 1-866-437-2788
Fax 612-728-5121