CRNA Programs in Nevada
Nevada is home to 2 accredited nurse anesthesia programs, spread across Henderson and Las Vegas. These programs award the DNP doctoral degree, with a published total cost in our directory of about $128K. All 2 programs carry confirmed COA accreditation review dates (shown on each card below).
CRNAs nationally average about $248,320 a year (BLS, May 2025), and the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects demand to stay strong through the decade. Accreditation is the non-negotiable: every school listed here holds current Council on Accreditation (COA) status, which is what makes you eligible for the National Certification Exam. See how to become a CRNA for the full path, or compare pay in our salary-by-state guide.
Accredited Nevada CRNA Programs
Cost and acceptance figures are estimates for comparison; accreditation review dates are sourced from the COA list current as of March 6, 2026. Always verify current details with each program.
CRNA Salary in Nevada
The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish a separate average-wage figure for nurse anesthetists in Nevada in its May 2025 data. Smaller state workforces are often suppressed in the survey to protect respondent confidentiality. As a benchmark, the national average is $248,320 per year.
CRNA pay is among the highest in advanced-practice nursing nationwide. See how Nevada's neighbors compare in our CRNA salary by state guide.
Becoming a CRNA in Nevada: Licensure & Practice
To practice in Nevada, you'll hold an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license granted through the Nevada State Board of Nursing. After you graduate from one of the COA-accredited programs above and pass the National Certification Examination (NCE), you apply to the board for authorization in the nurse anesthetist role and renew on the state's cycle.
Nevada has not opted out of the federal Medicare physician-supervision requirement, so CRNAs here most often work within an anesthesia care team that involves physician supervision or collaboration. The exact scope depends on the facility and employer. Always confirm current scope and licensure steps directly with the Nevada State Board of Nursing.
New to the field? Start with how to become a CRNA and our breakdown of CRNA vs. anesthesiologist roles.
How to Choose a CRNA Program in Nevada
With 2 accredited programs to weigh in Nevada, ranging from Roseman University of Health Sciences's listed $128,000 upward, cost and acceptance rate are the easy comparisons — but the factors that most affect your success take a little more digging. Weigh each program on:
- Accreditation status — every program here is COA-accredited; check the next review date shown on each card.
- NCE board pass rate — ask each program for its first-time National Certification Exam pass rate.
- Attrition rate — what share of admitted students complete the program (the national average is low, around 4%).
- Total cost vs. cost of living — a lower sticker price in an expensive city may cost more overall.
- Clinical sites — case variety and volume shape the quality of your training.
- Acceptance rate — build a balanced list of reach and realistic programs.
Use our side-by-side comparison tool to line up Nevada programs against each other, and the GPA calculator to gauge your competitiveness.
Getting Into a Nevada CRNA Program
Requirements here match the national standard — a BSN, an unrestricted RN license, a 3.0 GPA floor (competitive files run 3.4+), and a minimum of one year in critical care. Most committees also look for the CCRN and three professional references, and roughly half of programs require the GRE.
Before applying, you'll need an active Nevada RN license — contact the Nevada State Board of Nursing for current licensure steps and timelines. Then work backward from each program's deadline using our resources:
Frequently Asked Questions
Nevada has 2 accredited nurse anesthesia programs, located in Henderson and Las Vegas. All are accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA).
Programs in Nevada with a published cost in our directory run about $128K total; the rest list tuition as varying by residency and year. That published figure comes from Roseman University of Health Sciences at $128,000. Confirm current tuition directly with each program.
Nevada programs award the DNP degree. Both the DNP and DNAP qualify graduates to sit for the National Certification Exam and are treated interchangeably by employers.
Like all U.S. programs, Nevada schools require a BSN, an unrestricted RN license, a minimum 3.0 GPA (3.4+ competitive), and at least one year of ICU experience. Most also expect the CCRN and strong letters of recommendation. See our full CRNA school requirements guide for details.
BLS does not publish a separate Nevada wage for nurse anesthetists in its May 2025 data. The national average is $248,320 per year; see our salary-by-state guide for regional context.
Nevada has not opted out of the federal Medicare physician-supervision requirement, so CRNAs typically practice within an anesthesia care team that involves physician supervision or collaboration. Exact scope varies by facility; confirm current rules with the Nevada State Board of Nursing.
CRNA Programs in Other States
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