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Admission Requirements
Applications deadline: July 1. Interviews will begin in March.
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"This program has a very strong clinical emphasis
that prepares you to work in almost any type of
anesthesia setting."
Chris Westphal Class of 2004
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Applicants meeting the following criteria will be evaluated for admission to the program. |
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A baccalaureate degree in Nursing |
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Two semesters of biology & two semesters of chemistry, one semester of microbiology and one semester of college math. Physics is strongly recommended. |
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Minimum undergraduate G.P.A. of 3.0 (based on a 4.0 system) with a science GPA of 3.0. |
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Registered Nurse License to practice in the United States at the time of application. A Connecticut RN license will be required upon admission. |
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A minimum of one year experience as a RN in a critical care setting. |
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Evidence of good physical, mental and emotional health. |
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Current BCLS, ACLS & PALS Certification (must be maintained while in the program). |
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GRE Analytical Writing score of 4 or better. Composite scores will be reviewed in relation to overall application. |
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All international students whose native language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. A TOEFL composite score of 550 for the paper test or 213 for the computer-based test is strongly recommended for admission to the graduate school. |
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Application Procedure
Please submit the following directly to the:
Bridgeport Hospital Nurse Anesthesia Program
267 Grant Street
Bridgeport, CT 06610-0120
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A completed application |
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Application fee of $60.00 (non-refundable). Please make checks payable to Fairfield University and Bridgeport Hospital Nurse Anesthesia Program. |
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Current RN license |
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Official transcripts for all coursework from all universities and/or nursing program(s). |
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Three (3) professional performance evaluations including one from your current supervisor and two others from individuals who can assess your clinical expertise in an acute care setting. (Performance evaluation forms included in the application packet must be used) |
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A three (3) page double-spaced, typed paper stating your career goals and future contributions to the profession of nurse anesthesia. |
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Current Resume. |
| Applicants who have been advised that they meet the minimum requirements for admission by the Bridgeport Hospital Nurse Anesthesia program administration must complete the graduate application for Fairfield University prior to the interview process. A current immunization record must be on file in the Graduate Admissions Office |
The Fairfield University and Bridgeport Hospital Nurse Anesthesia Program does not accept transfer credits.
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Applicants Rights and Responsibilities
The applicant has the right to:
- Be treated in a respectful manner.
- Be communicated with in a truthful and timely manner.
- Have his/her application considered with the same degree of consideration as any other applicant.
- Be notified when application is incomplete and what materials need to be submitted.
The applicant has the responsibility to:
- Inform the program administration of changes in contact information, address, or Email.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Be truthful in the application and all aspects of communication.
- Provide program with material necessary to make decision for admission.
Selection Process
The Program accepts up to 14 students per academic year. Therefore, all applicants who meet minimum requirements for admission may not necessarily be selected. The Admissions committee will evaluate each applicant. Selection will be based on the following criteria:
Transcripts, G.P.A, GRE
On-site interview
References
Work Experience
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