Application Checklist

• A completed Nurse Anesthesia Application for Admission. (Download an application to send by mail)
  Or complete and submit online.
• A nonrefundable $50.00 application fee, in the form of a check or money order made payable to Webster University. Applicants may also pay by credit card by calling the Office of Graduate & Evening Student Admissions. Webster University graduates and students reapplying for the program are exempt from paying the application fee.
• A copy of your current nursing license. Reciprocity inquiries should be directed to: Missouri State Board of Nursing, P.O. Box 656, Jefferson City, MO 65102, (573) 751-0681.
• Official transcripts from EVERY college, university, and professional school you have attended. (Note: Courses listed on one transcript as transfer credit from another institution are not considered official documentation of that coursework.) All official transcripts in a language other than English must be certified and accompanied by a literal and certified English translation. A certified translation is prepared by a professional translation service or a qualified person other than the applicant and notarized with a statement of accuracy and fluency in both languages. Webster University graduates do not need to request their Webster University transcript.
• A one-page cover letter explaining why you have chosen to pursue the nurse anesthesia field, including any relevant information you would like the Admissions Committee to know regarding your qualifications as an applicant.
• A current résumé describing professional education, experience, continuing education for the past 2 years, and any other supporting activities. Include certifications such as ACLS, BLS, and PALS.
• Three letters of reference that provide an assessment of professional performance, continuing education, character traits, and knowledge of nurse anesthesia practice. Request one assessment from a CRNA, one from an immediate supervisor, and one from a professional.
• Current ACLS and BLS certification required (with PALS certification strongly recommended).
  
• Current CCRN certification required.
  
• Any additional supporting information you wish to include, such as copies of certifications, awards, honors, and/or publications within the past 2 years.
  
• A copy of your green card if you are a U.S. permanent resident.

Webster University
Office of Admission
Nurse Anesthesia Program
470 East Lockwood Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63119-3141

NOTE:
Applications and all supporting documentation must be postmarked by November 1 for entrance in the following August.  Only qualified candidates with all completed application documentation will be considered for an interview.