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Nova Southeastern University (Centennial)

Centennial, CO

GRE or MCATApplies via CASAAAccredited

Admissions requirements

The published minimums. Admitted applicants usually sit above them.
Minimum GPA
3
GPA measured on
All coursework
Entrance exam
GRE or MCAT
Shadowing hours required
8

Applying

Where the application goes, and when it's due.
Application deadline
Oct 1 each year
Applies through CASAA
Yes

The program

What you're signing up for.
Institution
Nova Southeastern University
Accreditation
Accredited
Length
27 months

Cost

Published figures. Cost of living and lost income aren't in these numbers.
Tuition
$69,604 per year

Prerequisites

  • Anatomy & Physiology I & II with labs (8 hours)
  • Chemistry I & II with labs (8 hours)
  • Biochemistry (3 hours)
  • Organic Chemistry I with lab (4 hours)
  • Physics I & II with labs, calculus or trigonometry-based (8 hours)
  • English Composition or Literature (3 hours)
  • Calculus I or General Calculus (3 hours)

Notes

NSU's Colorado Regional Campus in Centennial (6881 S Yosemite St), marketed as the Denver program; the cohort begins each January. Minimum cumulative GPA is 3.0 (effective the Summer 2027 entering class), 3.2 preferred. A competitive GRE is roughly the 40th percentile or above in quantitative and verbal with 3.5 analytical writing; a competitive MCAT is 500 or higher. Estimated total program tuition is about $162,409.

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Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) — frequently asked

What GPA does Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) require?

Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) lists a minimum GPA of 3.0 (all coursework). Minimums are a floor rather than a target — competitive applicants usually sit above them, and science GPA tends to carry the most weight.

Which entrance exam does Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) accept?

Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) accepts the GRE or MCAT. Score expectations and accepted exams change between cycles, so confirm on the program's page and on CASAA before you register for a test date.

How many shadowing hours does Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) require?

At least 8 documented hours of anesthesia shadowing or observation. More than the minimum generally helps — it's also the experience your personal statement and interview draw on.

What prerequisites does Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) require?

Anatomy & Physiology I & II with labs (8 hours), Chemistry I & II with labs (8 hours), Biochemistry (3 hours), Organic Chemistry I with lab (4 hours), Physics I & II with labs, calculus or trigonometry-based (8 hours), English Composition or Literature (3 hours), Calculus I or General Calculus (3 hours). Many programs also require science coursework to have been completed within roughly the last 5–10 years, so check recency as well as completion.

How long is the Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) program?

About 27 months of full-time study. CAA programs run continuously with heavy clinical time, so most students can't work meaningfully during them.

How much does Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) cost?

Tuition at Nova Southeastern University (Centennial): $69,604 per year. Fees and living costs come on top, so budget across the full program length, not a single year.

Does Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) use CASAA?

Yes — Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) accepts applications through CASAA, the centralized anesthesiologist-assistant application service. Remember that CASAA verification takes time after you submit, so your effective deadline is earlier than the posted one.

When is the Nova Southeastern University (Centennial) application deadline?

Oct 1 each year, per the program's own site. CASAA verification takes time after you submit, so aim to submit well before it.

Other Nova Southeastern University campuses

Same institution, different location. Curriculum and admissions requirements are usually shared across campuses, but class size, clinical sites, and deadlines can differ — check each one.

Requirements change — always verify directly with the program and CASAA.