Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale)
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Program details
- Institution
- Nova Southeastern University
- Entrance exam
- GRE or MCAT
- Application deadline
- Jan 15
- Min GPA
- 3
- Shadowing hours required
- 8
- Program length
- 27 months
- Tuition (annual)
- $69,604
- Accreditation
- Accredited
- Interview format
- Personal interviews offered to most qualified applicants to assess interpersonal/communication skills, altruistic attitude, maturity, and commitment to the AA profession (format/structure not specified)
Prerequisites
- •English composition
- •Anatomy and physiology with labs
- •General chemistry I and II with labs
- •Organic chemistry I with lab
- •Biochemistry
- •General physics with lab
- •Calculus
Notes
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Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale) — frequently asked
What GPA does Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale) require?
Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale) lists a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. 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 (Fort Lauderdale) accept?
Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale) uses 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 (Fort Lauderdale) 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 (Fort Lauderdale) require?
English composition, Anatomy and physiology with labs, General chemistry I and II with labs, Organic chemistry I with lab, Biochemistry, General physics with lab, Calculus. 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 (Fort Lauderdale) 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 (Fort Lauderdale) cost?
Roughly $70k per year in tuition on the figures we have, before fees and living costs. Budget across the full program length, not a single year.
Does Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale) use CASAA?
Yes — Nova Southeastern University (Fort Lauderdale) 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 (Fort Lauderdale) application deadline?
The deadline on file is 01-15. Many programs review on a rolling basis, so applying early in the cycle usually matters more than the posted date.
Other CAA programs in Florida
Requirements change — always verify directly with the program and CASAA.