Last updated: October 2026 | Researched and reviewed by Daniel Etheridge, CRNA
If you are considering the Baylor College of Medicine CRNA program in Houston, this article covers cost, admission requirements, deadlines, clinical sites, and outcomes.
Baylor College of Medicine runs a 36-month BSN to DNP nurse anesthesia program in the Texas Medical Center. Each year it admits 28 entry-level students, and classes start in January.
The 2026 application window has closed. The next deadline is June 1, 2027, for the class starting in January 2028.
Key Takeaways
- 36-month BSN to DNP, January start
- Next deadline: June 1, 2027
- GRE required; CCRN encouraged
- $90,000 tuition at 2026-27 rates
- 94.9% first-time pass rate (2023-2025)
Baylor College of Medicine Nurse Anesthesia Program Quick Facts:
| Degree | Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN to DNP), Nurse Anesthesia |
| Length | 36 months: 18 months didactic, 18 months clinical |
| Location | Houston, TX (Texas Medical Center) |
| Class starts | January |
| Class size | 28 BSN-DNP students a year |
| Application | Opens January 15, due June 1 |
| Cost | $90,000 tuition; $113,154 with fees (2026-27 rates) |
| ICU experience | 1 year after NCLEX; 2 years preferred |
| First-time pass rate | 94.9% (2023-2025 average) |
One of 9 CRNA Schools in Texas
Baylor College of Medicine is one of 9 accredited CRNA programs in Texas.
Baylor College of Medicine CRNA Program Overview
The program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). It started in 1968 as a School of Nurse Anesthesia at the Harris County Hospital District, which is still Baylor’s primary clinical partner.
Baylor took over administration in 1976. The program became a master’s degree in 1983 and a DNP in 2011.
The first 18 months are the didactic phase, and part of the first six months is online. BSN-DNP students must live in the Houston area for those 18 months. The last 18 months are clinical training plus synthesis courses.
Each year Baylor receives about 120 to 140 applications for its 28 BSN-DNP seats. It also admits up to 30 practicing CRNAs to a separate MS-DNP track.
Baylor College of Medicine CRNA Program Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in nursing from an accredited U.S. school (CCNE, CNEA, or ACEN)
- Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
- GRE required; scores no more than 4 years old (institution code 6052)
- At least 1 year of ICU experience as an RN after passing the NCLEX; 2 years preferred
- Organic chemistry and statistics, each with a B or better
- Eligibility for an unencumbered Texas RN license
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS
- CCRN strongly encouraged (not required)
- Two evaluation forms: your current critical care supervisor, plus an RN, CRNA, or physician
- CV, official transcripts, and a $90 application fee
Any adult ICU counts, and so do pediatric and level III or IV neonatal ICUs. Open-heart recovery units also count.
Step-down, intermediate or progressive care, PACU, OR, and ER experience usually do not.
For the most recent entering class, the average GPA was 3.59. Average GRE scores were 156 verbal, 156 quantitative, and 3.86 analytical writing.
Application Dates and Deadlines
| Application opens | January 15, 2027 |
| Application deadline | June 1, 2027 |
| Supporting documents and fee due | June 15, 2027 |
| Interviews | August (2026 dates were Aug. 11, 13, and 15) |
| Decisions | Late August |
| Class starts | January 2028 |
The 2027 dates follow Baylor’s yearly pattern of January 15 to June 1. Confirm them on the BSN-DNP admissions page before you apply.
Baylor College of Medicine CRNA Program Tuition and Cost
Baylor posts its 2026-27 direct charges by program year. The first year bills only the spring term, and the fourth year bills only the fall term.
| Program year | Tuition | Direct charges (tuition, fees, insurance) |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Spring only) | $15,000 | $22,527 |
| Year 2 | $30,000 | $44,241 |
| Year 3 | $30,000 | $44,845 |
| Year 4 (Fall only) | $15,000 | $22,853 |
| Total | $90,000 | $134,466 |
Direct charges include required student health insurance at $592 a month, which is $21,312 over the program. Without insurance, tuition and fees total $113,154.
Baylor also estimates living, books, transportation, and rotation costs separately. Source: BCM School of Health Professions tuition and fees.
Clinical Rotations and Training Sites
Clinical training fills the last 18 months. Depending on your assigned sites, you may need to live in other cities during this phase. Baylor’s listed clinical sites include:
- Ben Taub Hospital
- Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center and McNair Campus
- Houston Methodist (including Sugar Land, The Woodlands, West, and Willowbrook)
- Texas Children’s Hospital, West Campus, and Pavilion for Women
- Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
- Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
- Medical City Fort Worth and Texas Health Huguley
- University Health Robert B. Green Campus and University Hospital/The MARC
- Baptist Hospital of Southeast Texas and Christus Southeast Texas St. Elizabeth
- Covenant Health Plainview, Cogdell Memorial, and Rolling Plains Memorial
Harris Health System pays a $1,000 stipend for each month a student rotates at Ben Taub Hospital, though Baylor says the stipend is not guaranteed to continue. See the full list on the BSN-DNP curriculum page.
Pass Rates, Attrition, and Employment
| Measure (2023-2025 average) | Baylor College of Medicine |
|---|---|
| First-time pass rate | 94.9% |
| Retention | 96.3% |
| Graduation rate (3-year) | 98.6% |
| Job placement at graduation | 100% |
| Time to degree | 3 years |
Pass rate, job placement, and time to degree cover the classes graduating in 2022-23 through 2024-25. Retention and graduation rates cover the matriculating cohorts Baylor lists. Source: BCM student achievement data.
Living in Houston While Attending Baylor
BSN-DNP students must live in the Houston area for the first 18 months. During clinicals, you may need to relocate based on your assigned sites.
Baylor strongly discourages outside work. During the first year, one or two weekend shifts a month may be possible, and working during the clinical phase is described as nearly impossible.
Is the Baylor College of Medicine CRNA Program Right for You?
This program may fit you if:
- You have at least 1 year of ICU experience after the NCLEX
- You are ready to take the GRE
- You can live in Houston for 18 months
- You can apply by June 1 for a January start the following year
It may not fit if your critical care time is only in step-down, PACU, OR, or the ER.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Baylor College of Medicine CRNA program cost?
At 2026-27 rates, tuition is $90,000 across the program. Tuition plus required fees comes to $113,154. Required student health insurance ($592 a month) brings direct charges to $134,466. Living costs are extra.
When is the Baylor College of Medicine CRNA application deadline?
The application opens January 15 and is due June 1 of the year before you start. Supporting documents and the $90 fee are due June 15. The next deadline is June 1, 2027, for the class starting in January 2028.
Does Baylor College of Medicine require the GRE or CCRN?
The GRE is required for all BSN-DNP applicants, and scores must be no more than four years old. Baylor recommends scoring at or above the 50th percentile on all three sections. The CCRN is strongly encouraged but not required.
How much ICU experience does Baylor College of Medicine require?
At least one year of ICU experience as an RN after passing the NCLEX, with two years preferred. Step-down, intermediate or progressive care, PACU, OR, and ER experience usually do not count. Open-heart recovery units do.
What is the Baylor College of Medicine CRNA pass rate?
Baylor reports a 94.9% first-time pass rate on the certification exam, averaged over the 2023 to 2025 graduating classes. Job placement at graduation was 100% over the same period.
Does Baylor College of Medicine pay a clinical stipend?
Harris Health System pays a $1,000 stipend for each month a student rotates at Ben Taub Hospital. Baylor notes there is no guarantee the stipend will continue.
Next Steps
The application opens January 15, 2027. Take the GRE early, since official scores can take up to four weeks to arrive. Line up your critical care supervisor for the evaluation form.
You can compare all Texas CRNA programs on our state page, or browse programs in every state on our CRNA Schools by State page.
Contact the Program
Baylor College of Medicine, DNP Program-Nurse Anesthesia
Houston, TX
Phone: 713-798-8650
Email: crna@bcm.edu
Program page: BCM DNP Program-Nurse Anesthesia
Outcomes: Student Achievement Data