University of New Mexico
This Page Was Updated with Consolidated Information from Program Website On: 10/26/2024
Campus Location
Albuquerque, NM
Degree Offered: Master of Science in Anesthesia
Cohort 2024 Statistics:
Average GPA: 3.81
Average Prerequisite GPA: 3.83
GPA (Minimum): 3.2 (and for the last 60 credit hours)
GPA (Prerequisite Mininum Cumulative): 3.2
GPA (Prerequisite Preferred Cumulative): 3.2
GRE/MCAT: Both Accepted, Scores Within 3 Years of Application
Minimum Score: 45th percentile and above for both GRE and MCAT in all categories
GRE Code: 1346
Casper Evaluation: Yes, via AcuityInsights.app
Must be completed before or on December 5th, 2024 to be considered for August 2025 cohort
Casper Evaluation Minimum Test Score: >25th percentile
Shadowing Hours: > 8 hours
Letters of Recommendation: 3
Article Summary: Not Specified
Program Length: 7 semesters
Credit Hours: 116
Application Deadline: December 17th, 2024 for August 2025 Matriculation
Program Start Month: August
Cohort Size: 15
Proposed Tuition (Total Program Cost): Tuition and Fees-Subject to Change
Resident: $98,476
Non-Resident: $125,481
Required Courses: Required within the last 7 years
Survey classes will not be accepted.
Prerequisite courses must be taken at a regionally-accredited community college or university in the United States for a letter grade.
No more than 3 outstanding prerequisite courses by December prior to matriculation
Gen. Biology-2 semesters
Biology I Lab-1 semester
Gen. Chemistry with Labs-2 semesters
Organic Chemistry I with Labs-1 semester
Gen. Physics with Labs-2 semesters
Statistics or Biostatistics-1 semester
Required within the last 5 years:
Biochemistry-1 semester-Preferred to be an Advanced/Upper Level Course
Human Anatomy & Physiology I-1 semester
Highly Preferred Courses:
Human Anatomy & Physiology II
Human Anatomy & Physiology I and II Labs
Cellular & Molecular Biology
Preferred Courses:
Biology II Lab-1 semester
Organic Chemistry II with Lab-Second Semester
English
Psychology
Public Speaking
Courses in Progress at December 17th, 2024 Deadline:
No more than 3 outstanding courses
Must be completed by June 1st of the given cohort year
Example: If the program starts August 2025, all prerequisites must be completed by June 1st, 2025.
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses Accepted:
Accepted if the applicant scored a 4 or higher on the AP exam and received at least a B or higher within the course
Foreign Graduate Admissions:
Expected to have:
Equivalent of at least two years of full-time undergraduate or graduate studies at an accredited college or university in the United States
All the same required course prerequisites
The UNM Anesthesiologist Assistant Program utilizes a holistic application review process. Overall qualities of all applicants will be reviewed and the highest consideration will be given to applicants who:
Demonstrate alignment with program mission and values
Have an excellent academic record
Have prior healthcare experience
Provide qualified and compelling personal references
Reside in New Mexico or the Southwestern United States
Have demonstrated commitment to community through service work
Have served in the United States Military
Program Websites:
University of New Mexico
Shadowing Form
Advisement Workshops
Advising Worksheet
Curriculum
Student Rotation
Please refer to program website for more information, as not all information may be listed on this page.