Master of Science in Anesthesia
About Our Program
Our program is only one of 20 anesthesiologist assistant programs in the country. Graduates have a 100 percent pass rate on the NCCAA certifying exam and 100 percent job placement rate. Our students benefit from leading-edge integrated didactic and clinical training that prepares them for rewarding careers in the healthcare profession.
Program Structure
Format
In-person
Typical program length
29 consecutive months
Typical course load
115 credit hours of coursework and at least 2,000 clinical hours
Program Details
Curriculum
Immerse yourself in a 29-month curriculum that builds upon foundational medical knowledge, provides hands-on practice through simulation and skills training, overlays early clinical experience and culminates in full-time clinical training that provides comprehensive experience with clincial procedural skills and anesthesia care specialties.
Admission Requirements
We are looking for MSA applicants with a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. or Canadian college or university and meet our required academic and experience criteria outlined in our admission requirements.
Applying to the program
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Costs and aid
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Virtual and On-Campus Visits
The UMKC School of Medicine offers prospective MSA students the opportunity to visit the Health Sciences Campus to learn about the MSA program curriculum and selection process. If registration becomes full or you are looking to register less than one week prior to the event, please contact the Office of Admissions at 816-235-1870 or email us.
Early Admission Program
Our MSA Scholars program offers early and guaranteed admission to current college students from select area institutions who are interested in our Anesthesiologist Assistant program. Find out if you're eligible and if you meet admission requirements.
Admission Events
What Our Students are Saying
Not only does UMKC’s Masters of Science in Anesthesia program have a strong reputation, it is affordable and close to home.
Yifu Zhu
Being able to learn from enthusiastic, well-trained AAs at affiliated hospitals during our first semester has tremendously helped accustom me to the OR environment.
Isaac Saathoff
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Student handbook (PDF)
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Meet our people
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More Information
For questions about the MSA program or the admissions process, contact the Office of Admissions.
Office of Admissions, M1-103 Address: UMKC School of Medicine 2411 Holmes Kansas City, MO 64108 Email: medicine@umkc.edu Phone: 816-235-1870