These figures reflect the estimated costs of attendance for the 2026-2027 school year. All figures are subject to change for the 2027-2028 school year. The Nurse Anesthesia program is a three-year program. These lists are not exclusive.
PROGRAM FEES
| 2026-2027 Fee Type | Arkansas Residents | Arkansas Non-Residents |
| TUITION per year (charged in three increments yearly, for fall, spring, and summer semesters) | $30,000 | $48,000 |
| Textbooks (first year only) | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Lab coat and clinical equipment (first year and as needed) | $200 | $200 |
| Background check and drug screen (yearly) | $95 | $95 |
| Simulation Fee ($90 per semester: fall, spring, and summer) | $270 | $270 |
| Graduate Program fee ($166 for fall and spring semesters) | $332 | $332 |
| AANA/NBCRNA Dual Enrollment Fee** (first year only) | $300 | $300 |
| AANA Anesthesia Student Liability Insurance (yearly) | $275 | $275 |
| SEE Exam Fee** (during second and third years) | $285 | $285 |
| Anesthesia Review Course Fee** (first year only) | $692.73 | $692.73 |
| NBCRNA NCE (National Certification Exam) — taken at end of program | $1,285 | $1,285 |
** These fees are bundled together and charged to the student as “CRNA Progression Fee” at the beginning of each fall semester.
NOTE that students are required to maintain their BLS, ACLS, and PALS renewals each year, and must also maintain their RN licensure. These fees are not included here. Students will also need a laptop, which may be an additional expense.
UNIVERSITY FEES
| 2026-2027 Fee Type | Arkansas Residents | Arkansas Non-Residents |
| UAMS Student Transportation Fee ($78 for fall and spring semesters, $39 for summer) | $195 | $195 |
| UAMS Student Health Fee ($145 for fall and spring semesters) | $290 | $290 |
| UAMS Student Activity Fee | $50 | $50 |
| UAMS Technology Fee | $248 | $248 |
| University Services Fee ($500 for fall and spring semesters) | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| UAMS Graduation Fee (third year only) | $70 | $70 |