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Master of Anesthesia
University of New Mexico - Albuquerque
- Albuquerque, United States
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
The programme prepares entry-level anesthesiologist assistants in knowledge, Hands-on skills and professional behaviour.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Anesthesia to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Seven-semester sequence: anatomy
- Physiology and airway management. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Certified anesthesiologist assistant (NCCAA certification)
Curriculum
- Seven-semester sequence: anatomy
- Physiology and airway management
- Then pharmacology
- Monitoring and anesthesia labs
- Ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia and extensive hospital clinical rotations
- Ending with a final review course
- Clinical hour minimums rise across the programme.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree from a recognised institution (3.0 US GPA for the Amigo Scholarship)
- Each graduate department sets its own requirements such as GPA
- Test scores
- Statement and references
- English proficiency required.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree from a recognised institution (3.0 US GPA for the Amigo Scholarship), Program-specific requirements set by each graduate department
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
How to apply
- Review the graduate programme and scholarship or assistantship options and its department deadline (Fall 2027 priority 2027-03-01
- final 2027-05-01). Apply online to UNM and pay the 70 USD fee. Submit official English proficiency scores if needed. The graduate department reviews the application. Receive the admission decision and any assistantship or scholarship offer. Accept and submit financial and academic documents showing first-year funding. Receive the I-20 and attend the visa appointment. Arrange travel and housing and arrive on campus.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $25,132 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $70 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Health Sciences Center |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Medicine |
| Department | Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 116 |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | International Amigo Scholarship may enable qualified international graduate students to pay resident-rate tuition. Graduate scholarships are competitive; departmental nomination or programme-specific requirements can apply. Award is not automatic or guaranteed. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left
Frequently asked questions
The next deadline is 1 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $25,132 USD per year. The application fee is $70 USD. The estimated living cost is $16,838 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5. An interview is required.

