Medical College of Wisconsin Master of Science in Anesthesia (MSA) Program
Enter a Student. Emerge an Anesthesia Professional.
The Master of Science in Anesthesia (MSA) Program provides high quality education through challenging curriculum and comprehensive clinical teaching. We prepare safe and competent providers for the surgical patient.
MCW's MSA program is the first in the state, and one of only 20 nationwide, to train anesthesiologist assistants, who will work under the direction of leading physician anesthesiologists after graduation. Our curriculum immerses students in all areas of anesthesia knowledge throughout the 28-month program, transforming you into an expert clinician. Based at MCW's Milwaukee campus, the MSA program at MCW teaches to the highest level of professionalism. As part of MCW's Department of Anesthesiology, our students learn at top academic medical centers.
Featured Voices
“My journey in the MCW MSA Program has proven to be both demanding and highly fulfilling. Transitioning from a non-medical career, I’ve had the opportunity to bring a unique perspective and skillset, which my training has further enhanced as I prepare to venture out in my future role as a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant.”
Victor Velazquez
Class of 2024
“The MCW MSA program has been a transformative experience, offering personalized mentoring and unparalleled support that sets it apart. Learning from dedicated anesthesia professionals and gaining exceptional clinical training has made transitioning from my undergraduate studies while working at Froedtert Hospital to its academic counterpart, MCW, a unique opportunity to experience.”
Rania Alzubeidi
Class of 2025
"My experience in the MSA program at MCW has been both transformative and inspiring, even as I navigate my second semester. The rigorous curriculum and early exposure to clinical training have introduced me to the foundations of Anesthesia while pushing me to grow both personally and professionally. I’m grateful for the supportive environment here, and excited to continue building the skills necessary to provide exceptional care as a future Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant.”
Yu Li
Class of 2026
How We Learn
How our students learn through our curriculum, simulation and clinical learning.
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Admissions
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Focused on Your Success
Prepared
The Master of Science in Anesthesia Program provides high quality education through challenging curriculum and comprehensive clinical teaching. We prepare safe and competent providers for the surgical patient.
Competent
As part of the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Department of Anesthesiology, our students learn at top academic medical centers, including Froedtert Hospital and Children’s Wisconsin. Froedtert Hospital is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in eastern Wisconsin, and Children's Wisconsin has been ranked among the best in the nation in nine specialties. Learning alongside residents, our students will experience caring for the most challenging patients, found only in an academic medical setting.
Professional
The Master of Science in Anesthesia program at MCW teaches to the highest level of professionalism. You will learn what employers expect of you as a certified Anesthesiologist Assistant. No other program provides more dedicated professionalism coursework to prepare you for the transition from student to practitioner.
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Become a Clinical Partner
MSA clinical learning takes place in a variety of hospital and ambulatory settings, both on-campus and in our community. Becoming a clinical partner can be an engaging experience that supports the development of Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants, anesthesia providers that support the ASA’s model of the anesthesia care team.
FAQs
We answer your most pressing questions.
Current Students
Resources for current students including the academic calendar, enrollment verification form, the MSA student handbook and MCW All student handbook.
Accreditation
MCW’s Master of Science in Anesthesia program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Contact Us
For phone inquiries and appointments, program administration can be reached Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Outside of these hours, please contact the program via email for a response within one business day.
