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Master of Health Administration (MHA)
Overview
There is never a time when healthcare professionals are not in demand. With a Master of Health Administration (MHA), you’ll be ready to guide the growing healthcare industry into the future.
What Is the Master of Health Administration (M.H.A.)?
At Saint Joseph’s University, the MHA program is designed for healthcare professionals with considerable experience in the health delivery system who are interested in the management and administrative aspects of health organizations and the health system.
Our program, which can be completed online, on campus or a hybrid format, offers a core curriculum focusing on topics including:
- Population and status assessment
- Health policy
- Organization development
- Operations and information systems
- Legal principles
- Leadership
Get Your MHA Degree Online or On Campus
The MHA program is designed to meet the needs of both working professionals in the field who are looking to advance their careers or change paths and recent graduates looking to get ahead in their careers. You can choose to take your courses online, on campus in Philadelphia, PA, or a combination of both formats.
Our evening classes are small and designed for professionals looking to create connections with their classmates and professors. Work at your own pace by choosing one, two or three courses per term. For maximum flexibility, this program can also be completed on a part-time basis. Learn more about online learning at Saint Joseph’s University.
What Sets Our Program Apart:
The master’s in health administration curriculum is designed to provide you with the technical and behavioral competencies necessary to succeed in your career as a healthcare administrator, as defined by the National Center for Healthcare Leadership’s Health Leadership Competency Model, Version 2.
In addition to our general track, we offer a concentration in organization, development and leadership (ODL) and an option to dual enroll in our health informatics master’s program. And with frequent, dynamic interaction with industry-sourced faculty, you’ll get distinct insight into the healthcare administration marketplace and a tangible advance in your career pursuits.
Dual Degree Option: MHA/MS in Health Informatics
For those interested in pursuing an administration or managerial training degree, Saint Joseph’s offers the option to dual-enroll in our Master of Health Administration (MHA) program and our MS in health informatics programs. With just 45 credits, you can earn two master’s degrees, expanding opportunities for career advancement.
Finding Employment in the City of "Meds"
The city of Philadelphia is a unique place to pursue a graduate degree in healthcare administration. Philadelphia is known for having a high concentration of hospitals and healthcare companies. Regional employers include Highmark Blue Cross, MainLine Health, Penn Medicine, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and more. By studying health administration at Saint Joseph’s University’s Department of Food, Pharma and Healthcare, you’ll be connected to our deep network within Philadelphia’s healthcare sector.
At a Glance
| Length | 24 months |
| Start Terms | Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Format | On Campus, Online, Hybrid |
| Credits & Concentrations |
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| Full-time | 9 credits per semester |
| Part-time | 6 credits per semester |
| Tuition for 2022-2023 | $941 per credit |
| Average Class Size | 20 students or less |
| Average Work Experience | The average student in the program has seven years of work experience in the health care industry. A minimum of two years work experience is recommended to apply to the program. |
| International Student Requirements | Among other requirements, international students must score a minimum of 90 on the TOEFL in order to be admitted. |
| Jobs in Health Administration |
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| Graduate Assistantships | Graduate assistantships are offered on a limited basis. Please contact the program director for availability. |
| Discount Eligibility |
*note - discounts cannot be combined. |
| Veterans | Saint Joseph's is a yellow ribbon school that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans Services can help you access and understand your benefits. |
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