Master of Science in Healthcare Administration Online
Add business and leadership insight to your healthcare expertise and prepare to further influence the well-being of your community.
Program Overview
Get to know our 100% online master’s in healthcare administration online
The 100% online Master of Science in Healthcare Administration program provides the complex management acumen that will set you apart in the medical field as a confident, effective decision-maker. This program is designed for students with a working knowledge of clinical disciplines including but not limited to nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, respiratory therapy, physician assistance, etc. Engaging faculty incorporate clinical intelligence and patient safety, strategic planning, analytics and HR management into your healthcare capabilities, helping you graduate prepared to oversee operations from a business, personal, and medical perspective.
In addition to exploring healthcare informatics, capital structure and behavioral management in this healthcare administration master’s online program, you will study policy and law, evaluate ethical issues, and gain administration skills specific to the dynamic healthcare setting. Integrate your techniques and knowledge in an engaging capstone course as you prepare to enter the world of healthcare administration.
As a graduate of this online Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration program, you will be prepared to:
- Demonstrate systems thinking and in-depth understanding of the healthcare industry
- Evaluate environmental factors and operational performance impacting the management of healthcare organizations
- Analyze potential short- and long-term implications of healthcare policies, laws and operational decisions
- Demonstrate ethical strategic-leadership and decision-making skills necessary in healthcare
- Provide solutions to cost, access and quality of care problems
- Analyze data, evidence-based practice, and financial systems to ensure quality and safety in processes
- Develop strategies to recruit, train and create a positive culture to retain an effective healthcare workforce
- Demonstrate professional communication and interpersonal skills appropriate for a healthcare setting
- Demonstrate systems thinking and in-depth understanding of the healthcare industry
- Evaluate environmental factors and operational performance impacting the management of healthcare organizations
- Analyze potential short- and long-term implications of healthcare policies, laws and operational decisions
- Demonstrate ethical strategic-leadership and decision-making skills necessary in healthcare
- Provide solutions to cost, access and quality of care problems
- Analyze data, evidence-based practice, and financial systems to ensure quality and safety in processes
- Develop strategies to recruit, train and create a positive culture to retain an effective healthcare workforce
- Demonstrate professional communication and interpersonal skills appropriate for a healthcare setting
Be prepared for healthcare administration jobs, such as:
- Medical and Health Services Manager
- Nursing Home Administration
- Clinical Manager
- Health Information Manager
- Healthcare Management Analyst
- Respiratory Therapy Manager
- Quality Assurance Manager
- Risk Management Director
- Compliance Officer
- Medical and Health Services Manager
- Nursing Home Administration
- Clinical Manager
- Health Information Manager
- Healthcare Management Analyst
- Respiratory Therapy Manager
- Quality Assurance Manager
- Risk Management Director
- Compliance Officer
Other online healthcare programs also available:
Southeastern offers a variety of other programs in addition to the M.S. in Healthcare Administration online. Check out all our healthcare online degree programs.
Why choose an SE online degree?
Our experienced faculty are experts in their fields and guide you through your program with one-on-one support. Specialized curriculum emphasizes connectivity and real-world applications.
Tuition
Pay for your online master’s healthcare administration degree by the course
SE is committed to providing an outstanding education that is also affordable. Tuition is structured to give our students the best value and flexibility.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.S. in Healthcare Administration | $413 | $1,239 | $13,629 |
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. The first step in applying for financial aid is to file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). SE's Federal School Code is 003179.
Contact Us
Student Financial Aid Office425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Phone: 580-745-2186
Fax: 580-745-7469
Email: [email protected]
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Discover the convenience of our multiple start dates
At SE, we offer multiple start dates throughout the year so you never have to wait long to begin your online degree program. The chart below shows upcoming start dates, along with important deadlines, such as when your application should be submitted and when payments are due.
| 8 week courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/13/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/16/24 | 2/25/25 | 3/2/25 |
| Spring II | 3/10/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/17/25 | 4/15/25 | 5/4/25 |
| Summer I | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 4/28/25 | 6/1/25 | 6/29/25 |
| Summer II | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/16/25 | 7/3/25 | 8/10/25 |
| Fall I | 8/18/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/4/25 | 9/15/25 | 10/5/25 |
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Admissions
Follow these steps to apply to the online M.S. in Healthcare Administration
Southeastern Oklahoma State University's online M.S. in Healthcare Administration program has specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
- Online Application
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
- Work Experience in Clinical Discipline
- No GMAT or GRE
If you have any special circumstances that need further clarification, please contact us at 844-515-9100.
To meet the admission requirements for the M.S. in Healthcare Administration online program, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare related field from an accredited university with a minimum 2.50 overall GPA or minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of courses AND current CV/Resume, that must be reviewed and approved by program faculty, or
- Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare related field from an accredited university and at least six hours in a graduate program from an accredited university with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in good standing at the previous university AND current CV/Resume, that must be reviewed and approved by program faculty, or
- Bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited university with a minimum 2.50 overall GPA AND current CV/Resume AND a Letter of Intent AND two Letters of Recommendation, that must be reviewed and approved by program faculty. The Letter of Intent must address the following questions:
- What are your academic goals?
- How will earning an M.S. in Healthcare Administration (MSHA) help you reach your professional goals?
- How will you balance work and your online program?
- What is your motivation for earning your MSHA?
- Bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited university and at least six hours in a graduate program from an accredited university with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in good standing at the previous university AND current CV/Resume AND a Letter of Intent AND two Letters of Recommendation, that must be reviewed and approved by program faculty. The Letter of Intent must address the following questions:
- What are your academic goals?
- How will earning an M.S. in Healthcare Administration (MSHA) help you reach your professional goals?
- How will you balance work and your online program?
- What is your motivation for earning your MSHA?
- No GRE is required for Southeastern Oklahoma State University online M.S. in Healthcare Administration program
- There is a non-refundable $30 application fee for both domestic and international students
The M.S. in Healthcare Administration degree online at SE allows a maximum of nine credit hours that can be transferred from another program with approval from the program coordinator.
International Application and Admission Requirements: Please note, unfortunately, students with an F-1 visa are ineligible for online programs.
- Complete the application.
- Academic Records:
- Original final post-secondary transcript(s) from each college or university attended within the United States.
- Post-secondary records from outside the U.S. must be course-by-course analyzed by a NACES (www.NACES.org) educational credential evaluation service such as IERF or WES or ECE.
- English Proficiency: Internet-based TOEFL score of 79 or an IELTS Academic score of 6.5; taken within 2 years of enrollment.
- For TOEFL, have your score report sent to Southeastern (institution code: 6657).
- For IELTS, let us know your TRF number.
- You do not need TOEFL or IELTS scores if you meet one of the following:
- English is your first language from a country whose official language is English
- You have a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university
- You have a bachelor’s degree from an English speaking country
Official sealed transcripts from all previous institutions should be sent to Southeastern Oklahoma State University:
Southeastern Oklahoma State University/Registrar
425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Email: [email protected]
Courses
Preview the courses in the online master’s of healthcare administration
For the online master's in healthcare administration degree, you will complete a total of 11 courses equaling 33 credit hours.
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