MHA Online

Study on Your Schedule

We know every student faces different circumstances and challenges in their educational journey, and that’s why we offer multiple program paces. Whether you want to get to graduation day as quickly as possible or you prefer a slower pace with a more flexibility schedule, we have options for you.

Here are the MHA program paces available:

You can always change your program pace if needed. Just speak with your advisor about making the switch.

You’re in Control of Your Study Schedule & Experience

One of the benefits of completing your MHA degree online is that you can access everything you need remotely (lectures, assignments, WCU library, mobile-friendly learning tools), which means you can study from anywhere. You also have the freedom to complete your schoolwork morning, afternoon, or night, or even on the weekends. You will get reminders about your weekly deadlines, but how you complete your coursework day-to-day is up to you!

Health Administration Curriculum

To achieve the graduation requirement of 30 credits, all students must complete 30 credits of core and track courses. Core courses provide students with the specific discipline experience required for the degree. All students will complete at least 21 core course credits as detailed below. The remaining 9 credits are based on the program track the student is enrolled in. The currently available programs are:

Master of Health Administration (MHA)

• MHA - Informatics Track**
• MHA – Organizational Leadership Track
• MHA – Public Health Track
• MHA – Project Management Track

^{**Informatics Track will be available Spring 2, 2023.}  

Core Courses: 

Core Courses to be completed by all students (21 credits)

Track Courses:

Informatics Track

Track courses to be completed in the Informatics Track (9 credits)

Organizational Leadership Track

Track courses to be completed in the Organizational Leadership Track (9 credits)

Public Health Track

Track courses to be completed in the Public Health Track (9 credits)

Project Management Track

Track courses to be completed in the Project Management Track (9 credits)

Academic Calendar 

New academic terms begin, on average, every eight weeks. Please speak with your advisor for further information about your expected length of study. Review our Academic Calendar for term start and completion dates.

How Much Does The MHA - Master of Health Administration Program Cost?

We know school is a substantial commitment. At WCU, we want to equip you with all the information you need to make the right decision for your future.

Our goal is to give you a clear understanding of MHA - Master of Health Administration tuition costs so you can be well-informed as you navigate the application and enrollment process. To assist you in your decision, we provide a breakdown below of the MHA - Master of Health Administration program costs at West Coast University.

We offer several MHA - Master of Health Administration financial aid options – including scholarships, grants, and loan access – to help support you through your studies. We also offer reduced tuition rates for military personnel and their spouses.

For more information about your financial support options, visit our financial aid page.

Master of Health Administration

Tuition and Fees 

Accelerated Plus^*

Accelerated^*

Working Professional*

Admission Requirements

Applicants for the Master of Health Administration must:

1. Complete an online application for admissions.
2. Participate in an interview with a University Admissions Advisor.
3. Complete an enrollment agreement, consisting of program policies, costs, completion requirements, and other student obligations.
4. Have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a 2.7 cumulative GPA or higher.
   
   1. Applicants with an undergraduate GPA 2.00-2.69 may be considered for probationary admission after meeting the following admissions requirements:
      1. The applicant must provide a letter of intent.
      2. The applicant must be approved for admission following an interview with the Program Dean/Director.
      3. The applicant must satisfy program prerequisites. 
      4. A student admitted under the probationary admissions pathway must achieve a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on all coursework attempted over the first trimester (two terms). Students who meet this standard will be converted to a full admit status and will be subject to the standard Satisfactory Academic Progress requirement for the duration of their program.  Students failing to meet these requirements following the first trimester (two terms) will be withdrawn from the university.  
      5. Students accepted under the probationary admissions pathway will be considered regular students and eligible for Title IV, if the student otherwise qualifies for funding, for the first trimester of their program of study while completing the requirements for full admission to their program.
5. Provide official undergraduate transcripts of a baccalaureate degree prior to the end of the add/drop period of the first term.
   
   1. Applicants submitting non-U.S. or non-English transcripts will be required to have their coursework evaluated by a transcript evaluation service to determine the equivalency to a U.S. degree/course. If the transcript evaluation is unclear as to the equivalency to a U.S. degree/course, the Program Dean will evaluate transcripts to determine if a minimum of 3 academic years of undergraduate coursework has been completed for admission.
   2. Applicants submitting advanced degrees will be reviewed by the Program Dean to determine if a minimum of 3 academic years of undergraduate coursework has been completed for admission.
   3. Master of Health Administration Transfer Credit Evaluation: Only graduate level courses in which a grade of B- or better was received, taken in a program similar to the Master of Health Administration will be evaluated for transfer credit. A maximum of nine (9) credit hours will be considered for transfer and must reflect the same content and course credit as the course for which transfer credit is requested.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation students will be able to:

• Evaluate the culturally diverse health care environment.
• Develop plans within the health care environment.
• Analyze ethical and legal practices within a health care setting.
• Analyze the inter-professional relationships within a health care setting.
• Demonstrate core business knowledge to develop viable health care management solutions.
• Assess leadership models and apply selected applications to health care management practices.
• Promote innovation and entrepreneurship within a health care setting.

Ongoing Support from Our Career Services Team

At WCU, we believe in giving you the tools you need to succeed. That’s why our Career Services department offers a wealth of ongoing support for students and graduates, including professional development workshops, one-on-one guidance, help scheduling meetings with recruiters, assistance with finding job leads, and more.¹

Whether you want to brush up your resume, conduct a mock interview, or just speak to an advisor about the next steps for landing the right job, we can help. As a WCU graduate, you will be able use our career services for as long as you want.

Potential Job Opportunities

WCU’s Master of Health Administration online program helps provide the education you need to take the next step in your career, opening the door to a range of entry-level managerial opportunities. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, medical and health services managers can work in a variety of settings, including:

• Hospitals (state, local, and private)
• Offices of physicians
• Nursing and residential care facilities
• Government facilities
• Outpatient care centers²

LinkedIn Learning: A No-Cost Resource for MHA Students

Alongside our comprehensive health administration curriculum, we give our MHA students no-cost access to LinkedIn Learning, which is a valuable tool for building new professional skills. In each of your core MHA courses, you will have time dedicated to completing a LinkedIn Learning module, which will be on a topic that aligns with your main MHA coursework. You will get to choose from an extensive library of educational video content on LinkedIn.  

 Once you’re done with your module, you will earn a certificate of completion, which you can add to your LinkedIn profile for prospective employers to see. Over time, you will have the chance to build a robust ePorfolio, which can be a valuable asset for future job searches.

Meet the Dean

Justin Ako, DC, BSBA, CHEP

Dean, Health Administration (MHA/BSHA, MBA/BSBA Programs)

Dr. Justin Ako is the Dean of Health Administration at West Coast University. He was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai’i and received his bachelor’s degree from Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska with a double major in marketing and strategic management. Dr. Ako then went on to receive his doctorate from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic and most recently completed the Institute for Management and Leadership in Education program at Harvard University.

Dr. Ako has been in private practice for more than 25 years and has been a dean of multiple programs at higher education institutions. He has served as Dean of the Master of Health Administration (MHA) and Bachelor of Health Services Administration (BHSA) programs at West Coast University for the past 10 years. He also serves as the interim dean for WCU’s MBA and BSBA programs.

Dr. Ako has sat on community boards such as the board for Northridge Hospital/Dignity Health, and he works collaboratively with NGOs such as the International Federation of Red Cross/Red Crescent while serving his local community.