Complete in 12–24 Months
Online Master’s for Future Leaders in Healthcare
Develop strategic, ethical, and data-driven leadership skills with Boston College’s online MHA program.
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Program Highlights
Pursue a Well-Paying, In-Demand Career
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of medical and health services managers is expected to increase 23% between now and 2034—and they earned a median annual wage of $117,960 in 2024.
Earn a Flexible Degree Designed for Working Professionals
Pursue your MHA 100% online at a full- or part-time pace, and complete your degree in 12–24 months.*
*This timeline may vary depending on how many credits you take each semester.
Study a Relevant Curriculum
Our core courses include health policy, healthcare leadership, healthcare innovation-based strategy, and analytics. These help ensure you’re prepared to drive ethical organizational change in the healthcare system.
Customize Your Studies to Your Career Goals
Our combined elective courses allow you to tailor your education to support your professional development in any area of healthcare.
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Why Choose an Online MHA from Boston College?
Boston College’s accredited online Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) equips you to lead and drive change in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. The program combines a social justice perspective with customizable electives, preparing you to tackle industry challenges while aligning with your career goals. You’ll develop critical-thinking and analytical skills to improve health outcomes through rigorous, forward-looking coursework.
- 100% online and flexible—designed for working professionals
- Three start dates per year (fall, spring, summer)
- Full- or part-time options
- Complete in 12-24 months
- Earn a respected MHA for in-demand healthcare leadership roles
Customizable Electives
These electives support careers across the health system:
Regulatory Affairs Focus in Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, and Biotechnology Industries
Electives:
- Medical Device Advancement: Navigating the Regulatory Landscape (3 credits)
- AI and Emerging Technologies: Ethical Applications in Products, Services, and Marketing (3 credits)
Healthcare Administration and Provider Organizations
Electives:
- Workforce Futures: AI-Driven Transformation and Human Flourishing (3 credits)
- Execute Excellence: Project Management in Healthcare (3 credits)
Administrative Management and Leadership
Electives:
- Workforce Futures: AI-Driven Transformation and Human Flourishing (3 credits)
- AI and Emerging Technologies: Ethical Applications in Products, Services, and Marketing (3 credits)
Online Master’s in Healthcare Administration Key Dates
A Legacy of Excellence
Highly regarded for its graduate programs, Boston College is consistently ranked among the top universities in the nation.
- Best Colleges, #36, National Universities, U.S. News & World Report (2026)
- America’s Top Colleges, #54, Forbes (2026)
- Best Value Schools, #54, National Universities, U.S. News & World Report (2026)
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Benefits of Woods College’s Online MHA
As a student at Woods College of Advancing Studies, you’ll be part of a vibrant community that’s committed to fostering your success.
Adaptable
We know you’re busy, so we offer courses online in the evening and over the summer. Study full time or part time, on a schedule that works for your lifestyle.
Renowned
When it comes to your education, don’t settle for second-tier. Our programs are taught by industry-leading faculty and backed by Boston College’s 158-year tradition of excellence.
Inclusive
Our diverse community is home to students with a wide range of backgrounds and lived experiences. No matter how you got here, our caring faculty and staff are committed to helping you thrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Students in the program are required to take 12 courses for a total of 36 credits. Students can earn their degree in 12–24 months. This timeline may vary depending on how many credits are taken each semester.
Yes. Students have a variety of options to fund their education. Request more information, and an enrollment advisor will contact you to answer your questions.
Connecting with an enrollment advisor will help you:
- Understand the program admissions criteria and know whether you are eligible to apply
- Gain insight into application best practices and how to submit a strong application
- Know what to expect in your online classroom, including the level of faculty interaction, program outcomes, and more
- Have an immediate line of support for questions about the online Master of Healthcare Administration program
Prepare for Your Place in the Rapidly Growing Healthcare Administration Field
Now is the time to gain in-demand skills and advance your career in a healthcare leadership role. Apply to earn your online MHA today and join a network of more than 200,000 proud Boston College alumni around the world.
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