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Build In-Demand Leadership Skills and Drive Healthcare Change

Gain in-depth knowledge of health systems and develop the expertise to drive impactful change with Boston College’s online Master of Healthcare Administration.

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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 29% between now and 2033—and they earned a median annual wage of $110,680 in 2023.

Earn a Flexible Degree Designed for Working Professionals

Pursue your degree 100% online at a full- or part-time pace. MHA students can complete their degree in as few as 16 months.

Study a Relevant Curriculum

Our core courses include Health Policy, Healthcare Leadership, Healthcare Innovation-Based Strategy, and Analytics for Decision-Making and Critiquing Evidence. These help ensure you’re prepared to drive organizational change in the healthcare system ethically.

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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Overview

Boston College’s accredited online Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program provides you with the tools to lead and drive meaningful change in today’s dynamic healthcare environment. Our curriculum is designed to address contemporary challenges through a social justice perspective and offers customizable electives that enable you to tailor your education to your career goals. You will engage in rigorous and sustained conversations about emerging issues and develop the analytical and critical-thinking skills that allow you to impact health outcomes. 

Our flexible, 100% online program is built for working professionals and includes three annual start dates (fall, spring, and summer) as well as full- and part-time options. In as few as 16 months, you can earn a highly respected master’s degree and pursue an in-demand career in the rapidly expanding healthcare field.

Customizable Electives

These electives support careers across the health system:

Regulatory Affairs Focus in Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, and Biotechnology Industries

Electives:

  • Drug Discovery and Product Regulations (3 credits)
  • Medical Device Regulation (3 credits)
  • Product Development and Marketing (3 credits)

Healthcare Administration and Provider Organizations

Electives:

  • Health Ethics and Law (4 credits)
  • Workforce Development (4 credits)
  • Project Management (3 credits)

Administrative Management and Leadership

Electives:

  • Workforce Development (4 credits)
  • Health Ethics and Law (4 credits)
  • Product Development and Marketing (3 credits)

Online Master’s in Healthcare Administration Key Dates

Term: Spring 2025

Class Start Date:

January 13, 2025 PAST

Term: Summer 2025

Class Start Date:

May 15, 2025

Term: Fall 2025

Class Start Date:

August 25, 2025

A Legacy of Excellence

Highly regarded for its graduate programs, Boston College is consistently ranked among the top universities in the nation.

  • #37 in National Universities, U.S. News & World Report, 2025
  • Five-star rating, “Best Colleges in America,” Money, 2024
  • “New Ivies” list (private universities), Forbes, 2024

Testimonials

Read what students and alumni are saying about the program:

“There were numerous opportunities to interact with students and professors in an online program. The program did not feel online with all of the resources I had available.”

– Olivia, alum

“I already leverage the skills I’ve developed in my first two courses of the program in my day-to-day work in the military.”

– Jorge, student

“The Healthcare Administration graduate program at Boston College is the perfect blend of creative innovation rooted in emerging healthcare industry trends.”

– Kristen, alum

Why Woods College?

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 43–46 credits. Students can earn their degree in as few as 16 months. This timeline may vary depending on how many credits you take 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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