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The Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) is a fully online, asynchronous graduate program designed for working professionals and recent graduates. Built for career advancement and leadership development, the program prepares students for administrative and management roles across hospitals, clinics, public health organizations and healthcare enterprises. Flexible, eight-week courses allow students to focus on one topic at a time while balancing work, life and school, with stackable certificates and cross-disciplinary options to tailor the program to individual goals. Eligible undergraduate students can also get a head start by beginning MHA coursework during their bachelor’s degree, creating an accelerated pathway to graduate study. Through applied learning, industry-aligned coursework and flexible delivery, students gain the skills to lead complex organizations and drive meaningful change in healthcare systems.
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- Master’s Online
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Shape Your Future
NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.
Mentorship and Career Development
Learn from experienced healthcare leaders who serve as faculty, mentors and guest speakers. Small class sizes and personalized support help guide your leadership development, career planning and professional growth.
Industry-Informed Curriculum
Coursework is developed in collaboration with healthcare leaders to reflect real workforce needs and leadership expectations. The curriculum is aligned with national healthcare leadership models, with accreditation efforts in progress.
Applied, Experiential Learning
Learn by doing through real-world projects, internships or workplace-based experiences. Apply what you learn to current or future roles while building practical skills in healthcare operations, strategy and leadership.
Workplace-Based Projects
Apply assignments and experiential learning directly within your own organization, connecting coursework to real professional challenges.
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Tuition and Funding
NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To help you cover tuition and expenses, various departments offer graduate assistantships designed to support your academic and professional goals.
Admission Info
At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking to further their education within a supportive, welcoming community.
No matter your academic path, we're committed to making your application process straightforward and stress-free. Find the specific requirements and steps for your graduate application.
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