Master of Health Administration

Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, founded in 1878, is a mid-sized private university with about 8,300 students and a growing international cohort. The university’s urban campus provides convenient access to Pittsburgh’s professional sectors while maintaining a distinct campus identity and strong student support services. Duquesne blends liberal arts foundations with professionally oriented programs that emphasize ethical leadership and community engagement.

Academic offerings span business, health professions, law, nursing, music and the humanities, with an emphasis on preparing students for careers through internships and applied learning. Faculty often work closely with students on research and practicum experiences, and the university maintains partnerships with hospitals, firms and cultural institutions in the city to facilitate hands-on training and professional networking.

Life at Duquesne includes active student organizations, campus ministry and career development resources tailored to international students, including orientation, language support and visa guidance. The Pittsburgh setting offers internships, cultural activities and a growing job market for graduates. Prospective international students who want a supportive, values-driven campus with strong professional connections will find Duquesne welcoming and well positioned to foster academic growth and career readiness.

This is a Master of Health Administration (MHA) program designed for early and mid-career professionals seeking healthcare leadership roles. It is a flexible, primarily online program accredited by CAHME, offering concentrations in Health Informatics and Data Analytics, Healthcare Compliance and Risk Management, and Population Health. The program focuses on developing skills for data-driven, ethical, and community-centered healthcare organizations.

Focus areas include Health Informatics and Data Analytics, Healthcare Compliance and Risk Management, Population Health.

The program requires 42 credits distributed across 14 courses, including coursework in a chosen concentration, a capstone project, and a required three-day on-campus residency.

Graduates are prepared for immediate employment across the healthcare industry in leadership and administrative positions.

A bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 from the most recent institution is required. No GRE is needed. Applicants must submit a resume, essay, two letters of recommendation, and official transcripts. Public speaking skills are preferred, and 2-3 years of healthcare work experience is recommended. Graduates of foreign institutions must have their degrees evaluated by an educational evaluation agency.

The programme totals about 42 credit hours. Primarily online with asynchronous coursework, designed for working professionals. Includes a required three-day on-campus residency. The typical duration is 18 months. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 79% of applicants.