Master of Health Administration (MHA)

For Master of Health Administration (MHA), tuition fees are 19,167 USD per year.

The Master of Health Administration (MHA) is an online graduate program designed to prepare students for upper-level management in the healthcare industry. It focuses on developing administrators who can achieve cost-effective care through process improvement and wellness initiatives, addressing the demands of a changing healthcare landscape. Taught by experienced faculty and working professionals, the program is accredited by CAHME.

The program requires 42 credits and is structured over two years, with coursework delivered in eight-week sessions across Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters, including required internships.

Graduates assume roles such as Vice Presidents, Directors, Managers, Business Analysts, and Quality Management Specialists, advancing into leadership or transitioning into healthcare careers.

Applicants must submit undergraduate transcripts, two letters of recommendation, and a short, reflective essay detailing their desire for the degree.

The programme totals about 42 credit hours. The program is fully online, delivered in a cohort model over 24 months, with classes in eight-week sessions, designed to accommodate students working full-time or part-time. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 91% of applicants.

Life at Robert Morris centers on a close-knit campus community in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. The 230-acre campus combines a suburban setting with access to Pittsburgh, which is only minutes away. Students can take part in NCAA Division I athletics, join one of 17 club sports, or use the Student Recreation Center, UPMC Events Center, Joe Walton Stadium, and RMU Island Sports Center. The Colonials’ athletics tradition has brought fans together for more than 50 years.

Academic programs span four schools and include degrees, majors, and certificates with a professional focus. Business, nursing, cybersecurity, and engineering are among the university’s highlighted areas of strength. Courses are taught by scholar-experts with real-world experience, while facilities and regional connections support practical learning. The RISE Center provides simulation-based education for health science learners and external professionals, including human, technology-based, and online simulation. Its work covers scenario development, standardized patients, debriefing, and evaluation.

International students apply through pathways based on their study history and intended level. Options include first-time undergraduate study, undergraduate transfer, graduate, and doctoral applications for students enrolling on a student visa. Admissions and Financial Aid offices provide resources for taking the next step and making study more affordable through scholarships and institutional aid. Students interested in community engagement can connect with programs that bring businesses and local nonprofit organizations together through learning, leadership development, and regional service.