Master of Science in Health Care Administration

The Master of Science in Health Care Administration is designed to provide individuals with a comprehensive perspective of the health care environment. The growing complexity and rapid pace of change in the health care system have created an urgent need for professionals who have knowledge and skills in finance, management information systems, strategy and law.

Students completing the program frequently pursue employment opportunities in environments ranging from hospitals to medical practices to health insurers/buyers. While the program attracts individuals from all undergraduate disciplines, many of the students have strong clinical backgrounds and are interested in building their management skills with a focus toward their clinical expertise. This specialized business degree provides a firm foundation for the understanding of and leadership within the health care field. Please have a look at the program’s brochure.

This degree program also participates in the Health Science and Technology Academy (HSTA) tuition waiver program for West Virginia students who were part of the HSTA program.

Why get an MS in Health Care Administration Degree at Marshall University?

• Median annual salary of $104,280 for medical and health services managers*
• 32% projected job growth for medical and health services managers through 2030*
• Designed to be completed in two years
• Start in the Fall or Spring semesters.
• Virtual delivery, attend class from anywhere
• Ranked #25 among the most affordable HCA programs
• AACSB accredited meaning high-quality teaching and learning experiences

*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm (viewed online October 14, 2O21). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.

“As you know, I did a lot of my research [in HCA 695] on the opioid crisis. I now do medical sales and my product is focused on replacing opioids. I am happy to share that for 2021 I finished number 1 in the country helping over 1,800 patients have a safe alternative to manage their pain!!! I wanted to thank you for helping me find something that is changing the world. Without doing your research, I would’ve never had this drive to make a difference in the world. So thank you! I hope all is well!”

– Olivia Maynard, Class of 2020 HCA graduate