Master of Healthcare Administration
UCLA Fielding School of Public Health
The online MHA program equips graduates with the specific knowledge and skills that are in highest demand for administrative roles in healthcare, preparing them to build talented teams, manage operations, and guide analytical decision-making. Students learn to implement effective, value-based care strategies that are guided by both data and compassion.
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Curriculum
The online MHA is a 66-unit program designed to be completed in two years, with each year consisting of four 10-week terms. Full-time students will follow the progression of courses laid out below. Part-time students may take one course at a time. You must complete all requirements for one term before advancing to the next. For example, a student must pass both Term 1 courses before enrolling in the courses for Term 2. The capstone lasts one quarter and is completed during Term 7.
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Program Faculty
View a list of faculty in the MHA program.
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Career Outcomes
Graduates work in a variety of healthcare administration settings. Examples of positions include:
- Management consultant
- Hospital administrator
- Financial analyst
- Quality improvement manager
- Project manager
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Tuition & Fees
For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office.
Please see the cost and aid section of our website for information on awards, scholarships, training opportunities, employment, summer internship funding, and need-based aid. Please note that opportunities listed under 'Summer Internship Funding' are only applicable to MPH students.
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Admissions
Desired Qualifications
In addition to meeting the University’s minimum requirements, prior work experience in community health or health education is strongly considered in the evaluation of applicants for admission.
Admissions Process
Visit the application guide to learn about our admissions process.
Application Guide
Please note:
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This information is intended as an overview, and should be used as a guide only. Requirements, course offerings and other elements may change, and this overview may not list all details of the program.
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Admission requirements listed are departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division.
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Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office.