Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration (Online)
Ë®¹ûÅÉ’s online Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration program prepares students to pursue job opportunities in a wide variety of career options in this growing and popular field. The online program gives you the flexibility to study at your own pace at a place of your choosing while learning from faculty who are highly experienced in the field.
This program is also available in a hybrid format with courses primarily offered fully online and some evening courses via Zoom or on campus.
- Program Length:
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2 or 4 Years
- Course Length:
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7 Weeks
- Tuition:
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$675 Per Credit
- Study Format:
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Online
- Credit Hours:
- 120
- Tuition Discount Available
Career Outlook
• Tuition discount available; ask for details
Fast-Growing Profession
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow 23 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations. Ë®¹ûÅÉ 62,100 openings for medical and health services managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
High Wages
The median annual wage for medical and health services managers in 2024 was $117,960, according to the BLS.
Varied Job Options
- Ambulatory surgical centers
- Assisted living facilities
- Managed-care organizations
- Nursing homes
- Physician practices
- Public health centers
- Retirement centers
- Medical equipment companies
- Insurance/pharmaceutical companies
Career Support at Alvernia
Alvernia's Office of Career Development supports students and alumni in job searches and career planning. Its services include individual career advising; résumé, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile reviews; interview preparation and practice; access to career information as well as internship and job opportunities; career fairs and networking connections; and graduate school application support.
Program Overview
- Application Instructions
For admission into Alvernia’s online healthcare administration degree, you must have a 2.0 GPA or higher. To apply:- Speak to an enrollment counselor
- Complete an application
- Provide evidence of high school completion/graduation. Documentation may include high school transcript, diploma, GED scores, or equivalent. This requirement may be waived if an official college transcript is provided to validate completion of 15 credits or more from an accredited school.
- Submit official transcripts of all previous college work (if applicable)
- Submit a copy of from military (if applicable).
- Financing Your Education
There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit our Student Financial Services page for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about tuition, the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. Alvernia’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.
- Accreditation Statement
Alvernia is an accredited institution and a member of the (MSCHE). MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Online Learning at Ë®¹ûÅÉ
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Smart Ways to Save at Alvernia
Your goals matter—and affordability shouldn’t stand in the way. Alvernia offers multiple ways to make tuition manageable, including payment plans, financial aid options and tuition reimbursement programs. We guide you every step of the way.
Bringing credits with you? Alvernia offers transfer-focused scholarship options and staff ready to help you map a clear path to graduation — whether you’re transferring into a day program or completing your degree at an accelerated pace.
Apply for admission, then complete the FAFSA (school code 003233). Pennsylvania residents should file by the May 1 state grant deadline. Once your FAFSA is received, accepted and you’re registered, we’ll prepare your aid offer
Many employers and organizations partner with Alvernia to offer tuition discounts for working adults. Check whether your workplace is eligible and see how a Preferred Partner benefit can lower your tuition on select programs.
If your employer reimburses you after the semester ends, Alvernia can help you postpone tuition payment for up to 30 days after the semester—at no additional charge—so you don’t have to pay everything upfront.
Recent News
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