Healthcare administration involves the oversight of a healthcare facility. Among other aspects, health administration can include management of operations, budgeting, finance, scheduling, programming, and policy.
Program Highlights
FROM UNDERGRADUATE TO BHA
You’ll build foundational skills in Business Administration, then complete your degree studying Health Administration.
TWO HEALTHCARE INTERNSHIPS
You’ll complete two semester-long internships in a healthcare setting.
SAVE TIME AND MONEY
Qualifying students can earn their Masters of Health Administration in as little as 14 months instead of 18.
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How Much Will I Pay?
Total Program
Sticker Price:
$52,127
Last year
100%
of full-time freshmen students who applied
for a scholarship received one
$25,324
average grants & scholarships package
for incoming freshman students last year
Roberts' Strategic Pillars
Online, Hybrid, and In-Person Programs In Rochester, NY
ANCHORED IN CHRISTIAN FAITH
You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.
CUSTOMIZED EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS
Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.
READY TO
LEAD
You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.
FLOURISHING PEOPLE & COMMUNITIES
Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.
What Will I Learn?
You will take the required general education courses and traditional Business Administration courses such as economics, marketing, and accounting for the first 5 semesters.
The following 3 semesters, you will take Health Administration courses focusing on healthcare research, healthcare organizations, systems and management, and bioethics. You will also complete an applied research project and two semester-long practicums in a healthcare setting.
Career Outlook
Here are just a few successes our graduates have achieved:
Internships
- Rochester Regional Health systems
- University of Rochester Medical Center
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- The Highlands at Pittsford
- New York State Health Departments
Careers
- Program Administrator
- Nurse Manager
- Assistant Director of the Office of Mental Health
- Behavioral Health Consultant
- Director of Revenue Integrity
- Operations Director
Graduate Schools
- Roberts Wesleyan University
- University of Brockport
- SUNY Geneseo
- University of Buffalo
- Daemen University
Frequently Asked Questions
What is health administration?
Is a Health Administration degree worth it?
A Bachelor’s in Health Administration (BHA) from Roberts can provide you with valuable takeaways. Not only will you take traditional Business Administration courses, but you will also take courses focused on healthcare research, healthcare organizations, systems and management, and bioethics.
Infused with an applied research project and two semester-long practicums in a healthcare setting, you will leave Roberts prepared for a fulfilling and successful career in healthcare.
How much do Health Administrators make?
According to the US Bureau of Labor, the median annual wage for Medical and Health Services Managers in 2023 was $110,680. Naturally, the numbers will differ by area, business, and position.
Can I meet with a professor when I visit Roberts?
Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet individually with a professor to get an overview of the major and your individual questions answered. Our Discovery Day events typically include a Faculty & Services Expo, where you can meet your future professors.
Does Roberts Wesleyan University offer financial aid?
Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.
We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.
