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Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration
Next start:
April 2026
Format:
Online
Total Courses:
36 (180 credit hours)
Tuition:
$505 per creditLead the Future of Healthcare Operations
City University of Seattle’s Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration online program provides the skills you need to excel in a leadership position with a healthcare organization. You can complete your coursework entirely online, making it easier to balance your education with your professional and personal responsibilities. As a CityU student, create a schedule that works best for you while still getting full support and one-on-one attention from your instructors.
Healthcare is a vital service, and knowledgeable administrators are key to safe and efficient day-to-day operations. Professionals in this area have to juggle many different responsibilities at once, from meeting strict regulatory requirements to supervising diverse teams and developing and updating budgets. Whether you’re interested in overseeing general healthcare operations or have a special interest in marketing or finance, you’ll explore every aspect of healthcare management.
The healthcare industry as a whole is undergoing significant growth, totaling 1.9 million openings per year for practitioners, staff, and managers involved in management and patient care. Within the field, the demand for administrators is high. For example, the projected growth rate for medical and health services managers is much faster than the average for all occupations, with more than 60,000 job openings available per year anticipated over the next decade.
Skills You’ll Gain
The BSHA skills and responsibilities you’ll develop during this program are essential to consistent, high-quality healthcare delivery and operations. When you graduate, you’ll know how to properly manage a healthcare organization and have the confidence to motivate your staff to improve patient outcomes.
Students will explore emerging technologies, such as electronic health systems, healthcare analytics tools, and AI-supported administrative systems as they shape modern healthcare operations
- Communicate effectively with healthcare staff and stakeholders about issues such as compliance and health policy
- Develop and implement healthcare policies and procedures related to security and employee behavior
- Lead healthcare teams by creating schedules and overseeing hiring, training, and day-to-day supervision
- Use healthcare information systems to store and access patient information and analyze patterns in performance and health outcomes
- Maintain compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements for environmental safety and patient privacy
- Prepare and adhere to budgets and manage patient billing and insurance claims
- Navigate changes and trends in the American healthcare system and health administration best practices
- Operate healthcare facilities within legal and ethical guidelines
Program Highlights
Real-World Preparation
The healthcare administration bachelor’s degree program emphasizes practical skills across all areas of management, including marketing, human resources, and compliance.
Instructor-Led Courses
The instructors at CityU lead synchronous and asynchronous online courses and provide ample opportunities for personalized feedback and direct communication.
Supportive Advising
CityU’s academic and financial advisors specialize in guiding students toward success, helping them navigate every step of their educational journeys, from finding scholarships to scheduling courses.
Flexible Formats
Enrolling in an online program means you don’t have to sacrifice your career or family obligations while you study, and you can complete your coursework from anywhere as long as you have an internet-connected device.
Course Requirements
Highlighted courses below, for full course requirements please refer to the current catalogue.
Lower-Division and General Education Requirements
90 credits
College Composition I and II (10)
Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning (5)
Humanities (10)
Social Sciences (15)
Natural Sciences (15)
Undergraduate Core Requirements
10 credits
BC 301 Critical Thinking (5)
BC 306 Ethics and Leadership (5)
Healthcare Administration Core Requirements
50 credits
HL 300 Foundations of Healthcare Leadership (5)
HL 310 Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare Administration (5)
HL 320 Issues and Trends in Healthcare Administration (5)
HL 330 Health Informatics (5)
HL 340 Healthcare Admin Human Resources Management (5)
HL 400 Healthcare Administration Quality Assurance Management (5)
HL 410 Healthcare Administration Budgeting and Finance (5)
HL 420 Healthcare Planning and Evaluation (5)
HL 430 Healthcare Marketing (5)
HL 440 Healthcare Politics and Policy (5)
Upper-Division Electives
25 credits
Choose 25 credits of upper-division undergraduate level elective coursework from other fields or disciplines, including business, psychology, communications, information systems, and general education. Contact an advisor for the current list of available courses.
Capstone Course
5 credits
HL 495 Healthcare Practicum/Capstone (5)
Career Opportunities
The BSHA program prepares students for entry-level and early-career leadership roles with growth pathways into senior administrative positions in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and nonprofit providers. These are some of the most popular career paths for CityU graduates.
Job Growth
12%
per year
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the continued growth of 12 percent in the field.
Alumni Employment
74%
employed
74% of CityU alumni are employed in a field related to their degree.
Salary Growth
86%
of alumni
86% of CityU alumni saw a salary increase within two years of graduation. The average salary increase was 58%!
Career Support & Networking
Join a global network of 63,000+ CityU alumni, with graduates at leading companies worldwide. Through CityU Connect, you’ll have access to mentorship, career services, and a community dedicated to helping you advance.
Our graduates put their skills to work at leading employers across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
Where this degree can take you:
Medical and Health Services Managers
Healthcare managers create and implement policies and procedures for departments and facilities involved in patient care and public health. They’re generally responsible for hiring and managing staff, monitoring compliance with state and federal regulations, and developing and reviewing reports and budgets. They also lead and attend meetings with governing boards and internal staff and oversee risk management processes.
Median Salary
$117,960
Projected Job Openings
62,100 annually
Administrative Services and Facilities Managers
Facilities and services managers are responsible for maintaining compliance with environmental and health standards. They use critical thinking and project management skills to identify flaws in existing systems and find ways to improve operational efficiency and employee performance. In addition, they ensure staff have access to the tools and resources they need and oversee maintenance plans and schedules to keep healthcare equipment safe and functional.
Median Salary
$106,880
Projected Job Openings
36,400 annually
Health Information Technologists
Health information specialists and managers organize and manage healthcare information. They design and implement electronic systems for storing and retrieving patient data. To achieve consistency throughout healthcare operations, they train staff to use information systems without violating patient privacy laws. They also generate and analyze reports for research and program evaluation purposes.
Median Salary
$67,310
Projected Job Openings
3,200 annually
Salary and job openings data sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024. Figures reflect national median annual wages at that date and projected annual job openings from 2024-2034, averaged by year.
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Next start date:
April 2026
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Personalized Support From Enrollment to Graduation
CityU believes in supporting students from application to graduation — and everything in between. Our multi-level advising model covers enrollment, academic, and financial concerns. Our advisors share vital information, empowering you to balance your academics and everyday life. We provide tutoring services, online tools, and accessible instructors to create an environment where you feel comfortable asking for help the moment you have questions or encounter challenges during your degree program.
Tuition & Financial Aid
To keep tuition affordable and make education accessible to all students, CityU offers competitive rates and a variety of financial aid opportunities. We also accept transfer credits from accredited institutions and through the Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) program, which can shorten your program length and reduce the total cost of your tuition.
With a total of 180 credits at a cost of $505 per credit hour, the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration program is an investment in your future career. By the time you graduate, you’ll develop the skills you need to become an administrator in a healthcare environment, with the potential for additional advancement and higher earnings as you gain experience.
Our financial aid advisors can help you navigate potential scholarship programs, military tuition benefits, VA benefits, and military partnership programs. They’ll offer insights on alternative sources of funding, such as tuition assistance through your employer if you’re currently working. Reach out to the financial aid team at [email protected] to talk about your options.
Tuiton Estimator
Our tuition calculator can help estimate your tuition for this program, including scholarships and financial aid.
Ways to Save on Tuition
You may reduce the cost of your program with these options.
Financial Aid
Complete the FAFSA to find out if you qualify for federal student aid, including loans and grants. Many students use these financial aid opportunities to cover a significant portion of their program costs.
School code: 013022
Military Tuition Benefits
CityU supports veterans and active-duty service members pursuing degrees. We accept military tuition benefits, VA benefits, and military partnership programs to help reduce costs for those who have served.
Transfer Credit Options
You can transfer up to 12 graduate credits from accredited programs toward your requirements. This reduces both the time to complete your degree and your overall tuition expenses.
Scholarship Opportunities
CityU offers a variety of scholarships to help make education more accessible.
Life at CityU: Student Perspectives
Many students at CityU have to simultaneously keep up with their careers, families, and classes. That’s why our BSHA program focuses on flexible, high-impact learning experiences. Our instructor-led and hybrid courses allow for face-to-face interactions despite any distance between your study space and our campus, making it easy to get instant feedback, ask questions, and have in-depth discussions about the material.
During your virtual class sessions, you’ll get to know your instructors and classmates, not just your computer screen. This active and engaging online environment allows you to build lasting relationships and grow a support network you’ll carry through your professional career.
Your Next Steps
Ready to take the next step in your healthcare career? We’ve created a streamlined process to make it as easy as possible for you to apply and enroll in the BSHA program.
Review Requirements and Prepare Documents
Admission requirements
- Confirm you meet the undergraduate admission requirements at CityU.
- Look back at any past undergraduate work you’ve completed to determine if you may have transfer credits.
- Gather required documents, such as official transcripts.
Submit Your Application
Complete our online application
- $0 application fee
- Takes less than 10 minutes
- Rolling admissions—apply anytime
Connect With Your Advisor
- Talk to your enrollment advisor about your educational background
- Confirm the admissions office has received your transcripts
- Get answers to all your questions about CityU’s BSHA curriculum.
Make a Financial Plan
Explore financial aid options with your advisor and determine whether your district offers funding support for your certification program.
Decide how you’ll pay your tuition and set up a payment plan, if needed.
Get Enrolled
- Choose a start date on the academic calendar
- Ask your advisor how to register
- Sign up for your first semester of classes
FAQs
- Integrates healthcare leadership and business strategy
- Emphasizes regulatory fluency and ethical decision-making
- Incorporates digital health and informatics perspectives
- Designed for working professionals
- Strong advising and personalized support
A Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration is an undergraduate degree focused on leadership skills for healthcare environments. It prepares students to work in management and administrative roles and covers subjects related to healthcare finance, leadership, and operations.
An online healthcare administration degree is valuable for many professionals wanting to build a career in an industry with strong growth. It’s a valuable credential if you hope to work in a leadership position in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
Many full-time students complete their BSHA degrees in around four years. However, the timeframe depends on how many courses you take each semester and whether you have any transfer credits from a previous institution. For example, students with multiple transfer credits who attend summer classes often finish their programs within two to three years, while part-time students may need five years or longer to graduate.
You’ll need at least a bachelor’s degree to take on an administrative role in the healthcare industry. Look for a degree program specializing in healthcare administration and management. In addition to earning a degree, you can also complete certifications to strengthen your application for these types of positions.
A BS in Healthcare Administration prepares you for leadership and management roles in healthcare facilities, such as hospitals and clinics. Graduates of CityU’s program sometimes go on to become health services managers and nursing home administrators. Other possible career options include healthcare supervisors, healthcare facilities managers, and health information specialists.
