Program Overview

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Introduction to the Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law

The Master of Jurisprudence (MJ) in Health Law is a 30-credit-hour program designed for full-time, working, and busy professionals in the healthcare industry. This program is completed fully online, offering flexibility and the opportunity to engage with faculty members and peers who are leaders in the field.

Our Commitment to You

Upon graduation with an MJ in Health Law, students will possess the following knowledge, skills, and professional values:

Knowledge

• Describe the various laws and regulations that impact the healthcare industry and understand the challenges and opportunities they pose for providers, suppliers, payors, patients, and industry partners.
• Learn how to develop policies, procedures, and practices to incorporate these laws and regulations into the organization where they work.

Skills

• Integrate laws and regulations into operational policies and procedures to yield best practice and compliance in a variety of healthcare provider and industry settings.
• Analyze ways that governmental, institutional, and professional policies directly and indirectly influence the healthcare industry and advocate for change to assure equitable healthcare for all.
• Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully pass the Compliance Certification Board Certified Healthcare Compliance (CHC) certification exam (for students enrolled in the Compliance Certificate option) or other professional certifications.
• Communicate effectively in a professional and credible manner.

Professional Values

Loyola University Chicago is a Jesuit institution whose mission, vision, and values are well aligned to those of the healthcare sector. Students will be able to advocate for the changes necessary to advance social justice and equity in the healthcare system while assuring that all people have access to affordable, quality healthcare.

Curriculum

This 30-credit-hour program is offered exclusively online and can be completed in six semesters (two years, including summers). The courses are primarily asynchronous, but faculty do hold live, virtual sessions throughout the term.

Term 1

• Introduction to Legal Research and Introduction to Health Law & Policy

Term 2

• Introduction to Legal Study and Legal Writing

Term 3

• Health Care Financing & Health Care Regulation & Policy

Term 4

• Health Care Compliance & Elective

Term 5

• Electives

Term 6

• MJ Capstone/Thesis Project

Education Immersion Weekends and Networking

The Graduate and Online Programs Team annually offers an Education Immersion Weekend (EIW). EIWs offer tailored programming on a current/relevant topic of interest at the intersection of child law/compliance/health law to reinforce learning objectives, provide a venue for networking, and foster communication among students, alumni, and faculty members.

Degree Requirements

To earn the degree, students must complete 30 credits, including the completion of a final program project (capstone/thesis). All students are encouraged to attend Education Immersion Weekends at Loyola University Chicago's Water Tower Campus.

Admission

To apply for the MJ in Health Law program, students must possess a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university. The MJ program does not require an applicant to possess prior legal education (JD, LLB, etc.), and they do not need to be an attorney.

Application Deadlines

• Fall Term: August 1
• Spring Term: December 1
• Summer Term: April 1

Tuition and Fees

The School of Law and Loyola's Office of Student Financial Assistance are committed to helping students secure the necessary financial resources to make their legal education at Loyola affordable.

FAQs

What can I do with my MJ Degree?

Loyola's MJ in Health Law degree will increase knowledge and improve career opportunities in all types of healthcare organizations. The program is designed to help students develop leadership skills that will equip them to assume management positions within their organization or seek new opportunities.

Can I transfer credits from other schools?

Due to the unique nature of the online degrees, transfer credits are generally not accepted. Applicants or students seeking exceptions to this rule should request consideration of transfer credit in the application process.

What can I expect from the online course experience?

The MJ program is comprised of professionals from a variety of healthcare settings, including providers, insurers, and payors, health systems. Students join the program at various points in their career, and each student brings a unique background to the MJ program. Courses are taught by full-time faculty members at Loyola as well as leading practitioners, each experts in their fields. Each course is organized to teach key substantive areas and practical skills.