Program Overview

Introduction to the Health Care Administration Program

The bachelor's degree in health care administration is a flexible, practical option for health care professionals who are looking for more fulfilling and higher paid positions. This online degree program is designed to help students earn a raise, achieve a promotion, or meet their goals while taking courses selected to complement their career path.

Program Details

College and Availability

• College: Professional Studies
• Available At: OSU Online

Degree and Specialty Area

• Degree: Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS)
• Specialty Area(s): Health Care Administration Courses

Format

The online degree in health care administration equips students with the knowledge and skills to develop their career in leading health care organizations such as hospitals, physician offices, care facilities, and other health care organizations. Course options include ethics in health care, health care issues in diverse populations, interpersonal skills, global health, and more. Classes are offered in a variety of lengths so students can balance school with their busy life.

Curriculum

The bachelor's degree in health care administration can benefit professionals in a broad variety of settings. At many organizations, advancement opportunities are tied to earning a college degree. The courses in this degree program give students a broad understanding of the health care industry, along with the interpersonal and critical thinking skills needed to manage others effectively and make informed decisions.

Admissions

Health care administration is best suited for students with some college credit earned, whether from concurrent enrollment or attending another institution. If a student has no college credit, they should discuss their options with an academic advisor.

Transfer Students

• Students should apply as a transfer student if they have attempted a minimum of 7 semester hours of college-level credit after graduation from high school.
• To understand how credits will transfer, students can consult the Transfer Credit Guide or make an appointment with an academic advisor.

Cost

With the Bachelor of Professional Studies in health care administration online degree, students can study at their own pace, whether one class per semester to full-time enrollment. Many employers offer some type of education benefit, including tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, textbook stipends, and scholarships.

Tuition Structure

• OSU offers undergrad online degree programs at a block rate tuition structure, which means students taking 12-18 hours will be charged the same block rate whether they take 12 to 18 hours in a semester.
• This structure helps students shorten the time to earn their degrees and assists with financial budgeting.

Estimated Costs

• The estimated costs are calculated based on current rates and do not include textbooks, exams, or course expenses, nor do they factor in individual transfer credits or scholarship information.
• Cost will vary if not enrolled in a fully online degree program.
• Active-duty military may qualify for resident tuition rate.
• Tuition and fees are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Cost Estimates

• Total cost per credit hour:
  • Resident: $421.40
  • Non-Resident: $938.75
• Total cost per 3-credit hour course:
  • Resident: $1,264.20
  • Non-Resident: $2,816.85
• Semester Block Rate Tuition and Fees based on 15 hours:
  • Resident: $6,321.00
  • Non-Resident: $14,081.00