Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration Online Degree
Become a Skilled, Strategic Healthcare Leader
100% Online
Generous Transfer Credit
Two Core Focuses
Instruction From Experts
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- Duration 4 Years
- Cost per Credit $505
- Credit Hours 30-120
Program Benefits
- Flexible degree for working professionals
- Offered fully online and asynchronously
- Available part-time and full-time
- Start preparing for healthcare executive certification
- Complete an optional internship
Gain Industry-Leading Knowledge and Skills with Our BS in Healthcare Administration Degree
Adelphi University’s fully online healthcare administration degree gives you a well-rounded approach to the field, preparing you for success in multiple roles. You’ll explore comprehensive course topics from a liberal arts curriculum and then complete core courses in both healthcare and business. This unique dual focus of core coursework gives you an extensive look at leadership and management in the field. With the expertise and knowledge you gain, you can become a thorough and skillful leader ready to make a positive impact in the healthcare field.
The healthcare administration degree is also a start toward preparing for the Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) certification exam — a powerful credential that can lead to executive-level positions.
Comprehensive Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration Courses
30-120 Credits*
7.5-week Courses
Adelphi University’s online Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration is a business degree that will give you a thorough education in management and leadership principles and how to apply them in a variety of healthcare settings. The program’s major courses include core courses in business and healthcare. The business core prepares you for careers as an administrator, manager or leader of a healthcare business, organization or nonprofit. The healthcare core can lead to roles within these environments that help ensure optimal healthcare delivery to improve patient outcomes.
Business Core Courses
Review absolute value, polynomials, linear and quadratic equations, and inequalities. Learn to graph lines and inequalities. Learn how to graph polynomial and rational functions, and exponential and logarithmic functions, understand their properties, and find their roots, extrema, asymptotes, and discover their applications.
Introduces both accounting and non-accounting majors to the principles and theories of accounting, including the preparation and use of financial statements. Other topics covered: inventory costing, accounting for receivables and payables, fixed assets, payrolls, and cash flow analysis.
This course introduces both accounting and non-accounting majors to the cost information needs of management and the use of accounting information for decision-making and control. Topics include operating costs, cost behavior, budgeting, job order costs, cost-volume-profit analysis, responsibility accounting, standard costing, pricing decisions, capital budgeting and financial statement analysis.
Prerequisite 1: ACC 101
Analyze the principles of persuasive communication, both written and spoken. Examine the techniques of business report writing, Agood news@ and Abad news@ letter, and other business correspondence, learn how to give an oral presentation or speech, and examine the characteristics of non-verbal communication. Papers and oral reports required.
This course examines the nature and impact of law and ethics on the domestic and international operations of a business enterprise. The law is studied as an instrument of social change. Specific attention is paid to regulatory agencies, unions and labor relations, antitrust, consumer affairs, environmental impact, and contracts. The course also addresses the relationship of ethics to profit, social responsibility, government relations, and the role of business in society.
Prerequisite 1: MGT 262
Research and report presentation, both written and oral. Emphasis on clarity and conciseness in writing applied to business letters, memos, and short and long reports; persuasive speaking to one or many; communication skills for the work place.
This course uses lectures, case studies and class discussions to examine the foundations of international business, its fundamental forms and objectives. Major environments affecting the growth of international business are compared including legal, cultural, economic, political, financial, and technological. Finally, management actions in the international context are described and explored.
Prerequisite 1: MGT 262 (ECA 111 and ECA 112) or ECA 101
Note: Business majors are required to take ECA 111 and 112.
This senior-level course integrates and synthesizes the concepts and techniques developed in prior courses in order to construct a rational basis for developing business objectives and strategic plans. Problem identification, strategy formulation, and decision implementation issues are stressed. Business simulation, case studies, and role playing are some avenues taken to convey course content.
Learn the theory of national income determination; the goals of full employment, price stability, and economic growth. Examine alternative uses of fiscal and monetary policy, how the national economy operates, and with what consequences.
Examine the concepts and tools required to make financial decisions in a corporate setting. Study time value of money, introduction to valuation of financial securities, capital budgeting, and risk and return.
Prerequisite 1: ACC 101 and (MTH 110 or MTH 140 or MTH 141 or MTH 142). Business majors are required to take ECA 111 and ECA 112
*Must take MTH (0144)110- Precalculus for Business and Life Sciences before
Healthcare Core Courses
* A maximum of 90 transfer credits (60 for an associate degree) may be accepted, subject to approval, which will affect the final number of credit hours needed to graduate and time to degree completion. A minimum of 30 credit hours must be earned at Adelphi.
Online Healthcare Administration Degree Admissions Details
Up to 90 Transfer Credits
Test Scores Not Required
Apply now to earn your bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration online from Adelphi University. Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
| Online Application Form | Apply Now |
| Application Fee | $50 |
| Transcripts | Official transcripts from all prior institutions |
| Minimum GPA | 2.0 |
| Additional Requirements | Required |
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Adelphi University welcomes international students. Here’s more information about the admissions requirements:
| Online Application Form | Apply Now |
| Application Fee | $50 |
| Degree | Graduation from a four-year secondary school |
| Transcripts | Official transcripts from all prior institutions in both English and the original language |
| Additional Requirements | Required |
You can learn more on our international student page.
Transfer Credits
The online healthcare administration degree allows a maximum of 90 transfer credits (60 credits if credits are from an associate degree), subject to approval. A minimum of 30 credits must be taken at Adelphi. Learn more about credit for prior learning.
When to Apply
With rolling admission throughout the year, it’s never been a better time to take the next step. Apply now to earn your bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration from Adelphi University or call 855.476.7985 to learn more.
An Affordable Degree in Healthcare Administration
$15,150 – $60,600**
$505 Per Credit Hour
The online Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration program offers a convenient way to expand your business knowledge and advance your career. Our team is dedicated to answering your financial questions, and they’ll be there to assist you with financial aid, scholarship opportunities, loans and military benefits.
| Cost per credit hour | $505** |
| Total number of credit hours | 120** |
| Total estimated cost, minus fees | $15,150 – $60,600** |
| Additional fees, if applicable | $50 application fee |
** A maximum of 90 transfer credits (60 for an associate degree) may be accepted, subject to approval, which will affect the final number of credit hours needed to graduate and tuition. A minimum of 30 credit hours must be earned at Adelphi. The cost is subject to change, including additional fees.
Military Students
Your education is an investment, and at Adelphi University we’re proud to make it as affordable as possible. We now offer tuition for Veterans & Active Military (including eligible spouses and dependent children) at a discounted rate of just $250 per credit hour for undergraduate programs.
Additionally, an application fee waiver is available to all military personnel and veterans. To learn more about this and other benefits for servicemembers please visit our veterans and military resource page here.
Financial Aid Opportunities
When you apply to Adelphi University, we suggest you fill out the FAFSA® as soon as possible. Adelphi’s FAFSA® number is 002666.
In addition to FAFSA® and any financial aid Adelphi University can offer, we encourage you to search for tuition assistance from your employer, grants or scholarships. You can also speak with an Adelphi enrollment counselor at any time to explore your options by calling 855.476.7985. Find out more about financial aid.
A Healthcare Administration Degree Opens the Door to Rewarding Careers
Jobs for healthcare administrators will be in demand as the need for healthcare services grows. With a fully online bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration from Adelphi University, you can pursue some of the nation’s fastest-growing and top-paying healthcare management roles.
- Jobs for medical and health services managers in the U.S. are projected to grow 29% from 2023 to 2033.1
- This growth will lead to about 61,400 openings each year, on average, over the decade.1
- Medical and health services managers earned a median pay of $117,960 in 2024.1
A Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration can propel you toward these careers and help you prepare for the Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) certification exam — a powerful credential that can lead to executive-level positions.
Robust Career Services
As an online student, you will have access to comprehensive support through our Center for Career and Professional Development. Our team of career educators can prepare you for professional success through services like Handshake, recruitment programs and job fairs.
Salary Potential for Healthcare Administration Jobs
Medical and Health Services Managers – Government $132,6201 2024 median salary
Medical and Health Services Managers – State, Local and Private Hospitals $130,6901 2024 median salary
Medical and Health Services Managers – Outpatient Care Centers $106,9901 2024 median salary
Medical and Health Services Managers – Physicians’ Offices $100,7801 2024 median salary
Top Recognition for Adelphi University
Adelphi has been transforming lives with our unique approach to learning for more than 125 years. By welcoming students from around the globe, we’ve expanded our academic offerings and geographic reach, celebrating significant milestones and successful outcomes.
Adelphi University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and our degree programs have received considerable recognition from numerous national publications and organizations such as U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, Colleges of Distinction, Military Friendly and more:
Program Outcomes and Skills Acquired
In the online healthcare administration degree, you’ll uncover general business and healthcare leadership principles that will help you excel in a wide variety of settings. In this program, core courses in healthcare or business allow you to direct your degree toward diverse careers. The business core helps you prepare for administrative and management roles in diverse healthcare organizations across industries. The healthcare core hones your expertise in delivering quality, efficient healthcare that meets regulatory standards.
Skills You’ll Gain in the Business Core
- Economic decision making
- International business management
- Managerial finance
- Management styles
- Persuasive business communication
- Strategic planning
Skills You’ll Gain in the Healthcare Core
- Big data in healthcare
- Healthcare policymaking
- Health data analytics
- Hospital finance and budgeting
- Hospital management
- Regulatory compliance
Faculty Spotlight
ALAN COOPER, Ph.D., MBA
Clinical Associate Professor
Management Department, Robert B. Willumstad School of Business
Professor Cooper has over 35 years of experience in the healthcare industry, focusing on strategic organizational transformation with a specific emphasis on organizational development (OD), operational excellence, patient experience, change management, team building and collaboration, organizational capacity, human resources, and leadership development. His work is consistently aligned with a strong focus on achieving an organization’s strategic mission.
Dr. Cooper has collaborated with several organizations, including White Plains Hospital in New York, where he served as Chief People and Performance Officer. Prior to joining White Plains Hospital, Dr. Cooper provided consulting services across various disciplines for multiple organizations. In addition to his faculty position at Adelphi University, he also serves as the Chief Performance Officer and Vice President for Organizational Learning and Innovation at Catholic Health on Long Island.
Dr. Cooper spent the first 21 years of his career with the North Shore – LIJ Health System in New York (now Northwell Health). As Vice President for Learning and Innovation, he developed and managed the health system’s “corporate university,” the largest of its kind in healthcare, serving over 43,000 employees.
Dr. Cooper holds a Ph.D. in experimental psychology and an MBA (with distinction) from Adelphi University, along with a Master of Education from the University of Cincinnati. He also possesses several advanced certificates in leadership and management from Cornell University, the University of Notre Dame, and the University of Michigan. He is a nationally recognized speaker and has published numerous articles and book chapters. Dr. Cooper has also held roles as an Adjunct Associate Professor at the Zarb School of Business at Hofstra University, Associate Dean for Knowledge Management, and Associate Professor at the Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine
Learn From Healthcare Experts
Our faculty members are experienced practitioners in healthcare leadership and are dedicated to supporting our students and helping them grow as learners. Throughout the course of your study at Adelphi, they’ll be here to provide guidance and help with your questions, so you’ll always feel supported.
Online Study at Adelphi University
By enrolling in Adelphi University’s online programs, you’re gaining access to a team of supportive faculty and top-notch student services. Online study at Adelphi includes:
Answers to Common Questions
Explore our FAQs to learn more about the healthcare administration degree online program. Contact us for more information if your question is not included here.
Adelphi University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education {MSCHE}.
Yes, the program accepts up to 90 transfer credits (up to 60 for those entering with an associate degree). Due to the generous transfer credit policy, this degree program is ideal for those who would like to complete a bachelor’s degree.
While there are no concentrations in this program, you’ll complete core courses in healthcare and business. With this flexible structure, you’ll be able to direct your degree toward a wider variety of careers.
Work experience is not required for admission to this program.
To apply for this program, you’ll need to gather your Admissions documents and fill out your online application.
Source
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Medical and Health Services Managers.” Retrieved May 15, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/medical-and-health-services-managers.htm.