Healthcare Administration

Graduate Degree

Healthcare and strategic management skills in one degree. 100% Online.

In the Master of Science in Healthcare Administration you’ll learn strategic management skills through coursework that focuses on the specialized needs of healthcare. Nearly every medical organization needs compassionate leaders who have in-depth knowledge of healthcare systems and the ability to manage in today’s dynamic and complex healthcare environments. As a graduate of the UW Healthcare Administration program, you’ll be qualified for leadership roles in a variety of healthcare settings, urban to rural.

  • Healthcare financial management
  • Technology, data analytics, and information governance
  • Strategic leadership
  • Healthcare law and policy
  • Quality and performance improvement
  • Communications and marketing
  • Human resources

Why Choose Healthcare Administration at UW-Stevens Point?

You’ll find a range of rewarding job opportunities in every area of the country and in nearly any healthcare setting—hospitals, physician’s offices, surgical centers, assisted living and skilled nursing facilities, insurance companies, veterans affairs systems, pharmaceutical companies, and medical supply vendors.

 
Jodi Olmsted

From Coursework to Real-World Impact: Understanding the Healthcare Administration Capstone Project

Professor Jodi Olmsted brings a lifetime of experience to the University of Wisconsin Master of Science in Healthcare Administration. With an extensive background in dental hygiene and consulting, Jodi teaches multiple courses in the online program, including the capstone and pre-capstone courses. Jodi is passionate about being a mentor to her students as they work to complete their projects.

Healthcare Administration

Experience UW Healthcare Administration

Learn about healthcare administration, meet the faculty, read student stories, and more.

 
Graduate Certificate

Nursing Home Administration

In the 100% online Graduate Certificate in Nursing Home Administration from the University of Wisconsin, you’ll complete courses that align with the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB) CORE Domains of Practice. Courses are entirely online—asynchronous, with zero on-campus, virtual, or in-person meeting requirements—an ideal format for busy professionals. Watch lectures, participate in online forums with your classmates, and—although assignments have deadlines—do homework whenever it’s convenient for you.

 

APPLY

To be eligible for the Master of Science in Healthcare Administration students must meet the following requirements.

Curriculum

Download the degree guide for details on admission requirements, tuition and courses.

Course Schedule

Course availability varies each fall, spring and summer. Course offerings are subject to change due to fluctuating enrollment.

Tuition

Tuition is a flat fee of $725 per credit. There are no additional course or program fees, with the exception of textbooks which are purchased separately.

Who is the program designed for?

The Master of Science in Healthcare Administration focuses on the skills required to be a successful healthcare administrator, whether your experience is in patient care, healthcare administration, or health information management, or you have professional management experience in another field. Candidates will have a desire to improve the internal functioning of a healthcare system to deliver high quality patient care and services. Courses are completed entirely online, an ideal format for busy professionals, especially those working variable shifts. You can watch lectures, participate in online forums with your classmates, and although assignments have deadlines, you can do homework whenever it’s convenient for you—all course content is accessible online from any device.

Healthcare Administration Student Joins Program to Honor Her Father and Push for Change

Britni Adams didn’t have experience working in a healthcare facility when she enrolled in the University of Wisconsin Master of Science in Healthcare Administration. Instead, her medical background is deeply personal. As a student in the 100 percent online program, Britni aims to help healthcare professionals do their best work so that patients are given the proper care and attention they need. Britni Adams didn’t have experience working in a healthcare facility when she enrolled in the University of Wisconsin Master of Science in Healthcare Administration. Instead, her medical background is deeply personal. As a student in the 100 percent online program, Britni aims to help healthcare professionals do their best work so that patients are given the proper care and attention they need.

 

By the Numbers

3
Credits
100
%
Online
$
725
Cost per Credit

Universities of Wisconsin Collaboration

The Master of Science in Healthcare Administration is a partnership of UW-La Crosse, UW-Parkside, UW-Platteville, UW-Stevens Point, and UW-Stout. Learn more about our campus partners and choosing a home campus.

 

 

Accreditation and Membership

Accreditation

Accreditation

Whether online or on campus, University of Wisconsin programs have a reputation for delivering world-class education and student support. Accreditation is your assurance that you will graduate with skills that are relevant to your field and valued by employers. The Master of Science in Healthcare Administration is approved by the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents and is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Program Membership

Program Membership

The Master of Science in Healthcare Administration is a member of:

Meet your Faculty and Staff

UW Healthcare Administration faculty are either tenured faculty or working healthcare leaders serving as adjunct faculty.

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Profile Photo: Aysha Hussain

Aysha Hussain

  • Teaching Assistant Professor – Health Science and Wellness
D124C Science Building
Profile Photo: Jodi Olmsted

Jodi Olmsted

  • Director – M.S. in Healthcare Administration
  • Professor – Health Sciences and Wellness
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D144 Science Building
Profile Photo: Lorraine Zoromski

Lorraine Zoromski

  • Director – RN to BSN Program
  • Associate Professor – Nursing

School of Health Sciences and Wellness

Programs

School of Health Sciences and Wellness
D127 Science Building
2001 Fourth Ave.
Stevens Point, WI 54481-3897
715-346-3766
health@uwsp.edu
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