Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration
Why consider finishing your Bachelor's in Healthcare Administration?
This bachelor's completion program is designed for working professionals, equipping students with analytical and conceptual skills that lead to effective problem-solving. By enrolling in this program you will have the opportunity to:
- Gain an understanding of administrative-related concepts in the healthcare industry including how to effectively use communication and critical thinking skills and techniques in the healthcare field.
- Develop competencies in healthcare administration, finance, policies and procedures, and relevant legal and regulatory issues through hands-on courses taught by industry experts.
- Study when and where it is most convenient for you through this program's 100% online format with the opportunity to complete your degree in as little as 2 years.
- Apply research, analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills to real-world problems in the healthcare arena through experiential learning opportunities.
- Connect with our extensive network of alumni, who are employed at organizations such as Tufts Health Plan, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Novartis.
- Prepare yourself for post-baccalaureate employment in various roles within healthcare organizations including as medical and health services managers, insurance underwriters, social or community service managers, or healthcare administrators.
With scholarships available up to $15,000, now is the time to complete your bachelor's degree. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for our bachelor's completion program and there's still time to join us for the upcoming term!
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Potential careers (with median salaries) for graduates of this program include:
- Medical and health services managers: $100,980 (BLS, 2019)
- Insurance underwriters: $70,020 (BLS, 2019)
- Social and community service managers: $67,150 (BLS, 2019)
- Healthcare administrators: $98,250 (BLS, 2019)
Scholarship Opportunities
The College of Professional Studies offers a number of scholarship opportunities (up to $15,000) for our students. These scholarships, which are supported by alumni and faculty, are based on a student’s demonstrated financial need, academic achievement, and/or personal circumstances. Scholarships are awarded at several times throughout the academic year.
Some of the scholarship opportunities that are available to eligible domestic and international students in the BS in Healthcare Administration program include:
- Lowell Institute Scholarships (up to $15,000)
- Professional Advancement Scholarships (up to $10,000)
- Dean's "Break Through" Scholarship (up to $10,000)
- Community College Scholarships (up to $5,000)
- Ruby Linn Scholarship for Servicemembers and Veterans (up to $10,000)
"As a full time employee, it was difficult to find a school that could help me to reach my goal in obtaining my bachelor's degree. Northeastern's College of Professional Studies has offered me the chance of pursuing my education goals while having a full time job in during the day. The flexibility that Northeastern offers for their classes schedules was the key for me to be able to graduate this year."
- Kennya Cabrera, B.S. Healthcare Administration student
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