Advance healthcare through leadership that makes a difference. SUNY Oswego’s AACSB-accredited, 100% online MBA in Healthcare Administration empowers professionals to improve care delivery, strengthen operations, and shape the future of healthcare.
Quick Facts
Rolling Admission Apply Anytime
You Can Start Fall, Spring or Summer
Delivery Option Online
In-State Cost $635 Per Credit
Credit Hours 45
Estimated Completion Time 2 Years
Overview
By combining SUNY Oswego’s nationally ranked Master of Business Administration program with specialized healthcare leadership coursework, the MBA in Healthcare Administration prepares you to lead in one of today’s fastest-growing industries.
Our flexible online program blends business strategy, analytics, and management principles with healthcare-specific applications, giving you the tools to make data-driven decisions and guide complex organizations through change. AACSB accreditation and SUNY affordability ensure exceptional value and global recognition—offering up to 40% lower tuition than private competitors.
You’ll gain practical experience through applied projects, case studies, and consulting assignments that connect directly to your professional goals. Many students advance in their careers while enrolled, joining a network of alumni driving measurable improvements in patient outcomes, operations, and efficiency across New York State and beyond.
Curriculum
The basic program consists of 36 graduate credit hours of core requirements, directed electives and elective study which builds upon a 12 credit hour foundation of accepted management skills, concepts and principles.
Master of Business AdministrationHigh Demand. High Opportunity.
Employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow 20 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. As the large baby-boom population ages and people remain active later in life, there should be increased demand for healthcare services.
Outcomes
Graduates of the MBA in Healthcare Administration program will be able to:
Career Opportunities
- Healthcare administrator
- Clinical operations manager
- Hospital or practice director
- Public health administrator
- Healthcare analyst
- Project manager
- Consultant
I always wanted to get my MBA, and with the MBA in Health Services Administration, it combines two of my passions — business and healthcare.
I have grown both personally and professionally through the duration of this program. The coursework has been challenging but manageable, and is easily tailored to fit your industry focus.
Program Resources
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#1 Public Online MBA Offering in NYS
SUNY Oswego remains the top public online MBA offering in New York state for the 9th year straight according to U.S. News & World Report
Professor Sarah Bonzo and student Dr. Vince Calleo discussed SUNY Oswego's Healthcare MBA program on Bridge Street, a program that is tailored to emerging leaders who want to make a positive impact on the healthcare industry.
Information Sessions
Learn about our graduate programs through our information sessions today!
AACSB accredited
The SUNY Oswego College of Business and Entrepreneurship earned AACSB accreditation in 2002. Less than 5% of business schools worldwide have earned this distinction.
Oswego’s online MBA highly ranked by Fortune Education
The magazine that made the Fortune 500 rankings famous published its first-ever list for online MBA programs, where Oswego ranks first in New York state among public institutions.
Diversity Graduate Fellowship Program
Prospective students may be eligible for an award which includes an annual stipend, in addition to fully-paid tuition for full-time study.
More than 120 Graduate Assistantships Offered
Assistantships provide an opportunity to gain experience through professional work on campus.
$500,000
in total awards given every year to our graduate students
The Power of SUNY Tuition
Achieving your long-term career goals shouldn’t come at the expense of your immediate financial security. Oswego offers low tuition compared to many private colleges. Never sacrificing quality for affordability, our graduate students are receiving a nationally accredited program that will translate into effective knowledge and opportunities.
Application Requirements
Submit official transcripts confirming your bachelor’s or master’s degree/advanced certificate. This includes graduate-level coursework or post-baccalaureate degree/certificate. U.S. transcripts must be sent directly from the granting institution (electronic or mail).
For credentials earned outside of the United States, we require students to provide a World Education Services (WES) Course by Course (ICAP) evaluation, an IEE Education Course Report (US), or TEC (formally known as SpanTran) Divisional Course Analysis. This evaluation ensures that we can provide quality assessment of coursework from all countries where various grading scales and languages may exist.
All applicants will be asked to supply transcripts that show evidence of overall undergraduate GPA. The average GPA of MBA applicants is approximately 3.2.
GMAT scores are not required for an applicant to be considered for admission to the MBA program. MBA applicants who believe that a GMAT/GRE score would strengthen their credentials for admission to the MBA program have the option to submit a test score as part of their application package.
The School of Business admissions committee, upon completion of its review of an application, may determine that a candidate’s profile needs strengthening for admission and may offer a deferral or a conditional admission that may include, among other things, required submission of a GMAT score.
In 500–1000 words, describe your unique personal achievements relating to your academic interests, and include any experiences you feel have contributed to your educational and professional objectives, such as supervisory activities, program development, leadership activities, and special assignments. Explain what these achievements and experiences have meant to your professional growth, what you hope to achieve professionally in the next five years, what you expect out of your business degree, and how you will contribute to the classroom experiences. This essay should detail your reasoning for applying to SUNY Oswego and it will help the review team better understand your background and evaluate your application.
This is an opportunity to discuss earning your MBA degree with member of the School of Business, as well as discuss course requirements for your preferred MBA program. We will offer an evaluation of your academic and professional history to determine prerequisite foundation requirements.
Include a professional resume or curriculum vitae that includes your academic history, professional background and any accomplishments of note. This document should provide details that support your admittance to the program.
Indicate three names with valid email addresses. We will send an email request directly to the references on your behalf. These references should be able to speak to your character, work ethic and abilities.
Prospective students are charged a non-refundable $65 fee for processing the application.
All international transcripts must be verified using one of the following methods as part of your application process:
- WES Course by Course (ICAP) evaluation,
- an IEE Education Course Report (US), or
- TEC (formally known as SpanTran) Divisional Course Analysis.
English Language Proficiency: Submit official TOEFL (79 overall, MBA 83) or IELTS (6.5) scores, unless exempt.
Visa and I-20 Documentation: After acceptance, upload your financial documents and passport copy to receive your Form I-20 for your visa application.
For more details, please visit Application Requirements for International Graduate Students.