MS in Allied Health, Healthcare Administration
Impact the Future of Healthcare
You’re passionate about healthcare. You’re starting to see the fruits of your passion take shape in your current job. Now is the time to take that next step to become a leader in your profession. Antioch University’s online Master of Science in Allied Health with a concentration in Healthcare Administration empowers health professionals like you to become a competent and compassionate leader, capable of making a significant impact in community health centers and in other managerial roles in the healthcare industry.
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Allied Health with a concentration in Healthcare Administration (MSAH) is designed for individuals who aspire to become transformative leaders in the healthcare sector, committed to advancing equity, ethical practice, and community well-being. This program combines rigorous training in healthcare management, policy, and finance with an emphasis on social determinants of health, health equity, and advocacy for vulnerable populations.
Grounded in the values of compassion, service, and justice, the curriculum prepares graduates to address systemic disparities in healthcare access and outcomes. Students learn to implement data-driven strategies, lead mission-driven organizations, and influence policy from a framework of ethical responsibility and cultural humility.
Through experiential learning opportunities, and case studies, students gain practical skills in organizational leadership, policy development, and inclusive health systems design. Graduates are prepared to take on leadership roles in hospitals, public health agencies, nonprofit organizations, and policy institutions, where they can drive meaningful change at both the local and national levels.
Key Features
- Focus on ethical leadership and health equity
- Courses in health policy, management, research, and social justice
- Fieldwork and practicum experiences with mission-driven organizations
- Opportunities for advocacy, community engagement, and policy impact
- Capstone project addressing a real-world social justice issue in healthcare
This MSAH program empowers students to not only manage healthcare organizations effectively but also to lead with a commitment to justice, compassion, and the common good.
Contact the Program
Gifty Akomea Key, EdD
Founding Program Chair, MS in Allied Health
Graduate School of Nursing & Health Professions
Julie Young, PhD
Core Faculty, MS in Allied Health
Graduate School of Nursing & Health Professions
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2 years
All students earning their Master of Science in Allied Health in Healthcare Administration must complete the “core” requirements (18 Total Hours):
- Research Design
- Racism: Beyond Black and White
- Allied Healthcare Administration
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Leadership & Advocacy in Policy and Healthcare
- Program Planning & Evaluation
In addition to the core requirements, students will complete:
Advanced Practice Content Courses – (9 hours)
- U.S. Healthcare Policy
- Ethical Healthcare Leadership
- Emergency Preparedness and Management
Completion of your degree is fulfilled by completing a research thesis and a hands-on practicum project relevant to healthcare administration.
- Advanced Clinical Practicum (3 hours)
- Thesis (3 hours)
Total Hours: 30 Hours
- Community Health Director
- Corporate Wellness
- Medical and Health Services Manager
- Clinical Support Services Manager
- Healthcare Initiative Project Manager
- Healthcare Human Resources Manager
- Social & Community Services Coordinator
- Medical or Dental Office Manager
- Long-term Care Coordinator
- Nursing Home Administrator
How to Apply
- Complete the online admissions application, including:
- Personal Essay –
Describe your personal goals and how your experience relates to your pursuit of this degree - Two Letters of Recommendation (required), from people who are in a position to evaluate your professional (e.g., supervisor, colleague) or academic (e.g., faculty) work. The person making the recommendation cannot be related to you.
- Professional Resume
- Personal Essay –
- Submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities where you earned a degree or certificate. A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher is required. You must have earned a four-year degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Email to [email protected] or mail to:
Antioch University, Admissions Office, 900 Dayton Street, Yellow Springs, Ohio 45387 - There are additional requirements for International applicants and applicants without a Bachelor’s degree.
- Note: Applicants may be invited to a personal interview at the discretion of the Program Chair/Director, conducted via Zoom.
All application materials submitted become part of an applicant’s file and cannot be returned.
Application Deadlines
| Semester | Application Deadlines | Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Spring A | January 3 | January 6 |
| Summer A 2025 | May 1 | May 5 |
| Fall A 2025 | August 21 | August 25 |
| Please review the Academic Calendar for additional details. | ||
If you have any questions during the process, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]. Our faculty and staff are here to assist you throughout the application process.
Tuition:
| Program | Cost |
|---|---|
| Master of Science in Athletic Training | $628 per semester hour (56 hours) |
| Master of Science in Allied Health | $628 per semester hour (30 hours) |
| View the Cost of Attendance Components | |
Financial Aid:
Many students finance their education through some form of financial aid. You may not be sure which federal, state, public, and private aid packages – such as loans, scholarships, and grants – are right for you. Our staff is here to help you so you can focus on what’s most important: beginning your academic program.
Antioch University is proud to partner with several schools and employers to offer scholarships and/or special educational benefits to employees, students, and alumni of select partner institutions. To learn more about these scholarships and to find out if you are eligible, talk with Admissions.
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