Master of Health Administration

The Mission of the Western Kentucky University Master of Health Administration program is to prepare well-rounded students for leadership roles in healthcare management, as well as in the overall public health and healthcare delivery models within the local, state, and regional communities. 

The Vision of the Master of Health Administration program at Western Kentucky University is to be recognized as a leading choice in the preparation of dynamic and dedicated leaders in healthcare management for service and innovation in local, state, regional and global communities.

The MHA program at WKU adopts both institutional core values and values upheld in the field of healthcare management.

(1) The WKU MHA Program, faculty and staff, strive to create a welcoming and respectful academic environment where all individuals regardless of their race, religion, gender, age, nationality, sexual orientation, abilities, or any other status they might have are treated fairly, and without discrimination or harassment. 

(2) Excellence in Leadership:  Based on the provisions of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), the MHA program at WKU prepares the students with the professional qualities that are desired leadership roles in health administration and management.  

(3) Professionalism:  The MHA program at WKU strives to promote a culture of professionalism in all stages and settings of learning.  Enhancements are continually made in the student field experiences and engagements in professional activities to develop professionalism.

(4) Commitment to Serve:  Consistent with the Western Kentucky University mission, the MHA program at WKU value all types and levels of variation among all its constituencies--students graduating from the program are prepared to be ready to serve individuals from various backgrounds for their need for healh care in the U.S. and in global communities.

(5) Integration:  The MHA program at WKU prepares students to be successful in the healthcare industry by incorporating in its program the understanding that collaborations among important stakeholders in health care and integration with other industries is an important aspect of finding effective interventions and strategies for improving the healthcare services.

(6)  Life-Long Learning:  Building a student body that acknowledges the changing environment of healthcare and values and appreciates the need for staying abreast of all the changes and innovations occurring during their careers. 

The Health Care Administration program of Western Kentucky University meets all criteria and standards for admission into the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) as a student chapter. On December 12, 1989, the ACHE Board of Governors officially granted student chapter status to the Health Care Administration Program. The objective of the student chapter is to promote the ethical development of personal, professional, and social skills in a manner that will enhance the attainment of effective leadership in healthcare organizations. This is accomplished through professional interaction and dialogue with practicing health care professionals, research projects, community service, and other appropriate activities and endeavors.

 

To qualify students must have the following:

• Be an undergraduate student in one of the following majors: Health Sciences (564), Health Care Administration (559)
• Minimum GPA of 3.25 for individuals earning their first baccalaureate degree
• Minimum GPA of 3.00 for individuals earning their second baccalaureate degree
• Students must maintain minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 in graduate courses. 
• Minimum of 60 undergraduate hours earned and 15 or more credit hours remaining to complete their undergraduate degree
• Minimum of 24 undergraduate hours earned at WKU

• Example Acceptance Notice
• Graduate Catalog, Master of Health Administration (153)
• JUMP iCAP Exception Form
• Statement of Intent, all majors