FAQs

1. What makes the Ohio University online MHA program unique?
   
2. What are the qualifications to be admitted to the online MHA program?
   
3. Do I need to take the GRE, GMAT or other standardized tests?
   
4. When can I begin the program each year?
   
5. How much time do my studies take?
   
6. How much does the program cost?
   
7. Does Ohio University offer financial aid?
   
8. How do I stay in contact with my classmates and faculty during the program?
   
9. What computer skills do I need?
   
10. I am interested in taking some of the courses, but I do not want a full MHA degree. Could I enroll in a few of the courses without being admitted?
    
11. Can I take some classes on-campus and some online?
    
12. I have taken some graduate courses. Can I transfer those credits to this program?
    
13. How quickly can I complete this program?
    
14. How many credits and courses do I take each term?
    
15. Is all the coursework online?
    
16. Can I take a break from the program?
    
17. What kind of people am I going to be working with?
    
18. How well respected is Ohio University and how is it accredited?
    
19. Who do I talk to if I have more questions or if I want to apply?
    

1. What makes the Ohio University online MHA program unique?
   The Ohio University online MHA program was built on a very successful on-campus program. It differs from that and most other in-person programs in several ways. First, participants are all mid-career, experienced professionals, like you, who share a wealth of practical knowledge in the courses. Second, we designed the program in collaboration with health care administrators and academic experts who know what knowledge and skills you need to move ahead in your career. All coursework is organized around modules in which you discover and apply theory to solve real life problems. Third, the structure of the program allows you to manage your studies to fit the demands of your professional and personal life.
   
   
2. What are the qualifications to be admitted to the online MHA program?
   To qualify for the online MHA program, you must have at least a bachelor's degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution with a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale), at least two years of working experience in a U.S. health field, an understanding of statistics and financial accounting, and excellent English writing and oral skills. Exceptional applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements will be considered on an individual basis. Please contact an admissions advisor at 1.877.823.1113 Ext. 3700 for more information.
   
   
3. Do I need to take the GRE, GMAT or other standardized tests?
   The Ohio MHA program is designed for experienced health professionals who have been out of undergraduate school for awhile. Our Admissions Committee will look at your entire background – your undergraduate work, your work experience and success, your references and why you want to pursue the program. They are looking for evidence of your ability to succeed in the program. A GMAT or GRE score may not be necessary but if you've previously completed either of these exams you're welcome to include them with your application.
   
   
4. When can I begin the program each year?
   There are four start dates each year – Winter (January), Spring (March), Summer (June), or Fall (September).
   
   
5. How much time do my studies take?
   Most students spend about 15 to 20 hours per week on online MHA related work. The program has been designed for working professionals who need to study at convenient times and places. You will spend part of your study time online and part of it working on your own off-line. Your faculty and your peers will help to keep you on track.
   
   
6. How much does the program cost?
   Click here for the most current Tuition and Fees Supplement. Earning your online Master of Health Administration is a terrific investment that will allow you to accelerate your career goals.
   
   
7. Does Ohio University offer financial aid?
   U.S. citizens and permanent residents have access to federally-funded loans through the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships (OSFAS). For further information, visit www.ohio.edu/financialaid. Our school code is 003100. To learn more about these and other options, contact an admissions advisor at 1.877.823.1113 Ext. 3700.
   
   
8. How do I stay in contact with my classmates and faculty during the program?
   Our online students report that they 'get to know' their colleagues in a deeper way because their interaction is not limited to one class a week. You will find that contact in our online classes is frequent and allows for more thoughtful interaction than traditional classes. You will be engaged in exciting collaborative learning, working together on modules that allow you to share your previous work experience and your learning experience with other students and with faculty.
   
   
9. What computer skills do I need?
   Our platform has been designed to be user-friendly. As long as you feel comfortable navigating the Internet, using e-mail and creating documents in Microsoft Office, you should feel at ease participating in this program. Please refer to the Technical Requirements page for specific information on what computer software is required.
   
   
10. I am interested in taking some of the courses, but I do not want a full MHA degree. Could I enroll in a few of the courses without being admitted?
    No, you must enroll into the program to take any of the online classes.
    
    
11. Can I take some classes on-campus and some online?
    No, your admission will be to the online program only.
    
    
12. I have taken some graduate courses. Can I transfer those credits to this program?
    Transfer credits are not accepted due to the structure of the program.
    
    
13. How quickly can I complete this program?
    The program can be completed in two calendar years. There are eight modules that total 60 credits over eight terms. Upon evaluation of your transcript, prerequisites may be required. Please contact an admissions advisor at 1.877.823.1113 Ext. 3700 for more information.
    
    
14. How many credits and courses do I take each term?
    You will enroll in one eight-credit-hour module each term for the first seven terms. The final capstone module is four credits.
    
    
15. Is all the coursework online?
    Yes, all the coursework for the MHA program is entirely online.
    
    
16. Can I take a break from the program?
    In an extreme emergency, you may be able to re-enter in a subsequent term and graduate later. If a problem develops, please speak with your student services manager as soon as possible about your situation.
    
    
17. What kind of people am I going to be working with?
    Students are mid-career professionals seeking to enhance their careers in the health field. Your peers will be working professionals with at least two years of experience in the U.S. health field. They can be caregivers like physicians; registered nurses; occupational, physical, speech and hearing, mental health, and other therapists. They can also be from the business side of health care like administration, financial management, the payor side of health care, suppliers to the industry, or consulting.
    
    All of our students have extensive experience in their health field, and our current students include a community hospital CEO, nursing home administrator, chief clinical executive for an organ donor organization, health system chief operating officer, physicians' practice director, staff nurses and physical therapists, diagnostic supplies sales manager, hospital director of process improvement, and many more.
    
    
18. How well respected is Ohio University and how is it accredited?
    Ohio University is accredited by the regional accrediting agency, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Ohio University has been cited for superior academic quality and value by U.S. News & World Report's America's 100 Best College Buys, the Princeton Review's Best Colleges, and Peterson's Guide to Competitive Colleges.
    
    
19. Who do I talk to if I have more questions or if I want to apply?
    Please call an admissions advisor at 1.877.823.1113 Ext. 3700 who will help you to determine if the program suits your individual goals and needs, guide you through the application process, and ensure you meet all deadlines to have your application reviewed by the Admissions Committee.