Health Administration and Health Informatics MHA/MS Dual Degree

The joint MHA/MSHI graduate program at Saint Joseph’s University is flexible and can be completed on-campus or online. Students may designate an interest in on-campus learning if desired and available. Students benefit from our small evening classes designed for professionals who want to work at their own pace and create connections with their classmates and professors. The program also includes hands-on learning experiences in simulated healthcare environments that prepare students for a successful career in the healthcare industry.

By obtaining a health administration and health informatics dual master’s degree, you’re demonstrating a broad and deep knowledge of the management and administrative aspects of the healthcare industry. You will also demonstrate how to implement and utilize information technology to support healthcare organizations. A dual degree shows potential employers that you’re equipped to oversee the health of populations, implement quality improvement and monitor clinical performance.

With the average class size only 20 students or less, you will have the opportunity to engage in discussion, reflection and collaboration with healthcare faculty and fellow classmates.

Saint Joseph’s dual MHA/MHI master’s degree program is taught by experienced professors and researchers from across the healthcare industry.

Our rigorous curriculum and hands-on learning opportunities are developed for the modern healthcare marketplace. You will complete assignments in real-life simulated environments utilizing Electronic Health Records (EHRs) and will learn how to use other commonly-used software, resulting in tangible resume-enhancing skills. Students also gain insight and access to industry organizations with discounted student memberships when applicable.

View required courses for this program in the academic catalog. Please contact us if you have any questions about the program curriculum.

The tuition rate for FY24/25 is $1,216 per credit.

Financial aid may be available to you to help offset the cost of your degree. Explore your options on our financial aid page.

Saint Joseph's University is proud to offer affordable, high-quality graduate programs and certificates. Discount programs extend the tuition reimbursement benefit of many company and organization programs. See if you might be eligible for one of our discount programs below:

Please note, individual discounts cannot be combined with other offers.

ALUMNI DISCOUNT

Saint Joseph’s encourages alumni to pursue lifelong learning. That's why all Hawks and University of the Sciences alumni are eligible for a 10% tuition discount for graduate master’s degree and graduate credit-bearing certificate programs, with the exception of the MS in Physician Assistant Studies and MOT (Masters in Occupational Therapy). Additionally, the tuition discount does not apply to doctoral-level programs.

MILITARY DISCOUNT

Saint Joseph’s University is proud to offer a 10% tuition discount on master’s degrees, adult learner and certificate programs for Active Duty, National Guard and Reserve service members, veterans and their spouses. 

MISSION DISCOUNT

If you have completed at least one year of full-time service in an established volunteer service organization, you are eligible for a 20% tuition discount, with no application fee, on all master’s level graduate degree and certificate programs.

EMPLOYER DISCOUNTS

Saint Joseph's University has partnered with select tuition benefit managers and organizations that support higher education including Bright Horizons and EdAssist, Edcor, and Scholarship America. Your employer may also be affiliated with these groups which may make your eligible for a 10% tuition discount on graduate programs. Check with your HR manager or email graduate@sju.edu to learn more.

Please note, individual discounts cannot be combined with other offers.

MEMBERSHIP/ORGANIZATION DISCOUNTS

Members of Prospanica, an organization whose mission is "To empower and enable Hispanic professionals to achieve their full educational, economic, and social potential," are eligible for a 10% tuition discount on graduate programs.

Saint Joseph’s University is approved by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, that assesses institutions for the highest available form of accreditation.

The Erivan K. Haub School of Business at Saint Joseph’s University is also accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, a recognition that represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide.

Graduate assistantships are offered on a limited basis. Please contact the program director for availability.

SJU is a Yellow Ribbon School that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans’ Services can help you access and understand your benefits.

A minimum of 3 years of direct healthcare-related experience and an undergraduate GPA of 3.25 is recommended to apply to the program.

• Apply online.
• Submit official college transcripts from all colleges attended.
• Submit a personal statement.
• Submit resume.
• Submit two letters of recommendation.

Visit our graduate admission information page to learn more about admission requirements, key deadlines and how to submit your application.

Graduate applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. New students may enroll in courses during the fall, spring or summer semesters.

Start Terms:

1. Fall: August and October
2. Spring: January and March
3. Summer: May

If you’re applying as an international student, you must provide proof of English Language Proficiency and Certification of Finances along with your application. Check the graduate admission page for additional requirements.