Apply to GW's Online Master of Health Administration
Apply to GW's Online Master of Health Administration

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MHA@GW is the online Master of Health Administration (MHA) program from the Milken Institute School of Public Health at
the George Washington University—ranked No. 12 on U.S. News & World Report’s list of the nation’s best health care
management programs.1
MHA@GW prepares aspiring health care professionals the opportunity to develop the skills needed to improve health care delivery, assume leadership positions in a range of health-related environments and oversee influential change in communities around the world.

Program Highlights
- Graduate in as little as two years—choose to complete the program on a full-time or part-time basis.
- Two immersion experiences at prominent health organizations in D.C. and around the world.
- Learn from the faculty teaching at GW’s campus located in D.C.
- Earn your degree from home while maintaining your current career.
Graduate from a top-ranked MHA program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME).
Admissions Requirements
Applicants should have a strong academic background and hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution to be admitted into the program. Applicants must also have at least two years of full-time health sector experience or three years of full-time experience in any industry.
GRE/GMAT scores are not required for admission. The priority deadline to join us for the April cohort is February 9, 2021.
All students must be currently employed in the health sector field, and those students with less than two years of experience must pass an online examination prior to enrollment.
To apply to MHA@GW, you must submit:
- Online application
- Resume or CV
- Statement of purpose
- Official transcripts
- Two letters of recommendation
- Application fee
- Brief interview
International applicants must submit TOEFL scores if their native language is not English.
Application Deadlines
MHA@GW offers four program start dates each year in January, April, June, and September. Our Admissions Counselors are available to assist you with your application and answer any questions you may have.
Program Start | Early Priority Deadline | Priority Deadline | Application Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
July 2021 | March 19, 2021 | April 8, 2021 | May 6, 2021 |
September 2021 | June 10, 2021 | July 1, 2021 | July 29, 2021 |
Applicants who submit their application by the priority deadline will receive admissions decisions first, have priority when registering for classes and may be eligible to have the $75 application fee waived. Contact an Admissions Counselor at Phone Number: 855-642-2849 or e-mail us before submitting your application for more information regarding the application fee waiver.
Elevate your career by earning your MHA online from GW. Begin your application now or request information to learn more.
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