The Best Online Healthcare Administration Programs of 2026

Rutgers University-New Brunswick is a public institution in New Brunswick, NJ. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #4 of the 25 analyzed here with a 90.9 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 84.3 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs, 3.5 points behind top-ranked Walden University. The program graduates 84% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. Rutgers University-New Brunswick admits 58% of applicants, more selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands among the strongest in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, Rutgers University-New Brunswick charges $14,222 a year in-state, roughly 2.4x the $33,734 out-of-state rate. Over two years that is about $28,444 in tuition for residents, against $67,468 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with genuine selectivity.

University of North Carolina Wilmington is a public institution in Wilmington, NC. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #5 of the 25 analyzed here with a 90.0 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 84.3 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs, 4.4 points behind top-ranked Walden University. The program graduates 71% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of North Carolina Wilmington admits 64% of applicants, more selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list.

On cost, University of North Carolina Wilmington charges $4,443 a year in-state, roughly 5x the $21,318 out-of-state rate. Over two years that is about $8,886 in tuition for residents, against $42,636 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with genuine selectivity.

Florida International University is a public institution in Miami, FL. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #6 of the 25 analyzed here with an 89.7 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 84.3 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs, 4.7 points behind top-ranked Walden University. The program graduates 74% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. Florida International University admits 55% of applicants, more selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, Florida International University charges $4,721 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $16,529 out-of-state rate. Over two years that is about $9,442 in tuition for residents, against $33,058 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

Based in Washington, DC, American University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program lands at #7 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 85.5 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits above the 84.3 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 75% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. American University admits 62% of applicants, more selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, American University charges $57,952 a year in-state. Over two years that totals about $115,904 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with genuine selectivity.

University of Missouri-Columbia is a public institution in Columbia, MO. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #8 of the 25 analyzed here with an 84.7 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits above the 84.3 group average, in the top third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 75% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of Missouri-Columbia admits 78% of applicants, less selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, University of Missouri-Columbia charges $13,658 a year in-state, roughly 2.6x the $34,877 out-of-state rate. Over two years that is about $27,316 in tuition for residents, against $69,754 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. The spread makes the program a clearer value for MO residents than for out-of-state students. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

Based in Charlotte, NC, University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a public institution. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program lands at #9 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 84.1 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 69% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of North Carolina at Charlotte admits 80% of applicants, less selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list.

On cost, University of North Carolina at Charlotte charges $3,812 a year in-state, roughly 5x the $19,065 out-of-state rate. Over two years that is about $7,624 in tuition for residents, against $38,130 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

Based in Cincinnati, OH, University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is a public institution. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program lands at #10 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 83.9 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 75% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of Cincinnati-Main Campus admits 85% of applicants, less selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, University of Cincinnati-Main Campus charges $11,685 a year in-state, roughly 2.3x the $27,019 out-of-state rate. Over two years that is about $23,370 in tuition for residents, against $54,038 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.

Rockhurst University is a private, nonprofit institution in Kansas City, MO. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #11 of the 25 analyzed here with an 83.6 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 75% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. Rockhurst University admits 70% of applicants, less selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, Rockhurst University charges $43,366 a year in-state. Over two years that totals about $86,732 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

Based in Albany, NY, Excelsior University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program lands at #12 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 83.1 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The university enrolls 12,941 students overall. The degree is also offered online, which widens access for working students.

Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

University of West Florida is a public institution in Pensacola, FL. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #13 of the 25 analyzed here with an 82.9 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 59% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of West Florida admits 58% of applicants, more selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, University of West Florida charges $3,735 a year in-state, roughly 4x the $16,004 out-of-state rate. Over two years that is about $7,470 in tuition for residents, against $32,008 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with genuine selectivity.

University of Arizona is a public institution in Tucson, AZ. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #14 of the 25 analyzed here with an 82.1 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 68% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of Arizona admits 86% of applicants, less selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, University of Arizona charges $11,835 a year in-state, roughly 3x the $38,165 out-of-state rate. Over two years that is about $23,670 in tuition for residents, against $76,330 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

Based in Chicago, IL, Loyola University Chicago is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program lands at #15 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 81.9 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 73% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. Loyola University Chicago admits 82% of applicants, less selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, Loyola University Chicago charges $52,230 a year in-state. Over two years that totals about $104,460 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

University of New Haven is a private, nonprofit institution in West Haven, CT. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #16 of the 25 analyzed here with an 81.9 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the middle third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 63% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of New Haven admits 60% of applicants, more selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, University of New Haven charges $45,644 a year in-state. Over two years that totals about $91,288 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is genuine selectivity paired with an online option.

Clarkson University is a private, nonprofit institution in Potsdam, NY. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #17 of the 25 analyzed here with an 81.6 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 75% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. Clarkson University admits 77% of applicants, less selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, Clarkson University charges $58,058 a year in-state. Over two years that totals about $116,116 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

Based in Moorhead, MN, Minnesota State University Moorhead is a public institution. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program lands at #18 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 81.4 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 57% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Minnesota State University Moorhead admits 59% of applicants, more selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, Minnesota State University Moorhead charges $8,838 a year in-state. Over two years that totals about $17,676 in tuition. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with genuine selectivity.

Endicott College is a private, nonprofit institution in Beverly, MA. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #19 of the 25 analyzed here with an 81.4 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 76% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. Endicott College admits 71% of applicants, less selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, Endicott College charges $39,750 a year in-state. Over two years that totals about $79,500 in tuition. That puts it at the higher end on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

Based in Bronx, NY, Monroe University is a private, for-profit institution. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program lands at #20 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 80.6 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 57% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Monroe University admits 68% of applicants, more selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, Monroe University charges $16,344 a year in-state. Over two years that totals about $32,688 in tuition. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is genuine selectivity paired with an online option.

Based in Joliet, IL, University of St Francis is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program lands at #21 of the 25 ranked here, earning an 80.2 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 67% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of St Francis admits 65% of applicants, more selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, University of St Francis charges $38,110 a year in-state. Over two years that totals about $76,220 in tuition. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is genuine selectivity paired with an online option.

University of Massachusetts-Lowell is a public institution in Lowell, MA. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #22 of the 25 analyzed here with a 79.7 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 65% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. University of Massachusetts-Lowell admits 83% of applicants, less selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, University of Massachusetts-Lowell charges $16,246 a year in-state, roughly 2.2x the $35,544 out-of-state rate. Over two years that is about $32,492 in tuition for residents, against $71,088 for non-residents. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the main draw here is its an online option.

Based in High Point, NC, High Point University is a private, nonprofit institution. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program lands at #23 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 79.6 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 74% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. High Point University admits 75% of applicants, less selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, High Point University charges $39,714 a year in-state. Over two years that totals about $79,428 in tuition. That puts it mid-pack on price on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. As a private institution, its tuition does not change with residency, unlike the public universities on this list. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is above-average completion paired with an online option.

Based in New Britain, CT, Charter Oak State College is a public institution. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program lands at #24 of the 25 ranked here, earning a 79.6 Hakia Score that weighs graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 67% of its students, below the 72% average across the ranked schools. Its completion rate lands toward the lower end in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%. It is one of the smaller campuses here, with 2,012 students. The degree is also offered online, which widens access for working students.

On cost, Charter Oak State College charges $7,896 a year in-state. Over two years that totals about $15,792 in tuition. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. That median runs roughly 16x the program's annual in-state tuition. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with an online option.

Appalachian State University is a public institution in Boone, NC. Its Master's in Healthcare Administration program ranks #25 of the 25 analyzed here with a 79.2 Hakia Score, a composite of graduation rate, cost, selectivity, and graduate outcomes. That sits below the 84.3 group average, in the lower third of the 25 ranked programs. The program graduates 75% of its students, above the 72% average across the ranked schools. Appalachian State University admits 90% of applicants, less selective than the 68% average for the group. That is more open than the 16% rate at Boston College, the most selective program on this list. Its completion rate lands in the middle of the pack in a group where graduation runs from 57% to 91%.

On cost, Appalachian State University charges $4,242 a year in-state, roughly 5x the $21,875 out-of-state rate. Over two years that is about $8,484 in tuition for residents, against $43,750 for non-residents. That puts it among the most affordable on this list, where annual in-state tuition runs from $3,735 at University of West Florida to $69,400 at Boston College. Graduates step into a field with a $123,860 national median salary reported by the BLS. For prospective students, the draw here is low in-state cost paired with above-average completion.