2026-2027 Admission Requirements for the Graduate Major in Healthcare Administration

Admissions Requirements for the Graduate Major in Healthcare Administration


APPLYING

After exploring options and choosing a specific program, follow the steps on our University’s graduate application process:

Deadlines to apply

Summer 2026: May 19, 2026

Fall 2026: July 31, 2026

Winter 2026: November 17, 2025

Spring 2026: February 17, 2026

Admission Limited to

Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring

Exams & GRE Types

GRE: Recommended but not required

Letters of Recommendation

3, from either academic or professional sources

At least one letter must come from your current direct supervisor. If you are unable to obtain a letter from your current supervisor due to extenuating circumstances, a former supervisor or a senior professional colleague who can meaningfully assess your work is acceptable.

UCLA-Wide Graduate Admissions Requirements

Degree-Specific Admissions Requirements

In addition to the University's minimum requirements and those listed above, all applicants are expected to submit a statement of purpose, a personal statement, a resume or CV, and a statement detailing relevant academic preparation or illustrating work experience and professional accomplishments.

Applicants are expected to have at least three years of professional work experience in either a healthcare setting or administrative experience.

Students who enroll in the predominately online MHA on a full-time basis will be able to complete the program in two calendar years (six academic quarters plus two summers). Students will also be eligible to enroll on a part-time basis. Maximum time-to-completion is 19 academic quarters.

Program Name

Healthcare Administration
(Health Policy and Management)

Leading to the
degree of

M.H.A.

Major Code

00GN

Address

Healthcare Administration Graduate Program at UCLA

UCLA Fielding School of Public Health
31-299 CHS
Box 951772
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1772

Phone

310-267-5600

Email

uclamha@ucla.edu

Website

mha.ucla.edu