# Explore two paths to earn your Master of Health Administration - Earn a competency-based MHA in less than 1 year for under $11K or a traditional MHA - in as little as 17 months. - Our MHA programs align with the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) standards. - Both of our MHA programs are CAHME-accredited.[[1](#cahme)] [View program details](#info-programs) ## Median Salary[2] $117,960 Median salary reflects the wage at which half the medical and health services managers earned more than that amount and half earned less, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ## Job Growth[3] 23% Projected job growth for medical and health services manager occupations, ((edu.BLSyears)), according to BLS. 2. The median salary is not specific to students or graduates of University of Phoenix. Actual outcomes vary based on multiple factors, including prior work experience, geographic location, and other factors specific to the individual. University of Phoenix does not guarantee employment, salary level, or career advancement. BLS data is geographically based, information for a specific state/city can be researched on the[BLS website](https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes119111.htmhttps://www.bls.gov/bls/geography.htm). 3. ((edu.BLSdisclaimer)) ## MHA programs ### Which MHA is right for you? [View courses](#) Top skills learned in this program: - Leadership - Strategic planning - Stakeholder management - Innovation Getting Started **Format:**Online 17 months Approximate program length 36 Total credits $698 Cost per credit May 26 Next start date Choose an upcoming start date: May 26, 2026Jul 7, 2026Aug 18, 2026Sep 29, 2026Nov 10, 2026Jan 5, 2027Feb 16, 2027Mar 30, 2027 Register by: May 19, 2026 [View courses](#) Top skills learned in this program: - Leadership - Strategic planning - Stakeholder management - Innovation Getting Started **Format:**Online 12 months Approximate program length 36 Total credits $300 Cost per credit May 5 Next start date Choose an upcoming start date: May 5, 2026Jun 30, 2026Aug 25, 2026Oct 20, 2026Dec 15, 2026Feb 23, 2027Apr 20, 2027 Register by: Apr 28, 2026 [Learn about Cost of Attendance (COA)](/tuition-financial-aid/cost-of-attendance.html#masters) ### The Competency-Based program requires additional admission requirements: - An undergraduate degree or higher from an accredited, or candidate for accreditation, college or university - A cumulative GPA of 2.5 - Three years of leadership or management experience within the past 10 years in a healthcare environment ### Accredited for 45+ years Since 1978, University of Phoenix has maintained institutional accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), [hlcommission.org](https://www.hlcommission.org/). Learn more about the value of[University of Phoenix accreditation](/about/accreditation.html)and how it benefits our students. The Master of Health Administration (MHA) program is programmatically accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME), PO Box 911, Spring House, PA 19477. Phone: 301-298-1820. --- ## Save time & money - Starting with your first course, every qualifying new student will be awarded one of our [scholarships](https://www.phoenix.edu/info/scholarships.html), or you’ll get the best savings you qualify for.  - Lock in the peace of mind that comes with fixed, affordable tuition. You’ll enjoy one flat rate from the moment you enroll until the day you graduate from your program. That’s your Tuition Guarantee. - No application fee, no obligation, and no university entrance exam required (SAT, ACT, GMAT, or GRE). We’ll request your prior college transcripts at no charge, when possible. ## Exceptional flexibility - Online classes, always on – 24/7/365. - **Highly rated 1-on-1 support**, available 14 hours a day, 5 days a week. - Start your degree when you’re ready, with up to 17 opportunities a year to start your master’s degree. ## Career-relevant education - More than 100 online programs aligned to 300+ careers. - Every 5-6 weeks, you can develop career-relevant skills to add to your resume. - Career Services for Life®commitment. Your degree gives you access to career coaching, resume building and interview prep. For life. - Our instructors are accomplished professionals who average ((edu.facultyExperience)) years of experience.  - Customize your degree with a certificate in an area you’re interested in. --- ## Related degrees Earn your Master of Health Administration or tailor it to your career goals by adding a certificate to it. **Not the program you're looking for? **Check out our [other degrees](/info/earn-more.html#degrees). This is your moment ## Start your future today [Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info)[Request info](/request/request-information)[Call enrollment](tel:844-937-8679)