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MS in Healthcare Management Admission Requirements

A Business-Based Approach to Healthcare Leadership

Admission Requirements

To be considered for MSU’s Master of Science in Healthcare Management, ideal candidates should:

  • Be currently employed full-time or have been employed in the healthcare industry (including hospitals, pharmaceuticals, physician associations, surgical centers, medical suppliers, assisted care facilities, device manufacturers, insurance, consulting, or public policy) or at least 3 years of full-time experience in any industry. 
  • Have a 4-year bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution.
  • Have a cumulative undergraduate grade-point average of 3.00 in the last two years of your program.
  • Have a high degree of potential for advancement to an organizational leadership role.
  • Have some background knowledge of and exposure to word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.
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Admission to the program is selective and meeting the minimum standards listed does not guarantee admission. The applicant’s overall record is considered, including the student’s statement of objectives, recommendations, academic transcripts, and other documentation as required.

Applicants must submit the following items:

  • $100 non-refundable application submission and transcript fee
  • All required application documents
  • Transcripts
    • Transcripts from Michigan State University are not required. The official undergraduate transcript is required and must include a conferral date from the regional or nationally accredited institution.
    • Three letters of recommendations from a professional, work-related reference, preferably a supervisor.
    • A statement of purpose that describes relevant education, relevant work experience and describes how the applicant intends to apply the degree to his or her career and how this degree will help them achieve their career goals. The statement should be between 250 – 1,000 words.
    • Resume (with detailed work experience)

       

Transfer Credit Policy

    • As a rule, the Program does not accept transfer credits and will only review and consider a request to transfer credits in rare and exceptional circumstances.