Online Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration and Policy

Arizona State University's Bachelor of Science in health care administration and policy online provides you with the tools needed to understand the nonclinical side of health care. In this program, you’ll gain expertise in various topics, including law, policy analysis, data analysis and quality improvement. You’ll also gain a cross-cultural perspective by comparing the U.S. health care system to other countries.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 08/21/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 40

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5–15

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 120

Degree questions, answered

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Make an impact on your community with a role in health care administration

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Will my diploma say 'online'?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.

Online health care administration courses

In this program, you’ll cover topics relating to health care administration and policy to give you the versatility to enter a variety of positions after graduation. Courses range from biostatistics and health care finance to population health management and global health care systems. You’ll also dive deeper into topics of interest through experiential learning projects, internships and research opportunities.


The jobs this degree prepares you for

Earning a health care administration and policy degree prepares you for entry-level jobs in health care administration, hospital administration, policy, advocacy and more. Upon graduation, you’ll also have the knowledge needed to pursue graduate programs in health care delivery, administration or management.

Clinical Data Manager


Growth: 35.2 %
Salary: $103,500

Clinical Trial Manager


Growth: 4.8 %
Salary: $144,440

Human Resources Manager


Growth: 5.2 %
Salary: $130,000

Medical and Health Services Manager


Growth: 28.4 %
Salary: $104,830

Office Manager


Growth: 5.6 %
Salary: $103,330

Operations Research Analyst


Growth: 22.5 %
Salary: $85,720

Project Manager


Growth: 6.2 %
Salary: $95,370

Quality Control Manager


Growth: 1.6 %
Salary: $107,560

Regulatory Affairs Specialist


Growth: 4.6 %
Salary: $71,690

Learn from professionals in health care administration

The College of Health Solutions faculty displays a high level of research expertise, focused on creating a better future for all. Our faculty are lifelong learners dedicated to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve. Some of their research focuses on:

  • Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
  • Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
  • Incorporating advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.

Learn from professionals in health care administration

The College of Health Solutions faculty displays a high level of research expertise, focused on creating a better future for all. Our faculty are lifelong learners dedicated to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve. Some of their research focuses on:

  • Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
  • Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
  • Incorporating advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.

How to apply

I am a future

You’re considered a first-year student for application purposes if you’ve never attended college or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours.

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Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Developing tomorrow’s health workforce

In the College of Health Solutions, students learn and prepare to become the health workforce of the future. Faculty and students also collaborate to research solutions to pressing global health challenges. Partnerships with the medical community offer students access to professional resources and networking opportunities with Mayo Clinic, Banner Health, HonorHealth, Dignity Health and more.

6,500+


students.

250+


Barrett honors scholars.

160+


faculty members.

$14.5


million in research expenditures.

Tuition calculator

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Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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