New York, New York
NYU Health Administration Programs
New York University
What Health Administration Degrees Does NYU Offer?
NYU offers 3 health administration master's programs (MPA and MHA). 1 is offered online. NYU is on CAHME's accredited list. Estimated tuition starts at $116,595.
3 Programs at NYU
MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Services Management Specialization at NYU
NYU · New YorkFormatOn campusCredits45Est. tuition$116,595$2,591/creditAccreditationCAHMEMPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Finance and Health Policy Analysis Specializations at NYU
NYU · New YorkFormatOn campusCredits45Est. tuition$116,595$2,591/creditAccreditationNot CAHME- FormatOnlineCredits45Est. tuition$116,595$2,591/creditAccreditationCAHME
Admissions and Cost at NYU
| Program | GRE/GMAT | Experience | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Services Management specialization | GRE/GMAT optional | Two years of relevant professional experience preferred, not required | $2,591 per credit (2026-2027) |
| MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Finance and Health Policy Analysis specializations | GRE/GMAT optional | Two years of relevant professional experience preferred, not required | $2,591 per credit (2026-2027) |
| Online Master of Health Administration | GRE/GMAT optional | At least one year of full-time experience in a US healthcare-related role preferred | $2,591 per credit |
From NYU's own program, admissions and tuition pages, reviewed September 28, 2026. Blank cells: the school's pages don't state that detail. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees with the school.
How NYU Compares
NYU's lowest estimated tuition, $116,595 for MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Services Management specialization, is above the national median of $27,000 (278th lowest of 283 programs with an estimate). Its programs require 45 credits, against a national median of 39. It awarded 104 health administration master's degrees in 2022-23 (IPEDS), 1st of 24 in New York and 25th of 298 nationally among schools on this site.
| NYU | New York median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated tuition (lowest program) | $116,595 | $51,660 | $27,000 |
| Credits | 45 | 36 | 39 |
Medians across programs on this site that publish the figure, September 2026. The MHA cost and loan calculator adds fees and 2026 federal loan limits.
Dual Degrees at NYU
Graduate Certificates at NYU
- Advanced Certificate in Health Finance (15 credits), on campus
- Advanced Certificate in Health Policy Analysis (15 credits), on campus
Is NYU CAHME Accredited?
NYU is on the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) accredited-program list, and the accreditation covers MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Services Management specialization and Online Master of Health Administration. 1 other program listed here is not covered. CAHME is the accreditor for graduate programs in healthcare management; it reviews each program, not the whole university, so a school can have an accredited MHA alongside unaccredited online or MBA tracks. All CAHME-accredited programs · CAHME accreditation checker
Federal data (IPEDS) show NYU awarded 104 master's degrees in health administration fields in 2022-23.
Similar Programs to Compare With NYU
Online programs of the same degree type at other schools, closest in estimated tuition (CAHME-accredited programs first):
- FormatOnlineCredits54Est. tuition$99,414$1,841/creditAccreditationCAHME
- FormatOnlineCredits48Est. tuition$87,648$1,826/creditAccreditationNot CAHME
Master of Healthcare Administration - Professional MHA at University of Utah
University of Utah · Salt Lake City, UTFormatOnline, On campus, HybridCredits42Est. tuition$54,600$1,300/credit · resident rateAccreditationCAHMEMaster of Healthcare Administration (M.H.A.) at Boston College
Boston College · Chestnut Hill, MAFormatOnlineCredits36Est. tuition$56,520$1,570/creditAccreditationNot CAHMEOnline Master of Health Administration (MHA) at Penn State
Penn State · University Park, PAFormatOnlineCredits49Est. tuition$51,352$1,048/creditAccreditationCAHME
NYU: Common Questions
Is NYU's Health Administration Program CAHME Accredited?
NYU is on the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) accredited-program list, and the accreditation covers MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Services Management specialization and Online Master of Health Administration. 1 other program listed here is not covered.
Does NYU Offer an Online MHA or Healthcare Administration Master's?
Yes. Online Master of Health Administration is offered online.
How Much Does NYU's Program Cost?
MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Services Management specialization: $2,591 per credit (2026-2027) (about $116,595 for 45 credits, before fees). MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Finance and Health Policy Analysis specializations: $2,591 per credit (2026-2027) (about $116,595 for 45 credits, before fees). Online Master of Health Administration: $2,591 per credit (about $116,595 for 45 credits, before fees). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
Does NYU Require the GRE or GMAT?
MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Services Management specialization: GRE/GMAT optional. MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Finance and Health Policy Analysis specializations: GRE/GMAT optional. Online Master of Health Administration: GRE/GMAT optional.
Does NYU Require an Administrative Residency or Internship?
MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Services Management specialization: Year-long capstone project; Professional Experience Requirement for students without two years of relevant experience. MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Finance and Health Policy Analysis specializations: Year-long capstone project; Professional Experience Requirement for students without two years of relevant experience. Online Master of Health Administration: Required 2.5-day in-person immersion in New York City during the second term.
How Long Is NYU's Program?
MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Services Management specialization: 45 credits, 2 years full time; 3-4 years part time. MPA in Health Policy and Management - Health Finance and Health Policy Analysis specializations: 45 credits, 2 years full time; 3-4 years part time. Online Master of Health Administration: 45 credits, 28 months (7 terms), part time.