Rhode Island College · Providence, Rhode Island
Health Care Administration M.S.
What Should You Know About Health Care Administration M.S. at Rhode Island College?
Health Care Administration M.S. is a MS program at Rhode Island College in Providence, Rhode Island. It requires 50-52 credit hours. At $546 per credit, estimated tuition is $27,300 before fees (resident rate). Admission tests: GMAT or GRE required; waived for RIC or URI graduates with a B.S. in HCA, health or human sciences, nursing or business and a 3.00 major GPA. Rhode Island College isn't on CAHME's accredited-program list (September 2026).
Program Details
| Degree | MS (MS or MA in healthcare administration or management) |
|---|---|
| Credits | 50-52 credit hours |
| GRE/GMAT | GMAT or GRE required; waived for RIC or URI graduates with a B.S. in HCA, health or human sciences, nursing or business and a 3.00 major GPA |
| Work experience | Applicants with a bachelor's in an unrelated field may be considered with relevant work experience |
| Residency or internship | Required health care internship (HCA 567) plus a master's thesis or capstone |
| Tuition | $546 per credit in-state; $820 Northeast Neighbors; $1,064 out-of-state (2026-27) |
From ric.edu, reviewed September 28, 2026. Check start dates, deadlines and current tuition with the school before you apply.
How This Program Compares
- Estimated tuition of $27,300 is the 43rd lowest of 60 MS / MA programs on this site with an estimate (median $23,400).
- Its 50 credits compare with a median of 36 for MS / MA programs, so expect more coursework or a longer program.
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Health Care Administration M.S.: Common Questions
How Much Does Health Care Administration M.S. at Rhode Island College Cost?
$546 per credit in-state; $820 Northeast Neighbors; $1,064 out-of-state. That works out to about $27,300 for 50 credits, before fees. Tuition changes each year; confirm fees and total cost with Rhode Island College.
How Long Is Health Care Administration M.S.?
50-52 credit hours, according to the school's program page.
Does Health Care Administration M.S. Require the GRE or GMAT?
GMAT or GRE required; waived for RIC or URI graduates with a B.S. in HCA, health or human sciences, nursing or business and a 3.00 major GPA, according to Rhode Island College's admissions information.
Do You Need Work Experience for Health Care Administration M.S.?
Applicants with a bachelor's in an unrelated field may be considered with relevant work experience.
Does Health Care Administration M.S. Include a Residency or Internship?
Required health care internship (HCA 567) plus a master's thesis or capstone.
Is Health Care Administration M.S. CAHME Accredited?
Rhode Island College isn't on CAHME's accredited-program list (September 2026).