Orlando, Florida
UCF Health Administration Programs
University of Central Florida
What Health Administration Degrees Does UCF Offer?
UCF offers 2 health administration master's programs (MHA). 1 is offered online. UCF is on CAHME's accredited list. Estimated tuition starts at $21,070.
2 Programs at UCF
- FormatOn campus, HybridCredits57Est. tuition$21,070$370/credit · resident rateAccreditationCAHME
- FormatOnlineCredits44Est. tuition$33,998$773/creditAccreditationCAHME
Admissions and Cost at UCF
| Program | GRE/GMAT | Experience | Published tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Health Administration, Residential Track | $369.65 per credit hour in-state ($1,276.48 out-of-state) | ||
| Executive Master of Health Administration (online) | Three years of relevant healthcare experience, including one year of leadership experience | $772.69 per credit hour (includes university fees; same for domestic and international students) |
From UCF'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 UCF Compares
UCF's lowest estimated tuition, $21,070 for Master of Health Administration, Residential Track, is below the national median of $27,000 (76th lowest of 283 programs with an estimate). Its programs require 44 to 57 credits, against a national median of 39.
| UCF | Florida median | U.S. median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated tuition (lowest program) | $21,070 | $30,000 | $27,000 |
| Credits | 44–57 | 39 | 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.
Is UCF CAHME Accredited?
UCF is on the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) accredited-program list, and the accreditation covers Master of Health Administration, Residential Track and Executive Master of Health Administration (online). 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
Similar Programs to Compare With UCF
Online programs of the same degree type at other schools, closest in estimated tuition (CAHME-accredited programs first):
Executive Master of Healthcare Administration (EMHA) at Texas State University
Texas State University · San Marcos, TXFormatOnlineCredits40Est. tuition$20,080$502/creditAccreditationCAHMEMaster of Healthcare Administration (MHA) at Austin Peay State University
Austin Peay State University · Clarksville, TNFormatOnlineCredits42Est. tuition$22,386$533/credit · resident rateAccreditationCAHMEMaster of Health Administration (MHA) at Appalachian State University
Appalachian State University · Boone, NCFormatOnlineCredits46Est. tuition$23,506$511/creditAccreditationCAHMEMaster of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Online at Auburn University at Montgomery
Auburn University at Montgomery · Montgomery, ALFormatOnlineCredits36Est. tuition$17,388$483/credit · resident rateAccreditationCAHME- FormatOnlineCredits36Est. tuition$24,840$690/credit · resident rateAccreditationCAHME
UCF: Common Questions
Is UCF's Health Administration Program CAHME Accredited?
UCF is on the Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) accredited-program list, and the accreditation covers Master of Health Administration, Residential Track and Executive Master of Health Administration (online).
Does UCF Offer an Online MHA or Healthcare Administration Master's?
Yes. Executive Master of Health Administration (online) is offered online.
How Much Does UCF's Program Cost?
Master of Health Administration, Residential Track: $369.65 per credit hour in-state ($1,276.48 out-of-state) (about $21,070 for 57 credits, before fees). Executive Master of Health Administration (online): $772.69 per credit hour (includes university fees; same for domestic and international students) (about $33,998 for 44 credits, before fees). Confirm current rates and fees with the school.
Does UCF Require an Administrative Residency or Internship?
Master of Health Administration, Residential Track: Internship (HSA 6946, 240 contact hours) and MHA Capstone (HSA 6925). Executive Master of Health Administration (online): 4-credit capstone course.
How Long Is UCF's Program?
Master of Health Administration, Residential Track: 57 credit hours. Executive Master of Health Administration (online): 44 credit hours, About 2 years full time.
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