Kentucky · Verified September 2026
MHA Programs in Kentucky
Where Can You Earn an MHA in Kentucky?
4 schools in Kentucky offer 4 health administration master's programs we verified, including Northern Kentucky University, University of Kentucky and University of Louisville. 3 can be taken online. 2 schools are on CAHME's accredited list. Estimated tuition runs from $19,686 to $37,109 before fees.
Kentucky Schools Compared
| School | Programs | Formats | CAHME | Lowest est. tuition | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of KentuckyLexington · Public | 1 | Campus | CAHME | ||
| University of LouisvilleLouisville · Public | 1 | Online | CAHME | $37,109 | 43 |
| Northern Kentucky UniversityHighland Heights · Public | 1 | Online | $19,686 | 34 | |
| Western Kentucky UniversityBowling Green · Public | 1 | Online | 36 |
From each school's own pages, reviewed September 2026. Estimated tuition is the published per-credit rate times the stated credits, before fees, or the school's published total.
Every Program in Kentucky
4 programs in Kentucky
Master of Science in Health Administration (MSHA), Online at Northern Kentucky University
Northern Kentucky University · Highland HeightsFormatOnlineCredits34Est. tuition$19,686$579/creditAccreditationNot CAHME- FormatOn campusCredits–Est. tuition$842per credit · resident rateAccreditationCAHME
Master of Health Administration (MHA) at Western Kentucky University
Western Kentucky University · Bowling GreenFormatOnlineCredits36Est. tuition–AccreditationNot CAHMEMaster of Science in Health Administration (MSHA), Online at University of Louisville
University of Louisville · LouisvilleFormatOnlineCredits43Est. tuition$37,109$863/creditAccreditationCAHME
No programs match these filters.
Program facts come from each school's own pages, reviewed September 2026. Estimated tuition is the published per-credit rate times the stated credits, before fees, or the school's published program total; "resident rate" means the school charges nonresidents more. CAHME status comes from CAHME's accredited-program list.
What an MHA Costs in Kentucky
2 Kentucky programs publish enough to estimate tuition before fees, from $19,686 at Northern Kentucky University to $37,109 at University of Louisville. The Kentucky median is $19,686, against $27,000 nationally.
| Program | Credits | Est. tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Kentucky University: Master of Science in Health Administration (MSHA), onlineMaster of Science in Health Administration (MSHA), online | 34 | $19,686 |
| University of Louisville: Master of Science in Health Administration (MSHA), onlineMaster of Science in Health Administration (MSHA), online | 43 | $37,109 |
Public universities' figures are usually the in-state rate. Turn any program into a full cost and loan estimate with the MHA cost and loan calculator.
Largest Health Administration Programs in Kentucky
By master's degrees awarded in health administration fields in 2022-23 (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS), Northern Kentucky University has Kentucky's largest program, followed by University of Kentucky and Western Kentucky University. Size tells you how many classmates and alumni to expect, not how good a program is, and schools that report their MHA under business or public administration codes don't appear.
| School | Master's awarded, 2022-23 |
|---|---|
| Northern Kentucky University | 17 |
| University of Kentucky | 16 |
| Western Kentucky University | 12 |
Online Options for Kentucky Residents
You aren't limited to schools in Kentucky: 291 online programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide. Before you apply, confirm the school can enroll Kentucky residents online.
| Lowest-cost online programs elsewhere | Est. tuition |
|---|---|
| American College of Education: Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) · Indiana | $8,460 |
| Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences: Master of Science in Health Care AdministrationMaster of Science in Health Care Administration · Oklahoma | $9,120 |
| Peirce College: Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSHCA)Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSHCA) · Pennsylvania | $9,900 |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center: Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSHA, online)Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSHA, online) · Texas | $10,378 |
| University of Phoenix: Online Master of Health Administration (Competency Based)Online Master of Health Administration (Competency Based) · Arizona | $10,800 |
| Lowest-cost CAHME-accredited online programs | Est. tuition |
|---|---|
| University of Phoenix: Online Master of Health Administration (Competency Based)Online Master of Health Administration (Competency Based) · Arizona | $10,800 |
| Wichita State University: Master of Health Administration (MHA), onlineMaster of Health Administration (MHA), online · Kansas | $15,821 |
| University of North Carolina Wilmington: Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) · North Carolina | $17,033 |
| Auburn University at Montgomery: Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) OnlineMaster of Healthcare Administration (MHA) Online · Alabama | $17,388 |
| American Public University System: Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSHA)Master of Science in Healthcare Administration (MSHA) · West Virginia | $18,800 |
Compare every option on the online MHA programs page, or let the program matcher rank them for you.
Healthcare Administrator Pay in Kentucky
Medical and health services managers, the federal occupation for hospital and health system administrators, earn a median $103,450 a year in Kentucky, 16% below the U.S. median of $123,860 and 46th of 54 states with a published figure. The middle of the range matters more than the median: the lowest-paid 10% earn under $58,560 and the top 10% over $216,940, across 8,600 jobs.
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 11-9111. Pay depends on the size of the organization and the role; an MHA is common but not required for these jobs. What you can do with an MHA.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many MHA Programs Are in Kentucky?
We verified 4 health administration master's programs at 4 schools in Kentucky; 2 of those schools are on CAHME's accredited list.
Which Kentucky Schools Have CAHME-Accredited Programs?
University of Kentucky and University of Louisville.
Can Kentucky Residents Earn an MHA Online?
Yes. Beyond Kentucky's own programs, 291 online programs at schools in other states accept students nationwide; confirm each school can enroll Kentucky residents online. Online MHA programs.
How Much Does an MHA Cost in Kentucky?
Estimated tuition for Kentucky programs that publish a rate and their credits runs from $19,686 to $37,109 before fees. Public universities usually charge nonresidents more.
How Much Do Healthcare Administrators Earn in Kentucky?
Medical and health services managers in Kentucky earn a median $103,450 a year across 8,600 jobs (BLS, May 2025), against $123,860 nationally.
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Sources
- Official program, tuition and admissions pages of the 4 Kentucky schools listed, reviewed September 2026
- CAHME, accredited and certified programs
- U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS completions 2022-23
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025