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Turn your passion into action with a degree in healthcare policy from Mount Saint Mary’s University

If you’re passionate about transforming healthcare for people, communities and beyond, the Healthcare Policy program at Mount Saint Mary’s University, Los Angeles offers the tools and training to make a lasting impact. This unique program brings together insights from political science, biology and psychology to give you a well-rounded understanding of the complex forces shaping healthcare today. With options to specialize in local, national or global healthcare policy, you’ll develop expertise in areas that matter most to you. Plus, hands-on experiences such as internships and travel studies will deepen your understanding by placing you at the forefront of healthcare challenges, both in your community and around the world.

As the fastest-growing employment field in the country, healthcare policy offers countless career paths. Whether you envision working in government, advocating for healthcare access or joining the pharmaceutical industry, the program’s blend of science and policy will prepare you to lead. You can also expand your horizons by pairing this major with minors such as pre-law or international relations, tailoring your education to your ambitions. Choose the Mount’s Healthcare Policy program to turn your passion for healthcare into meaningful change.

Career opportunities and program outcomes for healthcare policy graduates

Graduates of the Mount’s Healthcare Policy program leave prepared to excel in diverse and impactful roles across the healthcare sector. With a deep understanding of healthcare complexities and a drive to make a difference, they often go on to advanced study in health administration, public health or medical school. Others pursue meaningful careers directly after graduation, stepping into roles such as health policy analysts, healthcare project managers, healthcare administrators or advocacy coordinators.

Whether working for government agencies, nonprofit organizations or healthcare institutions, our alumni make a lasting impact, joining a vast network of people who champion policies and practices that improve local and global health outcomes. 

Undergraduate pathway to an MS in Healthcare Administration

Earn both a BA in Healthcare Policy (HCP) and an MS in Healthcare Administration (HCA) in as little as five years (plus summers)! This accelerated program is designed for students who are ready to make an impact in healthcare leadership and want to streamline their path from an HCP to an HCA.

At the end of this bridge program, students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of healthcare institutions, construct and evaluate arguments concerning healthcare policy issues.
2. Have the ability to explore and examine leadership qualities and characteristics in the global and diverse healthcare industry.
3. Utilize the major methodological tools in healthcare policy to effectively describe, explain and predict healthcare trends and policy outcomes.

Advance your research and leadership skills in diverse coursework to become Unstoppable changemakers. Earn your Master of Science in Healthcare Administration with us and grow into a health industry leader or policy maker who champions effective health policies and programs.