Why pursue a B.S. in Healthcare Administration at Nelson University?
- Healthcare today is often shaped by profit pressures and policy tensions. Christian leaders are urgently needed. These leaders must uphold integrity in administration, stewardship, and resource allocation. They must champion patient dignity and ethical care. They must also lead with biblically informed clarity when facing bioethical dilemmas.
- Healthcare is one of the fastest-growing industries in the U.S., creating strong demand for skilled administrators and leaders. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of medical and health services managers is projected to grow 28% from 2021 to 2031, much faster than the average for all occupations.
- This growth is driven by:
- An aging population and increased chronic disease prevalence
- The expansion of nonprofit and faith-based health systems
- The growing role of healthcare in community development
- Nelson’s Healthcare Administration program uniquely combines business fundamentals, healthcare systems knowledge, and biblical principles, preparing graduates to lead with moral clarity in an increasingly complex and ethically challenging field.
Program Focus
This program is designed for students who feel called to the healthcare space but may not wish to pursue nursing or medical school. It provides a non-clinical pathway into meaningful healthcare leadership roles.*
Students develop:
- Knowledge of healthcare systems and organizational structures
- Administrative and management skills for healthcare environments
- Ethical decision-making grounded in a Christian worldview
- Data-informed and patient-centered leadership practices
Healthcare today is often shaped by profit pressures and policy tensions. Christian leaders are urgently needed who will:
Uphold integrity in administration, stewardship, and resource allocation
Champion patient dignity and ethical care
Lead with biblically informed clarity in bioethical dilemmas
*Eligible students may qualify for a Fast-Track option to the M.B.A. in Healthcare Administration. The Fast-Track option allows approved undergraduate coursework to be applied toward graduate degree requirements, reducing total time to completion. Admission criteria and eligibility requirements apply.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Apply foundational business and healthcare management principles to analyze and address administrative challenges in diverse healthcare settings.
- Evaluate healthcare policies, laws, and ethical standards to ensure organizational compliance and patient-centered care.
- Analyze healthcare data, financial reports, and operational metrics to support strategic planning and performance improvement.
- Design solutions that improve quality, safety, and efficiency using evidence-based management practices.
- Integrate biblical principles and a Christian worldview into ethical decision-making and servant leadership in healthcare administration.
- Complete a full-semester internship or capstone experience (120 hours) that includes partnerships with local healthcare organizations and hands-on exposure to healthcare administration practices, including:
- Managerial decision-making
- Financial and operational analysis
- Human resources and labor management
- Supply chain and operations management
- Organizational change management
Admission Requirements
Applicants to the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration must meet the following requirements:
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
- Submission of standardized test scores
- A personal statement outlining academic and ministry goals
- Recommendations from a church or ministry leader
Additional admission requirements may apply.
Tuition & Financial Aid
The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration is structured to provide strong academic value while remaining financially accessible. Tuition is charged per credit hour, and students progress through the program within the standard 120-hour degree framework.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities are available to qualifying students. Nelson University’s financial aid team is available to assist students in understanding tuition costs, payment options, and available funding resources.
Careers and Outcomes
| Possible Careers |
|---|
| Hospitals and healthcare systems |
| Clinics and physician practices |
| Long-term care facilities |
| Nonprofit and faith-based health organizations |
FAQS
No. The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration is a non-clinical program designed for students interested in leadership, management, and administrative roles in healthcare rather than nursing or medical school.
No prior healthcare experience is required. The program is designed to introduce students to healthcare systems while building strong foundations in business, leadership, and ethics.
Graduates may pursue administrative and management roles in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, nonprofit and faith-based health organizations, public health agencies, community wellness initiatives, and global missions contexts.
Yes. Students complete a full-semester internship or capstone experience (120 hours), partnering with a healthcare organization to gain hands-on experience in healthcare administration and management practices.
Yes. The Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration is available both on campus and online, offering flexibility for traditional and nontraditional students.
Yes. Graduates are well prepared to pursue advanced study, including Nelson University’s MBA with a specialization in Healthcare Administration. Qualified students may also be eligible for the accelerated MBA option.