Online Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Leadership
Shape the Quality and Impact of Health Services
Healthcare leadership skills are essential for shaping the future effectiveness and quality of healthcare services, which is in demand at employers like Kaiser Permanente, Stanford Health Care, Sutter Health, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and many more. Develop comprehensive leadership skills in interprofessional collaboration, financial principles, and management and strategies.
Program Information
Modality
Online
Program Format
8-week courses · 5 terms year-round
Program Length
2 years · 60 units
Cost Per Unit
$525* for Fall 2026 · Financial aid and scholarships available
Applications Open
February 1 – July 15 for Fall A start · June 15 – August 1 for Fall B start
Start Terms
Fall A · Fall B · Spring A · Spring B · Summer
How to Apply
General Requirements
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Complete at least 60 transferable semester or 90 quarter units. A maximum of 70 semester units from community colleges can be transferred toward the degree. Depending on the program, you could have as few as 50 semester units at the time of application.
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Complete all four CSU-approved general education requirements with a grade C- or higher.
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(A1) Oral Communication/Speech
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(A2) Written English Composition
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(A3) Critical Thinking/Logic
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(B4) Math/Quantitative Reasoning
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Have an overall grade point average of 2.0 or better.
Out-of-State Eligibility
If you live outside of California, check whether our program is approved to accept an application from you.
Students from Oregon enrolled in an SJSU Online and Professional Education program will be subject to Oregon State requirements for transferring course works. Specifically, a grade of “C” or better must be earned in all General Education courses.
Graduation Requirement
Complete all CSU Lower Division General Education requirements.
To view the program's courses, roadmap, and more, visit the Interdisciplinary Studies, Health Care Leadership, BS catalog webpage.
To Begin in August (Fall Term A):
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Apply between February 1 – July 1.
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Complete admissions requirements by no later than the previous spring term.
To begin in October (Fall Term B):
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Apply between June 15 – August 1.
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Complete admissions requirements no later than the previous spring term.
To Begin in January (Spring Term A):
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Apply between August 1 – November 1.
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Complete admissions requirements by no later than the previous fall term.
To begin in March (Spring Term B):
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Apply between October 15 – December 1.
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Complete admissions requirements by no later than the previous fall term.
To Begin in June (Summer Term):
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Apply between December 1 – April 1.
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Complete admissions requirements by no later than the previous fall term.
Choose an Application Cycle
Review the application cycle dates and deadlines for this program to determine what timeline works best for you. We admit applicants on a rolling basis, so you should apply as early as you can during your preferred application cycle to secure your spot while it's still available.
Prepare Your Transcripts
Gather your transcripts from the colleges or universities where you have been enrolled so you can easily enter that information on your application and maximize the number of credits you transfer. All academic information you report on your application must be verified with your official transcripts. Any discrepancy affecting your eligibility could result in the withdrawal of your application or admission.
Review the Admission Requirements
Review our general admission requirements any program-specific admission requirements to ensure you can submit a strong application. If you don't meet all of the requirements at this time, our Enrollment Counseling team will happily work with you to get you in a position to submit a successful application in the near future.
Meet with Your Enrollment Counselor
Schedule an appointment with an Enrollment Counselor to discuss your questions, complete an unofficial transcript review, and more.
Apply through Cal State Apply
Watch our video tutorial above or select any of the bookmarks below for steps to guide you through your application.
For more support, you can also view the Cal State Apply Transfer Application Guide.
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Valuable Learning Experiences
Our interdisciplinary and practical program will provide you with the experiences and confidence to immediately impact the healthcare field.
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Coursework focuses on health care leadership skills, financial principles, management strategies and standards to improve patient care.
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You’ll also take courses in the physical and social sciences, giving you a well-rounded education to pursue careers in allied health roles or to prepare you for entry into a variety of health-related graduate degree programs.
Featured Courses
What can you do with a Health Care Leadership degree?
The flexibility offered by our Interdisciplinary Studies degree in Health Care Leadership, and the practical skills learned in the program, lead to many exciting careers in fields as diverse as public health, health education and administration, marketing and public relations, media, policy, research, clinical care, biotechnology, pharmaceutical development and sales, worksite wellness, politics, government, and environmental health among others.
Healthcare leadership majors in California earn an average annual salary of $78,000 and an upper range of $123,000, according to Zip Recruiter.
Take a look at some of the top sectors, top companies, and examples of job titles of our alumni, according to LinkedIn.
Top Job Titles
- Clinical Data Developer
- Product Manager
- Quality Consultant
- Rare Disease Patient Access Manager
- Research Finance Manager
- Senior Campaign Manager
- Senior Management Analyst
- Workplace Health Specialist
Top Companies
- Kaiser Permanente
- Santa Clara County Valley Medical Center
- Stanford Health Care
- Sutter Health
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Sectors
- Administration
- Business development
- Community and social services
- Healthcare services
- Information technology
- Operations
- Research
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Gain momentum through intentional learning, meaningful support and real opportunity. Whether you’re starting your journey, advancing your education or expanding your professional skills, SJSU helps you go further.
Undergraduate Admissions
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Costs and Financial Aid
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Undergraduate Student Experience
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