Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration

B.S. in Healthcare Administration

Our Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration program will teach you the leadership skills and healthcare knowledge you need to excel in this highly competitive field. At CCU, all of our courses are taught from a Christian worldview. This gives you the opportunity to discuss and grapple with pressing issues, including ethical considerations, quality of life issues, and personal interactions.

Program Focus

Statistics and informatics; regulations affecting healthcare; and fiscal concerns affecting efficient delivery of healthcare

In our bachelor's in Healthcare Administration program, you'll be trained in a wide array of healthcare topics while learning from industry-experienced instructors. You'll also become adept at leading and managing others, because healthcare is, at its core, about people.

- 120 credit hours (36 in major core)
- Courses are taken one at a time and are typically completed in five-week blocks
- CCU's generous transfer credit policies help you accelerate your degree completion
- Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Admissions for Adult Undergraduate and Degree Completion Students
For adult students interested in beginning or completing their undergraduate degree, the College of Adult and Graduate Studies at Colorado Christian University offers a variety of flexible educational opportunities. These include bachelor's degree programs that open new doors for your career, associate degree programs to help you build a strong foundation, and certificate programs to give you that extra edge.
Admission Requirements
- Complete the adult undergraduate application online.
- Provide your enrollment counselor with a copy of your state-issued driver's license or a state-issued identification card. This ID must include your photo and be within the expiration date. If you are an international student, visit our international student admissions page for more information or contact your enrollment counselor with any questions.
- Submit proof of your high school graduation or completion. This must be your high school transcript with graduation date, a copy of your high school diploma, or a copy of your high school equivalent certificate (GED).
Submit Related Application Materials To:
To submit application-related materials that were not already submitted through the online application, email them to AdmissionsSupport@ccu.edu or mail to:
Colorado Christian University
Attn: Registration Services/Transcripts
8787 W. Alameda Ave.
Lakewood, CO 80226
Admission to Licensure Programs
Admission to a licensure program in the College of Adult and Graduate Studies does not guarantee licensure at the completion of the program. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure they meet all licensure requirements, which often includes a background check.
For students who may wish to seek licensure, CCU has provided professional licensure disclosures to aid students in determining specific state requirements for professional licensure. Each state makes the final determination if an individual is eligible to sit for licensure based on the rules and regulations of that state at the time a student applies for licensure.
Admission Timelines
Colorado Christian University's College of Adult and Graduate Studies offers accelerated degree completion programs for adult students. Courses are typically offered in five-week blocks. You can enter CCU at the beginning of any adult studies course. This gives you the flexibility to start at virtually any time during the year. CCU operates on a standard semester time frame. Semesters include spring, summer, and fall.
Non-degree Seeking Students
If you wish to take courses in Colorado Christian University's College of Adult and Graduate Studies without working toward a degree, you must apply for a Non-Degree Seeking program on CCU's Adult Undergraduate Admission Application. Please see the Non-Degree Seeking Students website for details
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Course Catalog

Tuition & Fees

Healthcare Administration skills are in great demand!

A degree in healthcare management and administration can prepare you to provide for leadership careers in healthcare administration, including a residential clinic manager, a supervisor in a long-term care facility, or the administrator of a large unit in a hospital.

Note: If you complete all of the General Education Core requirements in CCU's Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, you will satisfy all General Education requirements in the B.S. in Healthcare Administration if you transfer to this program.

Healthcare Administration bachelor's degree program benefits

The program is specifically designed for busy adult students with work and family commitments.
All coursework is completed online. Most classes are only five weeks long and weekly assignments have due dates that make it possible for you to complete your work on your schedule.
Small class sizes encourage individualized learning and networking.
Students have direct access to professors who are also professionals in the field.
Take advantage of CCU's generous transfer credit policies to accelerate your degree!

Nursing and Healthcare Related Programs

Associate Degrees: Healthcare Administration, A.S.
Bachelor's Degrees: Healthcare Administration, B.S.; Nursing, BSN; RN to BSN Degree Completion, RN-BSN
Master's Degrees: Master of Science in Nursing, MSN; MBA – Emphasis in Healthcare Administration
Doctoral Degrees: Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP
Undergraduate Certificates: Healthcare Administration
Graduate Certificates: Healthcare Administration

State Exclusions for Online Students

Colorado Christian University is required by the U.S. Department of Education to be in compliance with state laws regarding where we can offer distance and/or online education. The College of Adult and Graduate Studies at Colorado Christian University offers courses to online students in all states with some exceptions for specific academic programs.