IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health
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M.H.A. Admissions
Application, admission, and degree-granting requirements and regulations shall be applied equitably to all individuals, applicants and students regardless of age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or national origin. All applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, show evidence of satisfactory preparation in math and computer skills and have acceptable academic record.
Fall Semester Deadlines: The deadline for submission for International applicants is February 1. The deadline for submission for U.S. applicants is July 15. Applications received after these dates will not be given priority.
Mandatory Orientation Dates and Times: Check the Department of Public Health's website for specific information. Under Academic Programs click Master of Health Administration (M.H.A.), on the right-hand navigation click Admissions.
Spring Semester Deadlines: The Master in Health Administration (M.H.A.) Program does not accept applications for admission in the spring term; students are admitted for matriculation in the fall only. The only exception to this is if the applicant has completed the Graduate Certificate in Health Systems Management from IU, in which case the applicant may be considered for spring admission.
Transfer Credit: Students transferring from an accredited program or school may transfer up to 9 credit hours of coursework, in which a grade of B or better was awarded, into the M.H.A. Program. To be considered for transfer credit, submission of the course syllabus and Request for Evaluation of Transfer Credit Form is required. Please note that a separate form must be completed for each course requesting to be evaluated for transfer. Students will be notified by mail regarding the results of their request(s) for transfer credit.
Click here and scroll down to access the Evaluation of Transfer of Credit Form.
Criteria for Applicants
Both International and U.S. Applicants must possess a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university or college, submit their official GRE scores, send in your official transcripts*, complete undergraduate courses in accounting, microeconomics, and statistics, and show competency in communication skills (written and oral).
*NOTE: If you attended any Indiana University campus, you do not need to send transcripts for your IU credits.
Students meeting the above requirements are not guaranteed admission. Other admission factors include references, the personal statement, and personal interview (if applicable).
Application Instructions
If you are applying to a dual program, please be sure to send copies of all documents to both programs. Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Health Systems Management or Health Policy and are applying to the M.H.A. program must complete a new application using new log in information. Your application will be reviewed by the M.H.A. Admissions Committee once all supporting documents and requirements have been met.
When filling out the online application, you must select either Master of Health Administration or Graduate Certificate in Health Policy or Health Systems Managment as the program of your choice.
Application Fee
International Applicants: Applicants who hold non-immigrant or exchange visas are required to submit application and application fee to the Office of International Affairs (OIA). Applicants with a US citizenship, Permanent Residency, Asylee or Refugee status with a foreign bachelor degree are required to submit application and application fee to the Office of International Affairs (OIA).
U.S. Applicants: A non-refundable $50.00 fee (only payable by American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa) is required in order to process application.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Applicants are required to submit official scores from the GRE taken within the past 5 years. A minimum total score (Verbal and Quantitative scores combined) of 1000 is expected of applicants. When submitting your GRE scores, use IUPUI school code 1325 and departmental code 0616. Information about the GRE is available at www.gre.org. The following exams can be substituted for the GRE: LSAT, GMAT, or MCAT. A petition to waive the GRE can be submitted with the application if individuals (1) already have a graduate or professional degree or (2) completed a graduate certificate from the IU Department of Public Health with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Mail submitted score to:
IU Department of Public Health AdmissionMaster of Health Administration Program 714 N. Senate Avenue Suite 250 Indianapolis, IN 46202
The GRE is in the process of revising the scoring system. Visit www.GRE.org for more information.
Revised GRE Scoring System
GRE revised General Test (taken on or after August 1, 2011)*
| Measure | Scores Reported |
| Verbal Reasoning | 130 - 170 (1 point increments) |
| Quantitative Reasoning | 130 - 170 (1 point increments) |
| Analytic Writing | 0 - 6 (half point increments) |
*NOTE: GRE® revised General Test Scores will be reported beginning in November 2011. View the detailed score reporting schedule. If no questions are answered for a specific measure (e.g., Verbal Reasoning), then you will receive a No Score (NS) for that measure. Scores are valid for five years.
GRE General Test (taken prior to August 1, 2011)*
| Measure | Scores Reported |
| Verbal Reasoning | 200 - 800 (10 point increments) |
| Quantitative Reasoning | 200 - 800 (10 point increments) |
| Analytic Writing | 0 - 6 (half point increments) |
*NOTE: In November, a newly designed score report will be introduced when score reporting begins for the GRE revised General Test. For individuals who took the GRE General Test prior to August 1, 2011, the score report will include your Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning scores on the 200-800 scale as well as estimated Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning scores on the new 130-170 score scale.
If no questions are answered for a specific measure (e.g., Verbal Reasoning), then you will receive a No Score (NS) for that measure.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Applicants who are not native English speakers or who received their bachelor's degree outside the United States must submit official TOEFL scores (taken within the past two years) or proof of English proficiency. Scores can be sent to IUPUI School Code 1325 or mailed to:
IU Department of Public Health AdmissionMaster of Health Administration Program
714 N. Senate Avenue Suite 250
Indianapolis, IN 46202
The following TOEFL score is expected of applicants to the MHA program:
| Internet-based TOEFL | minimum score: 106 |
| Computer-based TOEFL | minumum score: 263 |
| Paper-based TOEFL | minimum score: 620 |
| IELTS | minimum score: 7 |
For more information on IUPUI TOEFL requirements, visit the Office of International Affairs. For more information about the TOEFL exam, visit www.toefl.org.
IUPUI English Placement Test
International students who reside in the U.S. at the time of application must submit either TOEFL, ILETS or IUPUI EAP (English for Academic Purposes) exam scores. International applicants who do not reside in the U.S. at the time of application must submit their TOEFL or ILETS scores with their application and, if admitted to the MHA Program, must also complete the EAP Exam upon arrival to Indianapolis. The USMLE and ECFMG do not fulfill the required proof of English proficiency when applying to the MHA Program. Applicants who have passed the USMLE or ECFMG must also submit TOEFL, ILETS or EAP scores.
For further information on the EAP, contact thehttp://liberalarts.iupui.edu/english/index.php/academics/eap/eap_home.
Personal Statement
The personal statement should be a minimum of 500 words and a maximum of 750 words in length and can be uploaded to the online application. In your own words, describe experiences that have shaped your interest in health administration. Indicate why you are interested in the MHA Program or Graduate Certificate in Health Policy or Health Systems Management. Outline your professional goals; immediate and long term. In your personal statement, it is imperative that you cite your sources if you include any statements or quotes that are not your original thought. All personal statements are submitted to www.turnitin.com by the Department of Public Health to ensure originality and proper citation.
Resume
Applicants must submit a resume. For each position on the resume, provide the job title, employing agency, dates employed, and responsibilities held. Indicate any additional strengths or skills such as fluency in foreign languages, research experience, teaching experience, community service and demonstration of leadership skills. Include professional certifications, honors, and awards. Please email your resume to pbhealth@iupui.edu or mail it to:
IU Department of Public Health AdmissionMaster of Health Administration Program
714 N. Senate Avenue Suite 250
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Transcripts
You will need to submit official transcripts, marksheets and diplomas from all colleges/universities attended. The IUPUI Office of International Affairs will evaluate your transcripts to determine if eligibility requirements for graduate study have been met. Official documents should be mailed to:
IU Department of Public Health AdmissionMaster of Health Administration Program
714 N. Senate Avenue Suite 250
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Recommendations
The MHA Program expects that at least three letters of recommendations will be submitted from professional sources that can provide an unbiased critical assessment of your abilities, skills, and strengths and weaknesses. Examples of professional and academic sources are academic advisors, professors, preceptors or immediate supervisors. Examples of sources that are not acceptable include coworkers, colleagues, classmates and relatives.
NOTE: All recommenders are required to provide an e-mail address for online submission. If electronic submission is not possible, click here and scroll down to access the MHA Recommendation Form.
Interview
A personal interview of required of any applicant who:
- has earned a undergraduate degree within the year they are applying or
- holds a baccalaureate degree earned outside the United States or
- is invited at the discretion of the Admission Committee.
Photo
Applicants are required to email a clear and visible 2 x 3 photo taken with the last 12 months to pbhealth@iupui.edu.
M.H.A. Supplemental Questions
M.H.A. applicants are also required to provide responses to supplemental questions. Click here and scroll down to access the Admissions Supplemental Questions. Email responses to pbhealth@iupui.edu.
Helpful Websites
Graduate Record Examination, (GRE) - http://www.gre.org
Educational Testing Service (ETS) - http://www.ets.org
IUPUI Office of International Affairs - http://international.iupui.edu
IUPUI Office of Financial Aid - http://www.iupui.edu/finaid/