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ADMISSIONS 

Ready to start your brilliant pursuit? Read below for information on applications, eligibility, prerequisite requirements and more.

This information is dedicated to our Master's program. Please visit our departmental page here for more information about our undergraduate programs and degrees. 

 

 

Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2025

Application Deadline April 1, 2025

No GRE or GMAT Required

 

Applications can be submitted at any time. All applications received prior to each deadline will be reviewed and applicants can expect a decision within two weeks following each deadline.

See deadlines below for international students. 

 

 


 ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
  to be considered for the Master of Health Administration programs, please follow the steps below 


  • Step 1: Requirements/GPA


    To be considered for the MHA/eMHA programs, you must meet the following prerequisites:

    • Hold a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited school (must be completed by program start date)—no specific discipline required
    • Meet a GPA requirement of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
    • U.S. healthcare or supervisory experience (preferred, not required)
    • GRE/GMAT not required




















       

  • Step 2: Program Application


    You are responsible for submitting a complete application. The final online application process prompts you to submit your completed application. Your application will not be considered complete until you have submitted a complete online application and all necessary items have been received.

    Applicants of the MHA (on-campus) and eMHA (online) programs will have their materials reviewed by and correspond with the MHA Admissions Committee.

    Each program online application is linked below. Additionally, please review the Application Requirements section.

    Applications

     

    Students who applied for undergraduate programs at Weber State University using the online application will need to create a new login to access the graduate application.

    Applications will not be reviewed without payment.

    Credit card is the preferred form of payment, but other forms are welcome. Payment instructions will be given in the online application process. Checks must be made payable to Weber State University, make sure your name is clearly written on your check.

    A $60 application fee is due at the time of submission ($90 for dual, $95 for international, $125 for international dual).


APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 

before you begin—know what will be required when submitting an application to our Master's programs 


  • APPLICATION DEADLINES


    U.S.. Citizens & Permanent Residents

    • MHA (on-campus): APRIL 1 for the following fall semester 
    • eMHA (online): APRIL 1 for the following fall semester  
    • eMHA (online): OCTOBER 15 for the following spring semester 

     

    International Students

    • MHA (on-campus): FEBRUARY 20 (if living outside the U.S.) OR MARCH 1 (if living within the U.S.) for the following fall semester
    • eMHA (online): FEBRUARY 15 for the following fall semester
    • eMHA (online): SEPTEMBER 15 for the following spring semester
  • Transcripts


    Official transcripts of your academic record from all previous colleges or universities attended should be submitted.

    Sending your transcript electronically secured is the preferred method. If your college or university provides this option, request your transcripts to be sent directly to Brittney Hicken at brittneyhicken@weber.edu.

    If the college or university does not provide this option, request the official transcripts be sent to our admissions office address at:

    MHA Admission Committee
    Weber State University
    3959 Stadium Way, Dept. 3911
    Ogden UT 84408-3911

    If your transcripts are sent directly to you, then forward them UNOPENED in their original sealed envelope to the address above.

    If your transcripts are from Weber State University, you do not need to request these transcripts to be sent. 

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     


     

  • Essay, Resume & Letters


    Essay

    Within the application, you will be prompted to complete an essay.

    Please follow the instructions given during the online application process to upload your completed essay. 

     

    Resume

    The online application process will require that you upload a current resume or curriculum vitae. PDF format is preferred.

     

    Letters of Recommendation

    As part of the online application process, you will be asked to provide contact information for at least 2 individuals who will provide your recommendations. These individuals will receive an automatically generated email that will bring them to an evaluation form.

    In order to complete this portion of the application, the applicant will need the name and email address of each person making a recommendation.

    The MHA Admissions Committee suggests that you request these recommendations early in the application process to ensure those arrive prior to the application deadline.

    By requesting online recommendations, you have waived your right to see the content of the recommendations and understand that the recommendation will remain a confidential communication to the MHA Admissions Committee by each recommender.

  • GMAT or GRE Scores


    GMAT or GRE Scores

    If you want to strengthen your application with a GMAT or GRE score, please email Brittney Hicken for more information at brittneyhicken@weber.edu.



































     

  • Optional Information


    During the online application process, you will be given the opportunity to further explain any academic, work or personal areas that you feel will impact the acceptance of your application. 

    Examples of these extenuating circumstances or concerns can include: your academic performance as an accurate measure of your potential, unexplained gaps in your work experience, or unexplained gaps in your academic experience. 

    Explanations will be seen by the Admissions Committee. If needed, please elaborate in a separate Word document and upload the file with your online application.

    Weber State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, pregnancy, genetics, age (over 40), disability, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran, active military status and other classifications protected by law. Additional information can be found here.


INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

if you are an international applicant, please follow the link below and read through the additional steps 


International Application

If you are an international applicant, you will need to complete additional paperwork in order to comply with the University's and U.S. immigration regulations. Please visit our Steps to Apply page.

If you have questions about Weber State University's admissions process for international applicants, please contact our Admissions Office at
801-626-6005 or intladmissions@weber.edu.

If accepted to the program, international students are required to pay a $250 deposit to the International Student Success Center in addition to the $200 program deposit. Both deposits will be applied to the first semester tuition if the student fully matriculates.

Requirements

  • Meet all academic requirements above 
  • Demonstrate proficiency in English
    • If your native language is not English, you will be required to submit an English proficiency test score which must be no more than 2 years old.  The following are accepted English proficiency tests and minimum score requirements.
      • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - 550 or higher (PBT) or 80 or higher (iBT)
      • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - 6.5 overall score or higher
      • Duolingo English Test - 105 or higher
    • If you have received a bachelor's degree from an English-speaking college or university, you are exempted from this requirement. Documentation must be provided from the college or university to verify.
    • If you have taken a different language proficiency test other than those listed, please email Brittney Hicken for minimum score requirements at brittneyhicken@weber.edu.
  • You must have taken a English proficiency test and received at least your unofficial scores prior to submitting your application. Official score reports must be sent from the testing organization to Weber State University. Weber State University's institutional code is 4941-4211.
  • Foreign Credentials Evaluation
    • If you would like to receive credit for your college work from any colleges or universities that you have attended outside of the United States, you will need to have your credits evaluated by a foreign credential evaluation company. For a list of approved companies, please visit our Foreign Credentials Evaluation Services here

TOEFL Information

For information about TOEFL and testing, please visit Education Testing Services.

Education Testing Services
PO Box 6151
Princeton, NJ 08541-6151
609-771-7100

 


APPLICATION STATUS

here is what you can expect after your application is submitted  


You will be notified by email following a meeting of the MHA Admissions Committee regarding your application status for the MHA or eMHA programs.

If your application is ACCEPTED, you will be contacted by the enrollment director to schedule an admissions consult. If accepted, students are required to pay a $200 deposit to hold their spot in the program. The deposit will be applied to their first semester tuition. 

If your application is ON HOLD, you will have the opportunity to respond to deficiencies or clarify information for the Selection Committee. The committee will review this information in a subsequent meeting until the final status is determined.

If your application is DECLINED, your file will remain active for the next 12 months and may be resubmitted without paying an additional application fee.

You may provide evidence of changes that occurred since your application was first submitted to have your file reconsidered at the next committee meeting. For example, this may include a new GRE or GMAT score report, academic transcripts from subsequent coursework, updated work history, etc. This information will be added to the application file and forwarded to the committee for consideration.

For further questions regarding your application or to have your application reconsidered, please contact our Enrollment Director, Brittney Hicken, at brittneyhicken@weber.edu.

 

 


PROGRAM ADVISOR

contact our advisor for assistance or general questions  


 

 

 

Brittney Hicken, M.Ed., MPC

Recruiting/Enrollment Director 
MHA/eMHA Program Advisor

brittneyhicken@weber.edu
801-626-7259

Interprofessional Education Building
Room 212

 


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