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Explore Our Online Graduate Degree Programs

Take the next step in your academic and professional journey with an online master’s degree from Methodist University. Our flexible, career-focused programs deliver the advanced skills you need in a flexible format that allows you to learn from anywhere while continuing to work full-time. Find your program below.

Why Choose MU?

The university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

The Reeves School of Business is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

MU was named #1 Most Diverse University in North Carolina for 2022 by Niche University Rankings and Reviews

The university was ranked among the Top 100 Regional Universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report

71.8% of classes have fewer than 20 students, delivering the personal attention you need to thrive

Compare MU’s Online Healthcare Administration Programs

ProgramMaster of Science in Nursing: Administrative LeadershipMaster of Health Administration (MHA)
Ideal CandidateYou are a registered nurse who wants to improve your nursing practice and prepare for leadership opportunities.You want to lead teams, make important decisions, and improve organizational performance as a healthcare administrator.
CurriculumStudy informatics and healthcare technologies, population and global health, transformational leadership, quality assurance practices, and more.Study health management leadership, policy, marketing, legal and ethical issues, statistics, organizational behavior, and more.
Admission Requirements
  • Completed application
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree
  • 2.75 GPA
  • Current unencumbered RN license
  • Personal statement
  • Resume or CV
  • Official transcripts
  • Completed application
  • Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement
  • Official transcripts
Graduate OutcomesGain valuable theoretical and practical knowledge to guide clinical decision-making and promote person-centered care as a leader in the nursing field.Prepare to manage, lead, and improve our changing healthcare system through evidence-based practices.

Student Pathways

When you choose to continue your education with one of MU’s online master’s programs, you have options. We offer benefits like a generous transfer policy, best-in-class military student support, and international admissions policies that help put your next degree within reach. Maximize your academic, professional, and life experience with our accessible online graduate programs.

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Transfer to MU

We evaluate credits for courses completed with a grade of C or higher from other regionally accredited institutions to help you finish your program faster and maximize your previous academic experience. MU accepts three to nine transfer credits for our online master’s degree programs. We also provide an official, course-by-course evaluation of your specific transfer credit upon admission

Military Student Support

Because we are located just a few miles from Fort Liberty, the largest U.S. military base in the world, MU understands the unique needs of active military members, veterans, and their families. Benefits like a generous transfer credit policy, career-focused programs, and fully online coursework make earning your degree accessible, even if you’re deployed.

International Student Admission

MU welcomes international students to apply to our online programs. If you are a non-native English speaker, scores of 500 (PBT), 173 (CBT), and 61 (IBT) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) are required for admission. For more details about international student admission, please contact us.

Why Study Online?

Enjoy an online learning environment that offers the same quality as in-person courses, including dedicated faculty members and an overall caring, friendly atmosphere for achieving your professional and personal goals.

You’ll also have access to all academic support services. That means you’ll get personalized assistance you need, such as access to the tutoring and writing centers. Experience a distinctive education in a flexible environment that fits your schedule.

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Interested in a Different Online Program?

MU also offers Bachelor’s degrees and Graduate Certificates. Learn more about these 100% online programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to commonly asked questions about graduate study at MU.

While completion time varies by degree option, our online graduate programs are designed for students to complete in two years or less.

Yes. We offer a generous transfer policy designed to help you maximize your previous academic experience. Depending on the program you choose, three to nine transfer credits are accepted for online graduate programs at MU.

Work experience is not required for admission to our online MBA program. Prerequisite requirements include a statistics course; for more information, please contact us.

Our online graduate degree programs are designed to provide maximum flexibility for working adults. The asynchronous format allows you to study on your schedule as you work toward your academic goals.

Applications for MU’s online master’s programs are reviewed on a rolling basis. If you miss the deadline for one term, your application will immediately be reviewed and considered for the next term without needing to re-apply.

Start dates include:

  • Fall I: August 19, 2024
  • Fall II: October 14, 2024
  • Spring I: January 6, 2025
  • Spring II: March 3, 2025
  • Summer I: April 28, 2025
  • Summer II: June 23, 2025
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