Healthcare Leadership Application

The Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Leadership utilizes an interdisciplinary approach that prepares students for careers in leadership positions across a spectrum of healthcare settings.

Examples of Employment post-graduation:

• Assistant Program Manager
• Business Manager
• Clinic Manager
• Communication Specialist
• Data Analyst
• Data Engineer
• Executive Director
• Family Services Coordinator
• Operations Manager
• Patient Coordinator
• Patient Registration
• Program Manager
• Registration Manager
• Utilization Review Specialist

Careers in Healthcare Leadership include...

• Insurance and other payer-organizations staff
• Health and policy analyst
• Health services management
• Group medical practice management
• Non-profit organization leadership
• Advocate/service representative in health care systems
• Quality assurance, human resources, risk management and safety staff

Admission is competitive. Applicants will be evaluated on the following criteria:

✓ Admissions essay, resume, and application (supplemental kit)

✓ Minimum 60 quarter credits completed

✓ Cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for all college coursework

✓ Currently licensed Washington State healthcare providers must provide proof of unrestricted license status (does not apply to non-licensed applicants)

✓ Completion of program prerequisite courses with a grade of 2.0 or higher (English Composition, Human Biology, Approved Statistics) prior to starting the Healthcare Leadership program. 

✓ Admitted students must complete criminal background check with acceptable results.  

✓ Read and agree to adhere to the Essential Behaviors for Admission, Continuation and Graduation and Social Networking Policy

The following are strongly preferred:

• Experiences related to healthcare (paid or volunteer). Health-related, professional, or volunteer experience strongly preferred.
• Leadership, Achievements, Accomplishments.
• Experience with Diverse Communities (such as racial, ethnic, ability, LGBTQI2S+, veteran and rural communities, among others).
• Experience with Disadvantaged Populations (such as food insecure and homeless populations).
• Special Skills/Experiences (such as being bilingual, research experiences, involvement in community engagement).

Application Resources

• Approved Statistics Courses
• Healthcare Leadership Transfer Planning Guide
• Healthcare Leadership Prerequisite Course Table
• Resume sample and information
• UW Transfer Equivalency Guide see how Washington state community and technical courses transfer to UW!
• For courses offered by any other institution, see the UW Tacoma's Transfer Credit Policies, or consult an advisor.

Applying for admission to the HCL program is a two-step process if you are not a current UW Tacoma student. An online application and official transcripts must be submitted to the University; other required supplemental materials go directly to the UW Tacoma School of Nursing and Healthcare Leadership.  

Make sure you have everything you need by checking the application checklist.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, after all application materials and transcripts have been received. Those meeting the deadlines listed are assured of a review. Applications completed after that date will be considered as space allows. If the number of applications exceeds the available space, admissions will be competitive.

Potential applicants are encouraged to meet with an UW Tacoma admissions advisor prior to applying. During the admissions process, admission advisors help match interests to the appropriate program of study, assist in successfully navigating the application process, and direct potential students to useful campus resources such as financial aid. They can also review transcripts and determine whether additional coursework is necessary for admission.

Healthcare Leadership admits students in autumn quarter only. The program can be completed in two years as a full-time student or on a part-time plan in no less than three years (5-10 credits per quarter).

Contact the School by email with questions about the Healthcare Leadership Program Application.

TRANSFER STUDENT

Apply online for the Healthcare Leadership Program by completing these steps in order:

1. Apply to UW-Tacoma as a Transfer Student.
2. Complete the Healthcare Leadership Program Application 

CURRENT UW TACOMA STUDENT

• Complete the Healthcare Leadership Program Application.

Returning students and international students, should contact the School directly by email for more information.