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MPH-MHA Dual Public Health Degree
With the continued focus on health and wellness, demand for professionals who can bridge public health strategy and healthcare administration has never been stronger. Medical and health services managers — the primary career outcome for MPH-MHA graduates — earn a national median salary of $123,860 (May 2025 BLS OEWS) and are projected to see 23% job growth from 2024 to 2034, with approximately 62,100 openings per year. The broader healthcare sector is also accelerating: healthcare added 82,000 jobs in January 2026 alone, more than double the pace of a year earlier.
The MPH-MHA dual degree is a great option for those interested in health and health care on a broader scale than provider-to-patient care. The MPH degree prepares students to create and improve educational programs for the masses, and help communities achieve health and growth as a whole. The MHA side of the program focuses on the management and leadership of various healthcare organizations. Together, the dual degree will provide the skills to create significant change.
Courses within this dual program will enhance knowledge of health policy, health economics, management, quality improvement, leadership, and finance; plus, provide the skills to plan, implement, and evaluate health programs. This will lead to an abundance of career opportunities in hospitals, private and non-profit organizations, and governmental agencies.
Common career opportunities for those holding a MPH-MHA dual degree include:
- Healthcare CEO/COO
- Program Director
- Healthcare Consultant
- Hospital Administrator
- Health Educators
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Explore MPH-MHA Dual Degree Programs
If this type of program is something that you are interested in pursuing, below is a list of schools that offer the Masters of Public Health – Masters of Health Administration dual degree.
| Institution & Program | Delivery Mode | Location | Study Length | Test requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Indiana University / Purdue University of IndianapolisMaster of Public Health/Master of Health Administration | In-Person | Indianapolis, IN | 3 years | No GRE required |
Missouri UniversityMaster of Public Health / Master of Health Administration | In-Person | Springfield, MO | 2 years | GRE |
The University of Alabama at BirminghamMaster of Public Health/Master of Science in Health Administration | In-Person | — | 3+ years | No GRE required |
University of MichiganMaster of Public Health and Master of Health Administration | Online | Ann Arbor, MI | 2 years | GRE |
University of Wisconsin-MilwaukeeMaster of Public Health and Master of Social Work | In-Person | Milwaukee, WI | 2+ years | No GRE required |
Information last updated June 2026, using May 2025 BLS OEWS data and BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034.
Information last updated: June 2026