- Five years of health-related work experience in either a clinical or management position is preferred.
- Currently working full-time in health care.
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited university.
- Completed online application which includes a resume, statement of objectives and three recommendations.
No admission test is required for EMSHA format.
Application Deadline
Students are only admitted in the fall of each year. The admissions committee will begin reviewing completed applications in early March.
The first priority deadline is April 1. After April 1, applications will be considered on a space available basis.
Application Procedure
The following materials must be submitted to the MSHA Program:
Official transcripts from each institution where college credit was received can be mailed to:
UAB Graduate School
LHL G03
1720 2nd Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35294-0013
- Completed online application which includes a resume, statement of objectives and three recommendations.
- Non-refundable application fee (U.S. $70.00, International $85.00).
- International students must take one of the following exams: TOEFL (minimum score of 80), IELTS (minimum score of 6.5), or PTEA (minimum score of 53)
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended submitted directly to the UAB Graduate School.
Note: If you are employed by a UAB entity, please contact Heather Lee at 205-996-6593 or