Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Sciences Management

BPHM is not currently accepting applications. If you would like to complete your degree with UVA, please connect with a recruitment coordinator to learn about additional opportunities, including the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree. 

Information below is for historical purposes: 

The Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Sciences Management (BPHM) is an online program for working adults who want to advance into leadership roles in healthcare settings. The program serves students with a wide range of backgrounds including those who may have an allied healthcare associate degree.

Key Takeaways

• Start dates in August and January
• Transfer up to 60 credits into UVA
• Undergraduate study designed around the lives and schedules of working adults who seek career advancement in the healthcare field
• Mix of asynchronous learning opportunities and synchronous, online evening courses led by established faculty
• Individualized academic advising

What You Will Learn

The program serves students with a wide range of backgrounds including those who may have an allied healthcare associate degree in:

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• emergency medical services
• health information management
• medical laboratory technology
• occupational and physical therapy assisting
• radiography, respiratory therapy, or sonography

The curriculum of the Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Sciences Management (BPHM) includes 120 credits of required and elective courses, consisting of general education, health science technical requirements and electives, major core requirements, and advanced (restricted) electives. Learn more about the BPHM Curriculum and Student Success Resources.

Meet the Faculty

How It Works

This program is developed to be flexible. Our instructors understand adult learners are balancing many demands. Classes are held primarily synchronously online in the evening so you can ask questions, dig deeper, and develop long-lasting relationship with your classmates and instructors.

On average, students take two courses per term, including the summer, and take three to four years to complete the degree. Many are able to finish sooner, or some students choose to move more slowly, taking up to seven years.

Tuition & Fees

• Estimated cost: $499 tuition per credit hour and $10 fees per credit hour, or $30,540 for 60 credits. Students pay per course, per semester.
• Pay the same tuition rate whether you are in-state or out-of-state.
• This program is eligible for Active Duty Military Rate of $250 per credit hour
• Students have access to financial aid, scholarships and payment plans
• Additional fees may apply, including course materials. Tuition rates are adjusted annually.

See all Tuition and Financial Aid information

Scholarships

BPHM students may be eligible for both institutional and department scholarships, including:

• Achievement Award
• Charlottesville Scholarship Program
• Dean's Promise Scholarship
• Enslaved Ancestors Scholarship
• Osher Reentry Scholarship
• Tobacco Region Loan Forgiveness Program

A critical first step is for all students to apply for financial aid. This ensures you are being considered for all possible aid, including scholarships and grants. 

For more information about scholarships, please contact Donna Jennings, 434.982.5246 or scps-scholarships@virginia.edu.

Admission Requirements & Deadlines

SCPS is not currently accepting applications for the Bachelor of Professional Studies in Health Sciences Management.

To learn more about opportunities to complete your degree online with UVA, please explore our Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies program.