Master of Science in Health Administration

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1 Tel.: 818/ Fax: 818/ Dear Prospective Student: Thank you for your recent inquiry about the (MSHA) Program at. The Graduate Program in Health Administration prepares a diverse student body for mid-level and senior-level positions in health care management and related disciplines. With a focus on learning-centered courses, community partnerships, research, and scholarship, the Program aims to educate students for professional positions. Graduates of this program will enhance the operational efficiency and effectiveness of health care and related organizations and improve delivery and access to quality care. Applications to the MSHA are being accepted for Fall semester The following link to the Program s website provides access to materials that describe the Program, the course requirements and the criteria used for evaluating prospective applicants. All applicants first register with to declare your intention to apply for the MSHA. The program s application and recommendation form has been included in this packet. On behalf of the University and the Program, I would like to wish you success in pursuing your graduate studies and hope to hear from you soon. If you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Brian T. Malec, PhD MSHA Graduate Coordinator or brian.malec@csun.edu

2 GRADUATE ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST & SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS To be considered for admission to the Master of Sciences in Health Administration you must complete the following two steps: STEP 1: Complete the online Graduate Admissions application (University Application) using CSU Mentor ( In addition, send one set of official transcripts and GRE scores, if applicable, to: Admissions and Records Northridge, CA STEP 2: Complete the supplemental departmental application for Master of Science in Health Administration (MSHA) and sent it along with all supporting documents (see checklist) to: CHECKLIST: MSHA Supplemental Application Three letters of recommendation (enclosed in sealed envelopes) Statement of Purpose Current resume INCOMPLETE applications (i.e., lacking any of the above) will not be processed by the department until all items are received.

3 SUPPLEMENTARY APPLICATION FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HEALTH ADMINISTRATION Please mail to: (See Submission Instructions) Name: / / Last Name First Name Middle Best Mailing Address: Phone Number: Alternative Phone/Type: Address: Country of Citizenship: Have you previously applied to the MSHA program? If yes, when? 1) Relevant Work Experience: Years of paid work experience in a healthcare organization Years of paid work experience in a non-healthcare organization 2) Volunteer Experience in a healthcare organization If YES, how long: What area 3) Please provide a resume with your application. (Max 2-pages) 4) Statement of Purpose (see attached form for instructions) 5) Letters of Recommendation: Please list the names and affiliations of persons from whom you have requested letters of recommendation Name (Last Name, First) Name of Institution or Business

4 Statement of Purpose 1. As a part of the application process, you are required to submit a Statement of Purpose which describes: a. Your previous education and work or volunteer experiences b. Why you are interested in applying for admission to the MSHA program. c. How completing the MSHA degree program will advance your professional goals. 2. A minimum of two and a maximum of three double spaced type-written pages are required. 3. Your Statement of Purpose will be evaluated on the following criteria: a. Clarity of thought and written expression b. Rational for completing a graduate degree in health administration at CSUN. c. Properly completing all instructions. 4. The writing of the Statement of Purpose must be specific to the MSHA degree at California State University, Northridge and must we done exclusively by the applicant. 5. This form must be sign, dated and accompany the Statement of Purpose. I certify that the submitted Statement of Purpose is true, accurate and written solely by me. I understand that any misrepresentation will be cause for denial of admission. Signature Date Please return to:

5 CONFIDENTIAL RECOMMENDATION Name of Applicant Semester Applying Masters of Science in Health Administration To Applicants: Under the Federal Law entitled the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of Students are given the right to inspect his/her records, including letters of recommendation. While we all consider all letters of recommendation carefully, we believe that in many instances letters written in confidence in the long run are of greater utility in the assessment of a student's qualifications, abilities, and promise. We invite you therefore, but do not require you, to sign the following waiver (1); you may however, expressly decline to do so (2). 1. I expressly waive rights I might have to access this letter of recommendation under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, or any other law, regulations, or policy. Signature: Date: 2. I do not agree to the waiver stated above. Signature: Date: To the Recommender: Please use the following Reference Form in completing your recommendation. Before you agree to submit a recommendation, however, please review the reference to the Federal Law entitled the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 as presented in the above instructions. Please mail this page and the Reference Form and your Letter of Recommendation directly to:

6 Reference Form for Candidate for the MSHA at CSUN How long have you known this applicant? What is your relationship to the applicant? In considering this application for admission to the graduate program in Health Administration, we solicit your candid evaluation of the applicant's preparation for graduate study, the range of abilities and accomplishments, and intellectual and professional promise. Superior Good Average Poor Unable to Judge Academic Preparation Demonstrated Ability Ability to Work with Others Ability to Express Self Clearly: Verbally and in Writing (Mastery of the English Language) Leadership Professional Attitude Relevant Experience Please write a narrative providing as specific comments as possible on the academic and professional strengths and weaknesses of the applicant together with whatever observations you can make concerning the applicants' motivation and purpose. Letterhead paper is preferred and the letter must be signed. Please mail applicants Reference Form, this score sheet and your Letter of Recommendation to the address provided. All materials must be received before March 2, 2015 for the applicant to be considered for admission to the MSHA. Recommender's Name: Position/ Title: Institution / Agency: Signature Date: