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Master of Public Health in Healthcare Management (STEM)

University of Massachusetts Lowell

USA,Massachusetts

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 32,754/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50

Application Fee

Aug 2025

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USA, Massachusetts

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1894

Total Students: 18,000 +

Int. Students: 700 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

220 Pawtucket St, Lowell, MA 01854, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Public Health in Healthcare Management (STEM)

Program Overview

At the local, national and regional level, our healthcare system confronts new challenges in coping with the many changes in technology, information systems, financing and management.

Choose the MPH Healthcare Management option if you want to learn the conceptual, organizational, personnel and financial skills required to become an effective and compassionate public health manager.

Graduates of the program gain an advanced education in healthcare finance, law and ethics in healthcare, operations analysis and quality improvement, healthcare management and healthcare information systems. You’ll be prepared to assume leadership positions in the complex healthcare industry, especially those industries that contribute to the public health of communities and populations.

Graduates of the MPH Healthcare Management program have found exciting and meaningful careers in:

Healthcare institutions such as Boston Medical Center, Partners Health Care, Lowell Community Health Center, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Tufts Medical Center.
Private corporations such as Vinfen, Signify Health, Caduceus Healthcare, JSS Medical Research, SCM Insurance Services, and Spring Street Exchange.
Public sector organizations including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, United States Department of Veterans Affairs, Massachusetts Department of Public Health, and the Government of Indonesia.
Non-profit organizations such as Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts Medical Society, The Bridge of Central Massachusetts

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

28 Days

Program Intensity

Hybrid

Duration of Program

24 Months

Backlogs Allowed

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2025		Open
sep 2024		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50

Tuition Fee

CAD 32,754 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of Massachusetts Lowell

CAD 16,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 115.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

An incredible opportunity for master's degree students for the academic year 2025-26 at UMass Lowell.

UMass Lowell offering over $1 million in scholarship funding, including opportunities for international students to receive up to $20,000. These scholarships will be distributed across up to four semesters.

Here are the key details:
• Eligibility: All international students will be automatically considered for these scholarships—no additional application is required.
• Priority Deadlines: To maximize their chances, students should submit their complete applications by the priority deadlines of January 15, 2025, and February 15, 2025.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.