Accelerated BHS/MHA pathway saves students time and money


Oct. 23, 2025


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Natalie Caine, MHA ’05, Mayo Clinic chief administrative officer, returned to Mizzou in October 2025 to share wisdom with current health administration students.

Qualified students can complete both a BHS in Health Science and a Master of Health Administration in just five years — saving more than $18,000 in tuition and fees.

This option allows Health Science majors to begin earning graduate credits toward the MHA while finishing their undergraduate degree, reducing time to a master’s degree by a full year.

“We know students want to move quickly into meaningful, high paying careers,” said Sue Boren, MHA program director. “This pathway makes that possible.”

Current students interested in starting MHA courses early should work closely with their College of Health Sciences advisor to ensure they are eligible.

Prospective students may email healthsciences@missouri.edu for more information.

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