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DHA in Health Care Quality and Analytics
Doctor of Health Administration
Apply your knowledge and skills to make data work for patient care with a Doctor of Health Administration (DHA) in Health Care Quality and Analytics from Capella University. Use analytics to support efforts to improve patient outcomes, shape health care systems, influence policy, and enhance organizational effectiveness.
With courses that are 100% online, you can take control of when and where you learn, giving you a chance to get the most out of your education—and your life—while pursuing your degree.
Classes start January 10
Use the code WINTER to waive the $50 application fee.
At a Glance
- Online
- 9 Core courses
- 3 Specialized courses
- Capstone
- 18 max transfer credits
With Capella Tuition Cap, you won't pay more than $48,000 in tuition costs for your degree.
*Eligibility rules apply. Books, supplies, and other fees apply. Connect with us for details.
Applicants must provide the following information for admission to Capella programs and specializations:
- A master’s degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, or from an internationally recognized institution
- Your official master’s transcripts, with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- A valid, government-issued form of photo identification
GRE and GMAT are not required for admission.
International Student Requirements
If you completed your most recent academic coursework, degree, or credential at an institution outside the United States, regardless of your citizenship or where you currently live, you are considered an international applicant.
In addition to the above admission requirements, you will need to submit these materials:
- Minimum score on acceptable test for proof of English proficiency
- Transcript evaluation
Learn more about international student admissions.
GuidedPath
A structured learning format with an active peer community and faculty guidance. We’ll set the schedule, you meet the deadlines.
- Based on the quarter system; 1-3 courses per 10-week quarter
- 1 semester credit = 1.5 quarter credits
- Weekly assignments and courseroom discussions
- Pay for what you take, price varies by courseload or term
Tuition breakdown
Program Phases
Capstone
$3,020 Per quarter
4 credits per quarter. Most students spend one third to one half of their program working on their capstone; others may take longer.
Capstone
What is capstone?$3,020
Per quarter
4 credits per quarter. Most students spend one third to one half of their program working on their capstone; others may take longer.
Fees
Resource kit fee
$175 Per quarter
Coursework phase only; includes eBooks, textbooks, interactive media, software, course packs, articles, test kits, and other instructional materials.
Resource kit fee
$175
Per quarter
Coursework phase only; includes eBooks, textbooks, interactive media, software, course packs, articles, test kits, and other instructional materials.
Application fee
$50 one-time fee
Application fee
$50
one-time fee
Total Tuition Cap
Capella Tuition Cap
$48,000 Per quarter credit
- Pay no more than $48,000 in total tuition for your degree*
- Applies to both GuidedPath and FlexPath learning formats
- Available to all students who start now through January 2022
*Books, supplies and other fees apply
Capella Tuition Cap
What is the Capella Tuition Cap?$48,000
Per quarter credit
- Pay no more than $48,000 in total tuition for your degree*
- Applies to both GuidedPath and FlexPath learning formats
- Available to all students who start now through January 2022
*Books, supplies and other fees apply
*You may need to complete an additional background check later in the program if your practicum site requires it.
Tuition and program length are unique to you
Your total tuition and program length depend on a variety of factors:
- Academic performance
- Complexity of your capstone
- Number of quarters spent working on practicum
- Prior coursework
- Scholarships and finances
- Unexpected life events
- Employer and/or military benefits
About cost scenarios
The cost scenarios below are examples based on general program pricing and 2020–21 Capella tuition rates, and assume the average number of transfer credits a student brings into the program. Pacing information is current as of January 1, 2020. These rates are the same nationwide and may change depending on factors affecting program length and price. You are responsible for paying your own travel costs related to residencies, including plane, hotel, and food expenses.
To discuss whether the specialization you’re interested in has additional factors that may affect program cost and length, contact a Capella enrollment counselor.
Cost Scenarios
Complete capstone in 4 quartersComplete each capstone milestone at the pace of the fastest 25% of students. |
|
|---|---|
| Coursework: $755/credit 11 quarters |
$41,525.00 |
| Capstone: $3,020/quarter 4 quarters |
$12,080.00 |
| Subtotal
|
$53,605.00 |
| Est. Savings with Capella Tuition Cap*
|
$-5,605.00 |
| Est. subtotal with Capella Tuition Cap*
|
$48,000.00 |
| Resource Kit fee: $175 11 quarters |
$1,925.00 |
| Application fee: $50 one-time fee |
$50.00 |
|
Est. Total with Capella Tuition Cap* 15 quarters |
$49,975.00 |
Complete capstone in 5 quartersComplete each capstone milestone at the pace of the median 50% of students. |
|
|---|---|
| Coursework: $755/credit 11 quarters |
$41,525.00 |
| Capstone: $3,020/quarter 5 quarters |
$15,100.00 |
| Subtotal
|
$56,625.00 |
| Est. Savings with Capella Tuition Cap*
|
$-8,625.00 |
| Est. subtotal with Capella Tuition Cap*
|
$48,000.00 |
| Resource Kit fee: $175 11 quarters |
$1,925.00 |
| Application fee: $50 one-time fee |
$50.00 |
|
Est. Total with Capella Tuition Cap* 16 quarters |
$49,975.00 |
Complete capstone in 8 quartersComplete each capstone milestone at the pace of the slowest 75% of students. |
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|---|---|
| Coursework: $755/credit 11 quarters |
$41,525.00 |
| Capstone: $3,020/quarter 8 quarters |
$24,160.00 |
| Subtotal
|
$65,685.00 |
| Est. Savings with Capella Tuition Cap*
|
$-17,685.00 |
| Est. subtotal with Capella Tuition Cap*
|
$48,000.00 |
| Resource Kit fee: $175 11 quarters |
$1,925.00 |
| Application fee: $50 one-time fee |
$50.00 |
|
Est. Total with Capella Tuition Cap* 19 quarters |
$49,975.00 |
*Eligibility rules apply. Connect with us for details. Capella Tuition Cap is available to students who start now through January 2022.
Get the details
Connect with an enrollment counselor to further discuss the cost of the program and explore your eligibility for scholarships and discounts.
Your education is an investment in your future that’s within your reach. There are more ways to save than you might think.
This program features a range of evidence-based case studies, simulation exercises, consulting projects, presentations, and more.
Capstone mentors
For the culminating project of your doctoral degree, you’ll be paired with a knowledgeable mentor to help you along the way.
Keystone course
Work with a faculty member who can help you examine key support elements and identify potential project sites for your capstone topic.
| DHA8040 |
Health Data Analytics in Quality
In this course, learners become familiar with regulatory and policy forces in health care that result in the demand for improved quality and clinical outcomes. Learners examine a variety of technical specifications, statistical procedures, and data sources to drive improvement. In addition, learners create and present quality dashboards to identify opportunities for improvement that drive change in a systematic, strategic way. |
6 quarter credits |
|---|---|---|
| DHA8042 |
Performance Management and Process Improvement in Health Care
Learners in this course gain an understanding of the importance of strategic planning and organizational assessments as they relate to quality improvement in health care. Learners become familiar with identifying and creating priorities for quality improvement resulting in organizational action plans and projects needed to meet external demands relative to competition. Learners develop an understanding of the use of decision support, risk adjustments, data interpretation, and benchmarking to develop Quality Performance Improvement (QPI) teams and to monitor organizational performance. |
6 quarter credits |
| DHA8044 |
Patient Safety, Accreditation, and Regulation in Health Care
In this course, learners evaluate the different types of accreditation processes and the importance of ongoing compliance. Learners examine the role the quality professional has when working with federal, state, and/or local agencies and identify benefits and outcomes of continuous readiness. Throughout the course, learners determine mechanisms and tools to evaluate the success of health care organizations’ safety activities and demonstrate how to coordinate and integrate risk management into the organization’s health care safety strategy. Finally, learners propose how to link health care safety goals to those of the organization’s strategic plan to create and sustain an organizational-wide safety culture. |
6 quarter credits |
Learning outcomes
This degree program can help you develop leadership abilities as you identify quality improvements, implement strategy, and build a culture of safety. It features case studies, simulation exercises, consulting projects, a practicum, and more.
On successful completion of this program, you should be able to:
- Lead organizational transformation processes
- Execute strategies to optimize organizational performance
- Create an organizational climate that promotes personal and professional growth
- Think critically and communicate effectively
- Lead collaboratively with integrity and social responsibility
- Conduct research to improve health care systems
View the Capella career exploration guide for the full learning and career outcomes report for this program.
“Already in my DHA program I’ve gained insights about how I can use this new knowledge in my day-to-day work.”
Nicole Washington – DHA
Actual Capella student who agreed to appear in promotion material for Capella.
Your education can help you reach your personal and professional goals. Here are some of the jobs and employment settings to consider with a DHA in Health Care Quality & Analytics.
Related job titles to explore*
- Clinical manager
- Health director
- Compliance officer
- Chief medical officer
Employment settings to explore
- Hospital
- Social advocacy organization
- Health insurance carrier
- Government—federal, state, local
- Ambulatory health service
*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure, certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you to research requirements for your job target and career goals.
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide assurance that we meet standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and fiscal stability. See all our accreditations and recognitions.
Meet your DHA faculty
Our distinguished DHA faculty are industry leaders, bringing real-world relevance into the courseroom to enrich your education and career.
Ben Spedding, DHA, MA
Health Administration Faculty Chair
Susan Collins, PhD, MHA
DHA Core Faculty
Lisa Kreeger, PhD, RN
Interim Dean, School of Nursing & Health Sciences
Support to reach the finish line
Our programs are designed to meet the unique needs of doctoral students. We’ve structured the experience in manageable pieces that build on one another to help you earn your doctorate. You’ll have with support from faculty, staff, and online resources along the way.
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