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BHA Admission Requirements

PLEASE NOTE: There are a limited number of program spaces available each semester (Fall and Spring). Applications received by the priority deadline will receive first consideration for admission.

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    1. Any student admitted to Texas State may declare Pre-Healthcare Administration as the major. To declare Pre-Healthcare as a major, contact the Health Professions Advising Center or School of Health Administration.

    1. Continuation into the Healthcare Administration major is guaranteed to students who:
      a.    have an Texas State GPA of 2.00;
      b.    are in good academic standing at Texas State;
      c.    have successfully completed their general education core curriculum; and
      d.    have completed or in the process of completing the following support courses: ISAN 1323 (or equivalent) with a “D” or higher, and the following courses with a “C” or higher: MATH 1315 (or equivalent), ECO 2301 or 2314, Statistics (HP 3325, PSY 2301, SOCI 3307, CJ 3347, or MATH 2328), and HA 3308.

    1. To declare Heathcare Administration as the student's major and continue into junior level, first semester Healthcare Administration courses, the student must complete a change of major form with the School of Health Administration. Students can begin their junior-level, first-semester Healthcare Administration courses in a fall or spring semester only.

    • Spring Admission: October 15
    • Fall Admission: March 15
     
    (If the 15th falls on a weekend or holiday, applications are due by noon on the next working day.)
     
    *Applications submitted after the priority deadline may be considered on a space-available basis. Admission is not guaranteed for late applicants. Students who are not admitted due to space limitations will be encouraged to reapply for the next admission cycle.

    • Dr. Jose Betancourt, BHA Program Director, is available to answer all questions regarding Healthcare Administration as a major. You may email Dr. Betancourt at jose.a.betancourt@txstate.edu for an appointment.
    • Ms. Robin Ramos, Administrative Assistant, is the point of contact regarding admission into the BHA program. You may email Robin at robin.ramos@txstate.edu.
    • All students are required to complete a residency for the BHA. The Joint Commission requires accredited healthcare facilities to complete criminal background checks on all employees. Therefore, a background check is required during your 3rd semester (enrollment in HA 4141) prior to the residency semester. If there is any reason that could prevent your placement at a facility, you will be asked to meet with the BHA Program Director and/or the Field Placement Coordinator to determine if you will be able to complete the residency requirement.

    If you are NOT already a student, contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office.