Health Services Policy and Management and Law, M.H.A. & J.D.
Arnold School of Public HealthJoseph F. Rice School of Law
There has never been a better time to choose a dual degree in law and health services policy and management as health care in America undergoes tremendous changes. Graduate in just four years.
Offered through the School of Law and the Arnold School of Public Health, the program will prepare you to navigate and help shape health care policies, regulatory compliance and patient safety issues. Both schools excel in developing graduates equipped to make a difference and ready for leadership positions in their fields.
Program Highlights
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Cost-Effective
Save time and money by earning two degrees in fewer semester hours (approximately four years).
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Make an Impact
Prepare to lead in a variety of settings with these timely degrees in an ever-changing health care environment.
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Career Options
Enjoy a range of career options — from health care administration to practicing law — with this dual degree.
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Dual Degree
Graduate with a dual degree from the School of Law and the Arnold School of Public Health.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Legal Knowledge
Interpreting and applying laws and regulations to specific situations or issues
Advocacy
Promoting or defending a cause or issue often using awareness, education and policy change
Data Analysis
Examining and interpreting information to uncover insights and inform decision making
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Evaluate Policies
Examining their impact and effectiveness in achieving specific goals or objectives
Analytical Reasoning
Breaking down complex problems or situations to identify patterns, connections and solutions
Critical Thinking
Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions or judgments
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Lawyer
- Administrator
- Executive
Workplace Settings
- Private Law Practice
- Health Care Administration
- Policy/Governmental work
- Health Care Regulation
- Health Care Compliance
- Biotech