Overview

Health Care Disparities, Diversity and Advocacy is offered by The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. This program prepares graduates to lead the workforce, patients, community partners and supporters, which are crucial when considering policies and procedures that impact diversity and inclusion.

Key Facts

The program offers a two-year track leading to the Bachelor of Science degree. See the program prerequisites and FAQs (for Fall admits and for Spring admits). The program is offered in a non-traditional format that combines online courses with preceptorships. The on-line delivery enables students to further their educational goals by attending classes in synchronous and asynchronous settings, which is particularly helpful if they are working or have a family. The online delivery also enables students from outside the Houston area to enroll. Participants have the flexibility of enrolling full-time or part-time. The DDA program offers a pathway to a Bachelor of Science degree for applicants who wish to build on college credits to earn a degree in Health Care Disparities, Diversity and Advocacy. This exciting field builds the insight and experience needed for a career working closely with patients from all backgrounds.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Disparities in Health Care

Caring for the Aging Population

Mentoring Across Differences

Issues in Health Care Ethics

Diversity & Cultural Competence
Medical Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Houston, United States

Disciplines

Health Sciences View 269 other Bachelors in Health Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Required courses must be acceptable toward a major in the respective field of study. Survey courses will not fulfill these requirements.

Candidates who completed the prerequisite courses seven or more years before admission may be required to update their academic skills. For specific information, contact the program director.

A minimum overall grade point average and science (GPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale is required. Meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee acceptance.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

3106 USD / year

≈ 3106 USD / year
Out-of-State

12826 USD / year

≈ 12826 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

3094 USD / year

≈ 3094 USD / year

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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