Program Overview
The Health Care Mission Integration at Xavier University is a MA programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Health Care Mission Integration programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 615 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 615 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Cincinnati, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health Care Mission Integration programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Modern Catholic Social Teaching
- Faith, Culture, and Ethnicity
- Black Theology
- Foundational Issues in Christian Ethics
- Health Care Ethics
- Bioethics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Complete an online application
- Current resume or CV
- Credential evaluation
- 3 letters of recommendation
- Copy of passport
- Official bank statement
- Financial sponsor statement form
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 615 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 615 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 615 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 615 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Xavier University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Xavier University
Xavier University
Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
Xavier University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline February 1, 2026
- Start Date Fall 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months