Learn what a health and human services degree can offer you.
Improve your life. Improve your community.
EARN A DEGREE IN THE FAST-GROWING HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY.
If you want to make a difference in the health and wellbeing of others but don’t want to provide direct, hands-on patient care, Marian University’s online Bachelor of Arts in Health and Human Services (HHS) degree is the ideal fit. The ever-evolving healthcare landscape increasingly requires professionals in a variety of roles to serve patients and ensure efficient, effective delivery of services.
Health and human services specialists use their knowledge to educate and serve others. Careers in health and human services go beyond individual care. Find out how a B.A. in HHS degree can help you find a fulfilling career while making a difference in your community.
Make a positive impact.
As a health and human services graduate, you’ll find many career options from which you can choose. In some positions, you will help coordinate service delivery, manage agencies, provide support services, or educate and improve the community. You may work individually or as a member of a team that could include healthcare providers, social service workers, and others.
Your health and human services bachelor's degree will prepare you to enter today's growing and rapidly changing job market.
2020-30 Job Growth Outlook
Why choose Marian University?
Transfer Credits Easily
We'll work with you to maximize the credits that you've already earned from other accredited institutions.
Form a Strong Foundation
Marian University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
Convenient Online Classes
The BHHS degree is totally online. Classes last just five- or eight weeks with 12 start dates per year to easily accommodate your schedule.
Recognized and Awarded
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do classes start?
Five-week classes begin three times a semester while eight-week* classes begin two times a semester.
*Eight-week courses are not available in the paralegal studies program.
Are Marian's online programs accredited?
How much does this online program cost?
Please continue to the Business Office "Tuition Rates" page for program tuition. Tuition does not include the $50 application fee, books, labs, or graduation costs.
Will my credits transfer?
Marian University accepts most 100-level or higher courses that were taken at a regionally accredited institution. To have a course considered, you must have earned a minimum of a C- or higher. Official transcripts for training programs and college credit exams are not required for admission; however, they may be submitted for credit evaluation. Examples include military documents, DD214, CLEP/DSST exams, and programs approved by the American Council on Education (ACE).
How many classes can I take at once?
Due to the accelerated nature of our online courses, we recommend taking no more than two classes at once. (Exceptions may be considered.)
Can I get financial aid for the online programs?
Financial aid is available for degree-seeking Marian students. Guest students (non-Marian students enrolled only in online prerequisites) do not qualify for financial aid.
See the Office of Financial Aid for more information.
Do I have to be online at a specific time for classes?
No. Students do not need to be logged in for classes at specific times. However, students will be expected to complete quizzes and exams within specified time periods.