Students wishing to enroll in any course must complete an online registration for each course. We encourage you to register at least two weeks before the first day of class because class sizes are limited. Registration dates are provided in the course calendar.

At least six course registrations received two weeks before the start of a course are needed for a course to be held. The Program Assistant will notify all registered students if a course is canceled.

Students may register for a course from the time course dates are established until the first class session. The student's prior tuition balance must be paid in full to allow registration for a new term. 

Important! You will not receive confirmation of your registration prior to the start of classes. Registrations will be confirmed the first night of each class. It is, therefore, wise to print out a copy of your completed registration before submitting. For questions regarding registration please call 515-271-1720.

If a student's registration is denied because of a prior tuition balance, a letter of registration denial will be sent from the Registrar to the address provided on the registration form. If payment is received prior to the add/drop period as specified by the accounting department, the student will be registered for the course.

Click on appropriate term below to see a listing (dates, times, instructor, and a brief description) of the courses available as well as listings of required textbooks.  All courses offered support the Health Care Administration and Public Health Programs.

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Please review the information below before registering for courses.

Students wishing to enroll in any course must complete a registration form and submit to the program.   Early registration is encouraged, at least two weeks before the first day of class, as class sizes are limited. Registration dates are provided in the course calendar.

Students may register for a course from the time course dates are established until the first class session. The student's prior tuition balance must be paid in full to allow registration for a new term.  

Textbooks

Required and recommended textbooks, other course materials and pre-class assignments are available inside each term's course calendar.

All course textbooks are available for purchase at Matthews Bookstore located on the first level of the Student Education Center. The bookstore accommodates non-traditional students by mailing textbooks directly to them when purchase is made with a major credit card.

Grades

Grades for all courses will be mailed to students by the registrar approximately four weeks after the close of the trimester.

Tuition, Tuition Payment, Tuition Refund and Fees

Tuition and technology fee payments are due in full prior to the start of the first class session for the course.  Non-payment will result in the student being withdrawn from the course. For more information, please visit the Accounting Department.

Financial Aid

Students admitted into a DMU program may apply for financial assistance through the University's Office of Financial Aid.

If you intend to apply for financial aid, you must be registered for at least a half-time academic load. Master's students must register for at least five credit hours.

Visit the Financial Aid Office for more information.

Cancellations

In the event that University classes, offices or academic activities must be canceled, closed or postponed, students will be notified by radio (WHO, KRNT, KSTZ) or television (WHO or KCCI). Students who are wondering whether a course is canceled or postponed should call the University Weather Line at 515-271-1601. The Weather Line will be updated, at minimum, one hour before class is scheduled to begin.

Classrooms

Classes will primarily be taught in the Student Education Center (SEC) Computer Classroom/ 115, located on the first floor of the SEC.  There will be some courses that will be taught in one of the Lecture Halls in the lower level of the Academic Center.  Access to the buildings after hours is accomplished with a Prox ID key card.  Students may park in any of the adjacent parking lots or ramp.

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BLACKBOARD ACCESS

Each course in the MHA/MPH/GER program is supported by an online learning platform called, BLACKBOARD®.  It is each program’s goal to give students that have registered by the “Register by “date access to their course sites one week before the course start date.  Students are encouraged to access and become familiar with their course sites prior to start of class. Any problems should be referred to the program office:  515-271-1720 or DMU student help desk:  515-271-1088.

ADD/DROP/SWITCH FORMAT
A student in the Masters in Health Care Administration or Masters in Public Health courses may add a course (with instructor permission), withdraw from a course or switch formats (online vs. classroom, if available) prior to the end of the third class session, end of the first weekend session, or for online courses-two full weeks from the start date.

To withdraw from a course you must notify the Registrar’s Office in writing or via e-mail address to registraroffice@dmu.edu before the end of the Add/Drop period.

Course withdrawal policies and fee information can be read at: http://www.dmu.edu/accounting/mhamphppdpttuitionfee.cfm

BUILDING ACCESS

Students taking courses on the DMU campus must have a current Prox ID card in order to access the buildings after hours.   If you do not have a card, please call the Program office (515/ 271-1720) to have one issued.  If you wish to use the Wellness Center you will need a picture ID that can be obtained by calling the security office at  515-271-1595 to arrange to have your picture taken.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Students with documented disabilities that affect their ability to participate fully in the course or who require special accommodations are encouraged to speak with the instructor so that appropriate accommodations can be arranged.

The University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Institutions of Higher Education. Information regarding our accreditation can be obtained from the Commission at: 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, Il 60602-2504. Telephone: (800) 621-7440. Internet: info@ncihe.org. The Master of Health Care Administration Program is a member of the Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA).