Explore our MS in Information Technology Health Informatics specialization
The fast-growing field of health informatics focuses on applying IT-based innovations to reduce medical costs and improve the delivery of patient care. The Health Informatics specialization provides the academic foundation to prepare you to take an active role in designing, building, and supporting the complex information systems required in today’s healthcare organizations.
Program Details
Curriculum
Minimum Degree Requirements
- 45 quarter credits
- Core courses (20 qtr. cr.)
- Specialization courses (25 qtr. cr.)
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Admission Requirements
Program Admission Considerations: All specializations require a bachelor's degree or higher.
General Admission Requirements: Completed online application and transcripts. Please note that the materials you are required to submit may vary depending on the academic program to which you apply. More information for international applicants.
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*Tuition and fees are subject to change. See Tuition and Fees section and Scholarship Details for more information.
| Curriculum Component | Requirements | Cost | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | 45 quarter credit hours | $540 per quarter hour | $24,300 |
| Technology Fee | Per quarter | $170 | $850 |
| $25,150** | |||
| BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP YOUR TUITION |
-$5,400 $19,750* |
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*Represents minimum time to completion and Believe & Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe & Achieve Scholarship savings based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.
**Tuition reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. Tuition and time to complete may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships, or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 20 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-529-2438.
Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost up to an additional $1,000 and $1,400.