Overview

The Health Informatics M.S. at Kent State University provides a comprehensive education in the science of evaluating, implementing, and utilising technology to manage patient care delivery. This programme integrates management engineering, healthcare delivery, and computer technology to address the complex needs of modern medical environments. Students gain the expertise required to bridge the gap between clinical users and technical information systems.

Why Health Informatics at Kent State University?

This programme is distinguished as Northeast Ohio's only CAHIIM-accredited Health Informatics course, with accreditation reaffirmed through 2030. The curriculum is delivered by award-winning faculty who bring extensive industry experience in medical sociology, digital health, and data architecture. Students benefit from a flexible online learning environment that focuses on improving patient safety outcomes and workforce development in the global information sector.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 20332 per year
National fee: USD 20332 per year
Local fee: USD 10706 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of core requirements and specialised electives to ensure a deep understanding of the discipline. Modules may include:

Health Informatics Management
Legal Issues in Health Informatics
Health Information Systems
Health Records Management
Clinical Analytics
Human Factors and Usability in Health Informatics
Standardised Terminologies in Healthcare
Project Management and Team Dynamics
Clinical Decision Support

Careers with Health Informatics

Graduates are prepared for managerial, analytical, and executive roles within diverse healthcare systems. The programme aligns with industry standards to help students successfully obtain the Certified Associate in Health Information Systems credential. Potential career paths and professional roles include:

Clinical Informatics Director
Clinical Informatics Analyst
Health Information Coder
Health Data Architect
Information Systems Manager
Healthcare Consultant

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects significant demand for professionals in this field, with high growth rates expected for informatics directors and analysts through 2032. Graduates typically find employment in hospitals, research facilities, and health data analytics companies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Health Informatics Management

Legal Issues In Health Informatics

Health Information Systems

Health Records Management

Clinical Analytics

Human Factors And Usability In Health Informatics

Standardized Terminologies In Healthcare

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

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General requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA1 on a 4.000-point scale

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Résumé

Goal statement

Three letters of recommendation (starting with spring 2026 admission term, two letters of recommendation will be required)

English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

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20332 USD / year

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20332 USD / year

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10706 USD / year

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Funding

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