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The Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) at Nova Southeastern University is a 36-credit, CAHIIM-accredited online graduate program that can be completed in as little as one year. Offered through the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, the program covers computer science, clinical informatics applications, and health IT management. Students earn professional certifications including Lean Six Sigma Yellow and Green Belt, CPHIMSS, and NextGen as part of the curriculum. Graduates pursue careers as clinical informatics managers, health IT project managers, health data analysts, and chief information officers in hospitals, health systems, and consulting firms.
Program Highlights
- CAHIIM-accredited through 2028–2029
- 36 credits completable in as little as one year
- 100% online with an in-person practicum option
- Four professional certifications embedded in the curriculum: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, CPHIMSS, and NextGen
- Full-time or part-time enrollment available
- Designed for working health care and IT professionals
- Offered through the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine at Nova Southeastern University
- Three annual start dates: Winter, Summer, and Fall
Accreditation
The Master of Science in Health Informatics accreditor of the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine is the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).
The College's accreditation for the Master degree in Health Informatics has been reaffirmed through 2028-2029. All inquiries about the program's accreditation status should be directed by mail to CAHIIM, 200 East Randolph Street, Suite 5100, Chicago, IL 60601; by phone at (312) 235-3255; or by email at info@cahiim.org.
Quick Facts
Financial aid, scholarships, and graduate assistantships may be available to eligible students.
For current rates and a full breakdown of fees, visit the Tuition and Fees page
For Summer Admission: April 15
For Fall Admission: August 1
Why Earn Your M.S. in Health Informatics at NSU?
Program Statistics
The table below reflects application, enrollment, graduation, and employment data for the M.S. in Health Informatics program at NSU's Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine. NSU-KPCOM conducts a holistic review of each application, considering far more than test scores and GPA. The most recent graduating cohort achieved a 90% employment rate within the field. Employment figures reflect responses collected through post-graduation alumni surveys — students marked as "No Reply" did not respond to follow-up outreach and are not classified as unemployed.
|
Academic Year |
Applications Received |
Acceptances Offered |
Students Enrolled |
Yield Rate |
Graduates |
Employed at Graduation |
Seeking Employment / No Reply |
|
2023–2024 (Latest) |
63 |
43 |
35 |
81% |
11 |
90% |
10% Seeking / 10% No Reply |
|
2022–2023 |
36 |
28 |
25 |
89% |
26 |
92% |
7% Seeking / 7% No Reply |
|
2021–2022 |
60 |
23 |
22 |
95% |
28 |
64% |
18% Seeking / 18% No Reply |
|
2020–2021 |
68 |
33 |
26 |
79% |
34 |
44% |
3% Seeking / 53% No Reply |
|
2019–2020 |
90 |
45 |
41 |
89% |
24 |
70% |
13% Seeking / 17% No Reply |
* "Seeking Employment" reflects graduates actively pursuing positions at the time of survey. "No Reply" indicates alumni who did not respond to post-graduation outreach and are not classified as unemployed. The 2021–2022 figures reflect COVID-19-era hiring slowdowns across the health care and health IT sectors.
The 2021–2022 employment figures reflect the broader impact of COVID-19-era hiring slowdowns across the health care and health IT sectors. NSU-KPCOM continues to support graduates through career advising, professional networking, and connections to local health systems and consulting firms.
Frequently Asked Questions
The MSHI program is 36 total credits and can be completed in as little as one year of full-time study. Part-time options are also available for students who prefer a more flexible pace.
Visit the NSU Tuition and Fees page for current per-credit rates and total program cost estimates. Financial aid, scholarships, and graduate assistantships may be available to eligible students.
Yes. The program is delivered 100% online using web-based learning technology, allowing students to complete coursework from anywhere. Students also complete a hands-on practicum at a health organization in their local area.
Yes. The program is accredited by CAHIIM — the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education. NSU's accreditation for the M.S. in Health Informatics has been reaffirmed through 2028–2029.
The curriculum includes preparation for four professional certifications: Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, CPHIMSS (Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems), and NextGen EHR certification.
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution and submit official transcripts, a personal statement, and a current resume. No GRE is required.
Graduates pursue careers as clinical informatics managers, health IT project managers, health data analysts, EHR implementation specialists, chief nursing informatics officers, and health IT consultants. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 16% job growth for health information technologists through 2032.
Yes. The fully online format is designed for working professionals. Many students complete the program while maintaining full-time employment in health care, information technology, or related fields.
NSU's MSHI is one of the few programs in the country that embeds four professional certifications directly into the curriculum. It is CAHIIM-accredited, 100% online, and completable in as little as 12 months. The program is housed within a College of Osteopathic Medicine, giving students unique exposure to clinical operations and interprofessional health care environments.
The practicum is a hands-on fieldwork component where students apply classroom knowledge at a real health organization. Students may complete the practicum at NSU-affiliated sites or at an approved health organization near their home location.
Research opportunities, course variety, approachable faculty, community engagements … NSU really gave me the tools and preparation needed to succeed in health informatics. I couldn’t be happier.
Timoteo Kelly, M.S. | Health Informatics
As an IT Workflow Consultant, I assist clients within the lab diagnostic area on how to optimize their systems. The program built the foundation and knowledge I needed to accomplish my career goals.
Alexandra Firpo Colobani, M.S. | Health Informatics
I believe that the program does set everyone up for success in the field because it’s not just reading textbooks and writing essays and taking tests. It’s really about preparing you for the real world. I think students that graduate from the program are well-positioned for success in the field.
Ganesh Persad, M.S. | Health Informatics
If you are interested in the health IT route, NSU is the perfect program to harness your skills and achieve your professional goals.
Aleesha Eddington, M.S. | Health Informatics
Health Informatics Career Outlook and Job Growth
Many organizations are still adjusting to electronic health record system requirements, all while data management, patient record security, and information sharing continue to evolve at record-breaking speed. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of health information technologists and medical registrars to grow 16% from 2023 to 2033 — much faster than the average for all occupations — with approximately 3,200 job openings projected each year over the decade.
Health Informatics M.S. Curriculum
Dive into an innovative curriculum that prepares you for real work experience. Intensive courses cover project management, system design, and more. A variety of electives gives you choices of where to specialize.
View the M.S. in Health Informatics Curriculum
Explore Health Informatics as a Non-Degree Seeking Student
Interested in health informatics but not ready to commit to a full master's program? NSU offers non-degree seeking enrollment for students who want to take courses for exploration, professional development, or preparation for another academic track.
To enroll as a non-degree seeking student you must still submit an application, official transcripts, and the application fee. Courses taken with the prefix MI as a non-degree seeking student will automatically apply toward the M.S. in Health Informatics degree if you are later accepted into the degree program.
Please note: Non-degree seeking enrollment does not guarantee acceptance into the degree-seeking program. A separate application is required if you choose to pursue the full M.S. in Health Informatics.
After Applying, What Happens Next?
Depending on the time of year, the review process may take a few weeks. You can check your application status at any time via the online application portal. Once a decision has been made, notification is sent via email to the address on file.