Master of Science in Health Informatics Online
Artificial intelligence (AI), data visualization, mHealth, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are remaking healthcare—and informatics is at the core of this renaissance. As one of the few institutions with a College of Informatics and one of the first such programs launched online, NKU offers a rigorous MHI program that focuses on applied knowledge and is responsive to increasing market opportunities.
Program Overview
Gain insights into our online health informatics master’s program
Learn the science, systems, and software behind emerging technologies and applications using health data to enhance delivery and drive innovation in healthcare with a Master of Science in Health Informatics (MHI) from Northern Kentucky University. The 100% online program offers flexibility to fit your schedule with multiple start dates and affordable tuition.
Gain the skills and knowledge to analyze, integrate, and improve healthcare information systems, healthcare processes, and the quality of care in this online graduate nursing program. Learn research methods, data analysis techniques, and information governance best practices to improve outcomes, support care coordination, and enable patient care and population health reform. You will also learn about clinical informatics and how the integration and interoperability of healthcare systems are driving change and the move to value-based care.
In this online master’s in health informatics (MHI) program, you will:
- Learn the fundamental terminology, practices, and procedures found in the interaction of clinical and business operations
- Explore approaches to systems development such as rapid application development (RAD), joint application development (JAD), and other techniques to create quality systems
- Apply the basics of empirical health informatics research and be provided with the conceptual framework to develop your own research projects
- Investigate all aspects of data modeling, database design, and implementation of relational, object-oriented, and semantic databases
- Learn the fundamental terminology, practices, and procedures found in the interaction of clinical and business operations
- Explore approaches to systems development such as rapid application development (RAD), joint application development (JAD), and other techniques to create quality systems
- Apply the basics of empirical health informatics research and be provided with the conceptual framework to develop your own research projects
- Investigate all aspects of data modeling, database design, and implementation of relational, object-oriented, and semantic databases
Graduates of this online program can pursue a variety of health informatics careers, including:
- Healthcare Data Analyst
- Project Manager
- Health Services Manager
- Health Informatics Consultant
- Management Analyst
- Healthcare IT Project Manager
- Healthcare Data Analyst
- Project Manager
- Health Services Manager
- Health Informatics Consultant
- Management Analyst
- Healthcare IT Project Manager
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Tuition
Learn more about NKU's affordable tuition
The MHI online program offers the same affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition to in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included in the total cost. Financial aid may be available to those who qualify. For additional information, visit the Financial Aid section on our FAQ page.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Required Fees | Total Program with Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MHI | $607 | $ | $20,784 |
Tuition and fees subject to change at any time.
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Calendar
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With six start dates a year, the MHI online course schedule is flexible and convenient. View the calendar to find the best start date for you and note your corresponding deadlines.
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer 2 | 6/30/25 | 6/18/25 | 6/23/25 | 6/27/25 | 6/30/25 |
| Fall 1 | 8/18/25 | 8/6/25 | 8/11/25 | 8/15/25 | 8/18/25 |
| Fall 2 | 10/15/25 | 10/2/25 | 10/7/25 | 10/10/25 | 10/15/25 |
| Spring 1 | 1/12/26 | 1/2/26 | 1/6/26 | 1/9/26 | 1/12/26 |
| Spring 2 | 3/16/26 | 3/4/26 | 3/9/26 | 3/13/26 | 3/16/26 |
| Summer 1 | 5/11/26 | 4/29/26 | 5/4/26 | 5/8/26 | 5/11/26 |
| Summer 2 | 6/29/26 | 6/17/26 | 6/22/26 | 6/26/26 | 6/29/26 |
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Admissions
Follow these admission steps for our online master's in health informatics program
We've streamlined the admission process for the MHI online program so you can get started right away.
Admission Requirements:
- Minimum 2.5 GPA for overall undergraduate credit
- Official transcripts of all coursework from accredited institutions
- Professional resume which includes relevant experience
MHI Online Admission Requirements
- Complete application for admission
- Pay the $40 application fee
- Official transcripts showing an earned baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- Minimum 2.5 GPA for overall undergraduate credit
- Professional resume which includes relevant work experience, community service, leadership positions, and other professional activities
Official documents may be mailed or emailed to:
NKU Office of Graduate Education302 Lucas Administrative Center
Highland Heights, KY 41099
Have a question? Call us at 800-985-7215.
Courses
Read about our online health informatics classes
For the MHI online, the curriculum is comprised of 11 courses (33 credit hours), including 10 courses (30 credit hours) and a capstone (3 credit hours).
Students must take the following courses:
