About Health Informatics - M.s. in Kent State University
The Master of Science degree in Health Informatics prepares graduates for careers in managerial, analytical, consultative and executive roles working with healthcare systems and clinicians.
Health informatics is the science of evaluating, implementing and utilizing technology to manage all information related to the patient care delivery process: clinical, financial, technological and enterprise-wide. Three major components comprise the health informatics discipline: (1) the information systems component focuses on such issues as information systems analysis, design, implementation, management and leadership; (2) the informatics component is concerned with the study of structure, function and transfer of information, socio-technical aspects of health computing and human-computer interaction; and (3) the information technology component focuses on computer networks, database and systems administration, security and programming.
The informatics field also draws contributions from computer science, the clinical sciences, social and organizational influences and business practices.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree
English language requirements
- IELTS :6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 79
- PTE : 58
Kent State University Highlights
| Type |
Public |
| Campus setting |
Urban |
| Total enrolment (full time) |
38,000 approximately |
| Registration fee (for international students) |
USD 70 |
| English proficiency test scores accepted |
IELTS/ TOEFL/ Cambridge English Test/ PTE/ Duo Lingo Test |
| Financial aid |
Scholarships, Assistantships, Grants, Loans |
| Accommodation |
Available |
Kent State University Annual Cost to Attend
| Fee |
Cost |
| Ohio Resident Tuition |
$10,602 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,200 |
| Other Fees |
$0 |
| Room and Board |
$11,706 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$3,162 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$26,670 |
| Fee |
Cost |
| Out of State Resident Tuition |
$19,478 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,200 |
| Other Fees |
$0 |
| Room and Board |
$11,706 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$3,162 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$35,546 |
