Arizona Health Informatics Degree Programs

Arizona State University's online Master of Advanced Study in Health Informatics is tailored for professionals eager to excel in healthcare technology. This program stands out for its blend of theory and practice, aiming to develop leaders capable of implementing innovative informatics solutions. While pending CAHIIM accreditation, it promises a rigorous curriculum within a multicultural and multidisciplinary framework. Students can expect to graduate in 1.5 to 2.3 years, with a remarkable 95% employment rate post-completion. Unique to ASU is its collaboration with the American Association for Physician Leadership, offering additional advantages. No entrance exam is required, making it accessible to a broader range of applicants.

• Online program format
• Multicultural, multidisciplinary focus
• Pending CAHIIM accreditation
• 1.5 - 2.3 years average completion
• 95% post-graduation employment rate
• 87% satisfaction rate
• Partnership with physician leadership association
• Focus on innovative health solutions
• Theoretical and applied knowledge
• Inclusive learning environment

Northern Arizona University's Doctor of Philosophy in Informatics and Computing, specializing in Health and Bioinformatics, stands out for its focus on genetic and genomic analysis, population health, and disease transmission. This five-year, research-intensive program is ideal for those with a solid foundation in science and computer programming, aiming to lead in industry, academia, or research labs. It offers an interdisciplinary curriculum, professional development, and a dissertation requirement, with coursework customized to research interests. Admission criteria include a 3.0 GPA, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. Notably, the program does not explicitly mention requiring an entrance exam, emphasizing a holistic review of applicants.

• Five-year program duration.
• Health and Bioinformatics concentration.
• Research-intensive curriculum.
• Interdisciplinary approach.
• Requires comprehensive exams.
• Dissertation and oral defense.
• Professional development training.
• On-campus program in Flagstaff, AZ.
• 60-unit requirement.
• 3.0 GPA admission requirement.
• Letters of recommendation needed.
• Personal statement required.
• Focus on genetic and genomic analysis.
• Prepares for industry and academia.
• Tailored coursework options.