Michigan Health Informatics Degree Programs

The University of Michigan-Ann Arbor's Master of Health Informatics is an interdisciplinary program combining expertise from the School of Information, School of Public Health, and Medical School. This campus-based program prepares students for leadership positions by focusing on designing, implementing, and managing health IT innovations to improve care and address disparities. Emphasizing ethical and equitable solutions, graduates pursue diverse careers in health systems, consulting, and technology. The program requires an entrance exam for admission.

• Interdisciplinary program
• Focus on health equity
• Leadership roles preparation
• Ethical solutions emphasis
• Diverse career opportunities
• Innovative IT in health care
• Combines theory and practice
• Addresses health disparities

Western Michigan University's Health Informatics and Information Management B.B.A. program in Kalamazoo integrates health sciences with business education, requiring a 2.75 GPA for admission and an ACT or SAT exam. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills in health data management, ethics, and IT systems, with courses covering medical terminology, human anatomy, and business statistics. Students complete a capstone project and can choose specialties such as Data Analysis or Health Information Networking, preparing them for roles in the evolving healthcare technology field.

• B.B.A. degree
• 2.75 GPA requirement
• Capstone project
• Specialty tracks available
• Courses in health IT
• Focus on practical skills
• Includes medical terminology
• Human anatomy course
• Business statistics included
• Located in Kalamazoo, MI

Davenport University's online Master of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management is CAHIIM-accredited, focusing on health data management, privacy, and technology-driven patient care improvements. This 33-credit program requires no entrance exam and emphasizes real-world applications, with experienced faculty guiding students toward RHIA exam eligibility. A unique data analytics graduate certificate is available with just two extra courses. The program boasts an 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio and high graduate satisfaction, supporting leadership roles in healthcare analytics. Admission demands a bachelor's degree with a 2.75 GPA and foundational coursework in management, technology, and statistics.

• CAHIIM-accredited program.
• 100% online classes.
• 33 credits to complete.
• Eligible for RHIA exam.
• Graduate certificate option.
• 18:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
• High graduate satisfaction.
• Nationally recognized faculty.
• AHIMA-approved classes.
• Veteran-friendly school.