Students have two opportunities to begin the online MS in Healthcare Informatics program each year, including Fall and Spring start dates.
The next start date is January 23, 2026.
The Admissions Committee reviews applications on a rolling basis. However, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible.
Admission Requirements
Requirements for admission to the online Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics include:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution or the equivalent
- A minimum 2.75 cumulative undergraduate GPA on a four-point scale
Note: Students are not required to take the GRE or GMAT for admission to the program.
Admission Materials
In order to complete the application, all candidates must submit the following:
- Completed application
- Official transcripts for all schools attended. See below for more information
- Professional résumé/CV
- $60 application fee
- Completion of a 500-word essay detailing the reasons for application to the program
- Two letters of recommendation from a professional or academic source
International Students
In addition to the admission requirements and materials listed above, international students must have a minimum TOEFL score of 80 or a minimum IELTS overall band score of 6.5.
Please note that admission to the online Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics program does not qualify international students for a visa.
Transcript Submission Details
All candidates must submit official undergraduate transcripts for all schools where credits were earned toward the conferred degree.
Official eScripts can be sent to our office electronically (directly from the institution) to apply@adelphi.edu, or via mail (in sealed envelopes) to:
Office of University Admissions
Nexus Building
1 South Avenue
P.O. Box 701
Garden City, New York 11530-0701
Transfer Credit
Up to 9 transfer credits will be accepted for comparable graduate courses completed with a grade of B or higher within five years preceding the date of entrance to the Adelphi University College of Nursing and Public Health.
Tuition and Fees
Below is a breakdown of the tuition for the online MS in Healthcare Informatics program. Visit the Tuition & Financial Aid page for additional information on tuition, fees and deposits.
| Program | Credits | Cost/Credit Hour* | Tuition* | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science in Healthcare Informatics | 39 | $1,050 | $40,950 | $200 |
*Tuition and fees based on 2025-2026 rates. Tuition and fees subject to change. Total tuition may vary based on credits taken. Current graduate tuition and applicable fees are published by Adelphi University at: https://www.adelphi.edu/one-stop/educational-cost/tuition/graduate/.
Admissions Policies and Procedures
Detailed admissions requirements, application steps and deadlines for the MS in Healthcare Informatics are provided on this page at: https://online.adelphi.edu/graduate-degrees/ms-healthcare-informatics/admission/#section-admission.
Advanced Placement, Transfer Credits and Experiential Learning
Policies regarding transfer credit evaluation and related admissions considerations are available at: https://online.adelphi.edu/graduate-degrees/ms-healthcare-informatics/admission/#section-transfer.
Credits Required for Program Completion
The MS in Healthcare Informatics requires successful completion of 39 credits as outlined in the plan of study and program handbook.
Criteria for Successful Completion of Each Segment of the Curriculum and Graduation
Program Credits and Time Limit: Successful completion of 39 credits is required. All degree requirements must be completed within five years of admission, including any provisional period.
Minimum Academic Standards: Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 throughout the program. A grade of B− or higher is required in all courses.
Course Repetition and Dismissal: A course with a grade below B− must be repeated at the next offering. A grade of F in any course results in dismissal. Students who fail to achieve B− or higher in more than one course will be dismissed. Students who have already repeated one course successfully are not permitted to repeat a second course in which they failed to achieve a B−.
Probation: If the cumulative GPA falls below 3.0, the student is placed on academic probation and has one semester to correct the deficiency. Limitations apply during probation, including reduced credit loads and restrictions on course options.
Capstone/Practicum: Completion of HIN 650, Practicum in Healthcare Information Technology, including field work and a comprehensive paper, is required.
Graduation Requirements and Conferral: All 39 credits must be completed, and any incomplete grades must be resolved prior to graduation. Degrees are conferred three times per year, typically in January, May and August. Graduation application information is available at: https://registrar.adelphi.edu/graduation/application/.
Withdrawal and Refund Policies
Policies and procedures for course registration, withdrawal, and refunds are available at: https://www.adelphi.edu/policies/registration-policy/.
Student Grievance Procedure
Graduate students may file academic appeals or submit a formal complaint regarding arbitrary or capricious actions. The academic appeal sequence is Academic Standards Committee, then Associate Dean for Graduate Programs, then Dean of the College of Nursing and Public Health. Grade disputes are excluded from the formal complaint policy. The Student Complaint Resolution portal is available at: https://www.adelphi.edu/life-at-adelphi/student-affairs/student-complaint-resolution/.