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Indiana University Online

Public Health Informatics, M.P.H.

Combine science and computing technologies with public health practices through the IU Online Master of Public Health in Public Health Informatics. This flexible degree program combines academic theory and practical experience to prepare you for a career in public health.

Program quick facts

Course Delivery

100% Online

Total Credits

45

Campuses Hosting

  • Indianapolis

Degree Type

Master of Public Health

Degree Overview

As a student in the IU Online M.P.H. in Public Health Informatics, you’ll develop a foundation in data systems used within healthcare organizations to advance public health. By studying the storage, collection, and management of health data, you’ll learn to improve health outcomes and address public health issues. 

You’ll graduate with an Indiana University degree respected by employers worldwide—and you can work on yours anytime and anywhere. Plus, you’ll enjoy personalized support services throughout your academic journey.

And the benefits start long before graduation. More than half of IU Online students advance in their careers before they complete their degree.

To be accepted to this program, you must have:
  1. A bachelor’s degree
  2. Minimum of one year of undergraduate mathematics
  3. GPA of 3.0 or higher, or official GRE scores 
To apply to this program, complete an online application that includes:
  1. Official transcripts
  2. GRE (students with GPA below 3.0 only)
  3. Personal statement (500 words)
  4. Resume
  5. Three letters of recommendation
  6. TOEFL or IELTS scores (international applicants only)
  7. Interview (if applicable)
Application Dates

Fall semester: Aug 1

Fall semester (international students): Apr 1

Spring semester: Nov 1

Spring semester (international students): Sep 15

The IU Online M.P.H. in Public Health Informatics prepares you for such careers as:

  • Public health informatics epidemiologist
  • Health informatics scientist
  • Public health informatics project manager
  • Public health informatics specialist
  • Health informatics consultant
  • Health informatics analyst

To earn the M.P.H. in Public Health Informatics, you must complete 45 credit hours. Requirements are broken down as follows:

  • Public health core courses (12 credits)
  • Public health informatics concentration courses (18 credits)
  • Electives (9 credits)
  • Public health practical experience (6 credits)

Core Classes for the MPH in Public Health Informatics
Course Number Course Name Credits
PBHL-P 510 Introduction to Public Health 3 Credits
PBHL-P 511 Comprehensive Methods and Applications in Biostatistics and Epidemiology 3 Credits
PBHL-P 512 Communication and Leadership 3 Credits
PBHL-P 513 Planning, Evaluation, and Management 3 Credits

Find course descriptions with our Search Schedule of Classes/Courses tool.

Program cost information

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