College of Health Sciences, School of Public and Population Health • Boise, ID • Campus • $4,894.50/Semester (in-state, full-time)
Boise State University offers 2 Health Informatics programs:
- BS in Health Data Analytics
- Undergraduate Certificate in Health Data Management
Program Overview
| Program | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BS in Health Data Analytics | $39.2K / $117.9K | 4 years (8 semesters) | 120 |
| Health Data Management Certificate | $6.7K / $13.7K | Not clearly stated | 15 |
Boise State’s analytics bachelor’s sends students into real statewide health projects through its DASH Lab, two 2-credit courses with community partners before a capstone. It pairs health informatics with database systems and R-based data science.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Types | Bachelor’s; 15-credit certificate |
| Format | Campus (not listed among Boise State’s online programs) |
| Practicum Hours | Two DASH Lab partner courses plus a 3-credit capstone; hours not stated |
| RN License Required | No |
| Who It’s For | Undergraduates aiming for health data analyst roles |
| Distinctive Coursework | Database systems, data science in R, revenue cycle analytics, epidemiology |
| Certification Pathway | Not an HIM degree; no RHIA route |
| Tuition | $4,894.50 per full-time semester in-state; $14,738.50 nonresident (2026-27) |
| Accreditation | No CAHIIM accreditation; NWCCU institutional |
BS in Health Data Analytics
The estimated tuition for the BS in Health Data Analytics at Boise State University is approximately $39,156 in-state or $117,908 out-of-state (eight full-time semesters at $4,894.50 or $14,738.50).
The program can generally be completed in four years.
BS Curriculum
Launched in 2024, the major combines two health informatics courses with database, programming, and analytics courses from the business and data science programs.
- HLTH 212 Foundations of Health Data Analytics (3)
- HLTH 320 and 321 Health Informatics and Data Management I and II (6)
- HLTH 360 Data Analytics and the Revenue Cycle (3)
- HLTH 418 Advanced Health Data Analytics (3)
- HLTH 441 Leading with Data (3)
- HLTH 480 Epidemiology (3)
- ITM 315 Database Systems (3)
- DATA-R 322 Principles of Data Science (3)
More curriculum details are available here.
You Should Know
- The degree replaced Boise State’s former health informatics and information management emphasis in Health Studies.
- An accelerated option lets students count up to 12 graduate credits toward Boise State’s MPH.
BS Practicum and Capstone
- HLTH 471 and 472 Data Analytics for Statewide Health Collaborative I and II (2 credits each), through the DASH Lab with community partners.
- HLTH 490 Capstone Experience (3 credits).
- Hours are Not clearly stated.
The DASH Lab courses give students partner-facing project work before graduating, useful for analyst job applications.
BS Admissions
- Standard Boise State undergraduate admission; no program-specific requirements are stated.
Health Data Management Certificate
The estimated tuition for the Undergraduate Certificate in Health Data Management at Boise State University is approximately $6,675 in-state or $13,680 out-of-state (15 credits at the part-time rates of $445 or $912/credit).
The certificate’s length is not published.
Certificate Curriculum
- HLTH 101 Medical Terminology, HLTH 210 Healthcare Delivery Systems, HLTH 212, HLTH 320, and HLTH 321 (3 each).
- Open to students in any major.
Tuition
Boise State’s 2026-27 undergraduate tuition is $4,894.50 per full-time semester (11 to 16 credits) for Idaho residents and $14,738.50 for nonresidents. Part-time students pay $445 or $912 per credit.
| Program | Resident | Nonresident |
|---|---|---|
| BS, 8 full-time semesters | $39,156 | $117,908 |
| Certificate, 15 credits part-time | $6,675 | $13,680 |
- Rates come from Boise State’s undergraduate tuition and fees page.
Be aware that:
- The published nonresident part-time rate ($912) is low relative to the full-time nonresident rate, so confirm it before relying on it.
- Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) rates are not shown on that page.
For an Idaho resident, the full degree costs about $39,000 in tuition.
Why Choose This Health Informatics Program?
A good fit for undergraduates who want analytics skills and project experience with real Idaho health partners.
Career-entry fit. Database, R, and revenue cycle analytics courses plus DASH Lab projects point toward health data analyst roles.
The trade-offs. It is on campus, not CAHIIM-accredited, and does not lead to the RHIA. The program is new, with no published outcomes yet.
Accreditation
Boise State’s health data programs are not CAHIIM-accredited, and Boise State makes no CAHIIM claim.
Boise State University is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
Graduates are not eligible for AHIMA’s RHIA through this degree. AHIMA’s Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) credential requires work experience in addition to a degree.
Other Health Informatics Schools
See all Idaho health informatics programs, browse the health informatics bachelor’s directory, or read the health informatics degree guide.