Philadelphia, PA • Online • From $1,240/Credit
Saint Joseph’s University offers 2 Health Informatics programs:
- Master of Health Informatics
- MHA and Master of Health Informatics Dual Degree
Program Overview
| Program | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Health Informatics | $40.9K | 2 years | 33 |
| MHA and MHI Dual Degree | $55.8K | Not clearly stated | 45 |
Saint Joseph’s online health informatics master’s is aimed at working professionals, with an average student experience of seven years, and offers five start dates a year. Students can pair it with the MHA to earn both master’s degrees in 45 credits instead of 66.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Types | Master’s; dual master’s with MHA |
| Format | MHI 100% online; dual degree listed as hybrid in Philadelphia |
| Practicum Hours | Not clearly stated |
| RN License Required | No |
| Who It’s For | Experienced healthcare professionals moving into informatics or leadership |
| Distinctive Coursework | Digital and connected health, health data standards, organization change and culture |
| Certification Pathway | Not CAHIIM-accredited; may fit AMIA AHIC with experience |
| Tuition | From $1,240 per credit (year not stated) |
| Accreditation | No programmatic accreditation stated; MSCHE institutional |
Master of Health Informatics
The estimated tuition for the Master of Health Informatics at Saint Joseph’s University is approximately $40,920 (33 credits at $1,240/credit).
Saint Joseph’s lists the program at 2 years, with part-time study available.
MHI Curriculum
- Digital and Connected Health
- Data Analysis for Healthcare
- Health Data Standards
- Organization Change and Culture
- Strategic planning, leadership, and data management coursework; the full list is in SJU’s catalog
You Should Know
- Starts are in August, October, January, March, and May.
MHI Practicum and Capstone
- A capstone or practicum is Not clearly stated on the program page.
MHI Admissions
- Bachelor’s degree, transcripts, a personal statement, a résumé, and one recommendation; two years of work experience recommended.
MHA and Master of Health Informatics Dual Degree
The estimated tuition for the MHA and MHI dual degree at Saint Joseph’s University is approximately $55,800 (45 credits at $1,240/credit), if the same rate applies.
Dual Degree Curriculum
- Both master’s degrees in 45 credits; SJU’s separate listing describes it as hybrid in Philadelphia.
Tuition
Saint Joseph’s says tuition starts at $1,240 per credit, excluding fees, without stating a year.
| Program | Credits | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Health Informatics | 33 | $40,920 |
| MHA and MHI dual degree | 45 | $55,800 |
- Rates come from SJU’s program page.
Be aware that:
- ⚠️ SJU says tuition “starts at” $1,240 per credit, so some students may pay more; confirm your rate.
The rate is the same for students in every state.
Why Choose This Health Informatics Program?
Built for experienced professionals who may also want an MHA.
Who it fits. Mid-career staff who want digital health and data standards alongside leadership and change management fit this program, especially those who want the dual MHA.
The trade-offs. At about $41,000 it costs more than Scranton‘s accredited online MS, and it is not CAHIIM-accredited.
Accreditation
Saint Joseph’s Master of Health Informatics is not CAHIIM-accredited, and SJU makes no CAHIIM claim for it.
Saint Joseph’s University is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
Check the AMIA Health Informatics Certification eligibility rules for non-accredited master’s pathways.
Other Health Informatics Schools
See all Pennsylvania health informatics programs, browse the health informatics master’s directory, or read the health informatics degree guide.