Geisel School of Medicine • Hanover, NH • Online or Campus • $63.6K–$68.5K Total
Dartmouth College offers 2 Health Informatics programs:
- MS in Health Data Science (online)
- MS in Health Data Science (on campus)
Program Overview
| Program | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS in Health Data Science, online | $63.6K | 21 months | 15 courses |
| MS in Health Data Science, on campus | $68.5K | 12 months | Not clearly stated |
Dartmouth’s medical school offers the same health data science master’s two ways: a 12-month residential program or a 21-month online version taking one course at a time with weekly live lectures. Both end with a 10-week capstone on real health data.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Types | MS, online and on campus |
| Format | Online with weekly live lectures, or campus in Hanover |
| Practicum Hours | 10-week capstone project; no practicum listed |
| RN License Required | No |
| Who It’s For | Quantitative students headed for health data science roles |
| Distinctive Coursework | Health data science taught one course at a time (online) |
| Certification Pathway | May fit AMIA AHIC Track 1 with work experience |
| Tuition | Online $29,362 year one, $34,256 year two; campus $68,508 (2026-27) |
| Accreditation | No CAHIIM accreditation; NECHE institutional |
| Cohort Size | About 25 to 35 online; 30 to 40 on campus |
MS in Health Data Science, Online
The estimated tuition for the online MS in Health Data Science at Dartmouth College is approximately $63,618 ($29,362 in year one and $34,256 in year two).
The program can generally be completed in 21 months.
Online Curriculum
- 15 courses, taken one at a time in sequence.
- Weekly live lectures plus self-paced coursework.
- A final-term capstone using real-world health data.
More curriculum details are available here.
You Should Know
- The online program launched in September 2025.
- Credit totals and individual course titles are Not clearly stated on the pages reviewed.
Online Admissions
- Bachelor’s degree; other requirements and deadlines are Not clearly stated.
- No RN license required.
MS in Health Data Science, On Campus
The estimated tuition for the on-campus MS in Health Data Science at Dartmouth College is approximately $68,508 for the 12-month program (2026-27).
The program can generally be completed in 12 months.
Campus Curriculum
- Four terms in Hanover, ending in the same 10-week capstone as the online program.
You Should Know
- Students completing the capstone may be charged for a fifth term; the amount is Not clearly stated.
Tuition
Dartmouth’s 2026-27 tuition is $68,508 for the on-campus program and $29,362 (year one) plus $34,256 (year two) online.
| Format | 2026-27 Tuition Page | Comparison Page |
|---|---|---|
| Online | $63,618 over two years | $66,190 |
| On campus | $68,508 | $66,190 |
- Rates come from Dartmouth’s tuition and fees page.
Be aware that:
- ⚠️ Dartmouth’s comparison page lists $66,190 for both formats; the dated 2026-27 tuition page is used here.
- Required fees are excluded and not listed.
The online version costs a few thousand dollars less in tuition and avoids a year of Hanover living costs.
Why Choose This Health Informatics Program?
Built for quantitative students who want a medical school’s health data science degree, online or in residence.
Choosing a format. The 12-month campus program is fastest; the 21-month online version suits working students who can attend weekly live lectures.
The trade-offs. Tuition is high, credits and course titles are not published, and there is no practicum beyond the capstone.
Accreditation
Dartmouth’s MS in Health Data Science is not CAHIIM-accredited, and Dartmouth makes no CAHIIM claim. Health data science degrees typically fall outside CAHIIM’s scope.
Dartmouth College is institutionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Check the AMIA Health Informatics Certification eligibility rules to see whether a health data science master’s qualifies under Track 1.
More Health Informatics Options
See all New Hampshire health informatics programs, browse the health informatics master’s directory, or read the health informatics degree guide.