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Why Choose Mercer University?

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Degrees Built for Career Growth: 95% of the graduating class of 2025 were employed or continuing their education six months after earning a Mercer degree.*

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Nationally Ranked. Distinctively Mercer: Mercer University is ranked among the top National Universities and Best Colleges for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report.

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Military Friendly and Welcoming by Design: Mercer is ranked a No. 1 Military Friendly® School.

Online Health Informatics Designed for Your Path

Mercer University’s online M.S. in Health Informatics prepares you to use data and technology to improve healthcare delivery, patient outcomes, and organizational performance. Designed for professionals in clinical or IT-related fields, the program develops expertise in healthcare data management, interoperability standards, clinical decision support, telehealth, risk assessment, and systems design. 

Core courses cover healthcare systems, data management, project management, and research, while electives let you focus on areas that grow your career. You’ll integrate your learning through a health informatics capstone. With start dates in January and August, eight-week courses led by expert faculty, and an estimated completion time of 18 months, Mercer’s program prepares you for opportunities connecting healthcare, technology, data, and leadership.

Prepare for a Rewarding Career

  • Hands-on, Experiential Learning

    Develop career-ready best practices in classes, applied coursework, and a capstone project. 

  • Flexible Course Format

    Receive high-quality instruction online with a strong network of peers and faculty.

  • Eight-Week Courses, Two Start Dates

    Choose a January or August start date and learn in focused, 8-week classes designed for school/life balance.

  • Experienced Faculty Mentors

    Learn from faculty who have honed their expertise and perspectives around the world and across industries.

  • Support for Working and Military Students

    Access dedicated support from a team who understands the lives of working adults and military students.

  • Personalized Financial Planning

    Partner with a financial planning counselor for personalized guidance to make confident decisions about your future.

Where Mercer Graduates Work

Graduates of Mercer’s M.S. in Health Informatics program work in diverse settings in roles such as:

  • Bioinformatics Specialist
  • Clinical Analyst
  • Clinical Informaticist
  • Clinical Manager
  • Data Analyst
  • Health Analytics Specialist
  • Health Data Manager
  • Health Information Management Director
  • Health Information Systems Designer
  • Health Economist
  • Informatics Manager
  • Information Technology Analyst
  • Medical Technologist
  • Nurse Informaticist
  • Systems Analyst

What are Mercer Graduates Saying?

“During the program, I had the opportunity to meet a variety of students with an assortment of healthcare backgrounds such as pharmacy, nursing, respiratory therapy, and nutrition. I also had the opportunity to engage in thoughtful discussions based on different experiences. As a full-time nurse working the night shift, Mercer’s fully online degree was extremely helpful in managing my time as a student.”

Zeinab Abdulkadir, M.S. in Health Informatics '19

About Mercer University

Mercer University is one of America’s oldest and most distinctive institutions of higher learning with approximately 9,000 students enrolled across 12 schools and colleges. We are ranked among the top tier of national research universities and have earned consistent recognition for our academic programs and educational opportunities.

Mercer is recognized as a leader in providing students of all ages with the personalized support and flexibility needed to make a private education a reality.

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