Intended for individuals with a background in health care or the medical sciences, UMass Lowell's four-course Graduate Certificate Program in Health Informatics provides a solid foundation of knowledge related to data analysis; health care IT; and electronic methods of organizing, storing and exchanging patient data.
- Complete in as little as 9 months
- One of the most affordable tuitions in the nation
- Certificate credits can be applied towards UMass Lowell's Master of Science in Health Information Management program
Learn More About This Program:
To receive more information, please fill out the Request Information form to the right.
| Type of Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Fee Per Credit | $575 |
| Registration Fee Per Semester | $30 |
| Returned Check Fee Per Semester* | $30 |
| Graduate Certificate Application Fee | $50 |
| Late Fee for Nonpayment | $50 |
| Total for Course** | $1,755 ($575 x 3 credits = $1,725 + $30 registration fee per semester) |
*Applicable when check is returned unpaid.
**Courses can vary from one to six credits; this total represents a standard three-credit course.
For registration information, visit UMass Lowell's website.
The University of Massachusetts Lowell is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Admission to all graduate programs at UMass Lowell is contingent upon successful completion of a bachelor's degree. No Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is required for graduate certificate programs. Credits earned from a graduate certificate may be used toward a related graduate degree with the approval of the graduate program coordinator. Students who complete a UMass Lowell graduate certificate with a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or better may be able to waive the GRE when applying to a related master's degree. Graduate certificate programs must be completed within a five-year period with a minimum 3.0 grade point average and no more than one course with a grade below B. Courses completed for one certificate may not be used for other certificates.
For more information about UMass Lowell's graduate admissions process, visit uml.edu/grad.
Availability of financial aid varies depending on certificate program, matriculation and course status. Please contact the Financial Aid Office at 978-934-4220 or email financialaidquestions@uml.edu to determine eligibility.
