Health Data Science MS
Harness the power of health data to innovate, improve care and transform the future of health care with an MS in Health Data Science from ACPHS.
Earn your Master of Science in Health Data Science 100% online and prepare to thrive in a fast-growing, high-impact field—on your schedule, from wherever you are.
Overview: Where Insight Meets Impact
In today’s data-driven world, health care is being transformed by the ability to turn information into action. As the demand for professionals who can interpret and apply health data skyrockets, so does the need for experts who understand the real-world impact of that data on care quality, patient outcomes and ethical decision-making.
The Health Data Science master’s program at ACPHS empowers you to do just that. You’ll gain the analytical tools and real-world insights needed to innovate responsibly and lead the charge in improving health-care delivery.
Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance it, this program empowers you to connect the dots between health interventions and the outcomes they create. You’ll gain the skills to make health care smarter, safer and more equitable—while opening doors to opportunities in both the public and private sectors. Graduates are also well-prepared to pursue doctoral programs or competitive research fellowships.
Health Data Science Facts & Stats
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The MS in Health Data Science is a 33-credit, one-year program designed to give you real-world, hands-on experience in a rapidly growing field. You’ll learn how to apply data analytics in diverse health-care settings—from hospitals and public health agencies to insurance companies, managed-care organizations and policy think tanks.
Coursework focuses on public health research, statistical methods and how data can be used to improve patient care, public health and business outcomes.
To round out your experience, you’ll choose between a capstone project or an internship in a corporate or clinical setting. Internship opportunities may include quality monitoring organizations, pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, insurance providers, and state or local public health departments.
The ACPHS MS in Health Data Science program prepares students to harness the power of data to solve real-world health-care challenges. Students gain in-demand skills in data analysis, system design, ethical data practices and effective communication—positioning them for careers across health care or for advanced academic study.
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Analyze and interpret complex data to identify trends, predict outcomes and support health-care decision-making.
- Design data-driven solutions that improve health-care delivery, efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Apply ethical standards in data privacy, security and governance throughout the health-care data lifecycle.
- Communicate insights effectively using data visualizations, reports and presentations tailored to diverse audiences.
- Pursue careers or advanced study in hospitals, public health agencies, pharma, insurance or doctoral-level research.
Why Choose Health Data Science at ACPHS?
Fast-Track Your Future With Our One-Year, Fully Online Program
Designed for maximum flexibility, the program combines synchronous and asynchronous courses so you can learn on your schedule, from anywhere. In just three semesters—fall, spring, and a summer capstone—you’ll gain the technical and analytical skills needed to thrive in a data-driven health-care landscape.
Experiential Learning in the Health Data Science Degree
At ACPHS, experiential learning is built into every stage of the MS in Health Data Science program. You’ll gain career-focused training through hands-on coursework that includes programming with large data sets, conducting randomized controlled trials and exploring outcomes research. Our expert faculty—who bring deep academic knowledge and real-world industry experience—will guide you through projects rooted in today’s health- care challenges. With access to research mentors and electives tailored to your career goals, you’ll graduate with the tools, experience and support to lead the future of health care through the power of data.
Health Data Science Careers
The U.S. health-care system is generating more data than ever—and needs professionals who can transform it into meaningful insights. With the field of health data science expected to grow 35% by 2032, now is the ideal time to step into this fast-growing, high-impact industry.
Graduates are well-prepared to enter the workforce or pursue advanced study in areas like health outcomes, health economics or data-driven public health.
Alumni have gone on to roles in both public and private sectors, including:
Industry & Government:
- Bayer
- New York State Department of Health
PhD Programs:
- Baylor College of Medicine
- Monash University
- University of Colorado at Denver
- University of Houston
Research Fellowships:
- Johns Hopkins University
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