The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Located in the vibrant region of deep South Texas, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is committed to fostering student success at its core. Our mission is to provide world-class academic programs and research opportunities that empower our diverse community of students and faculty to effect transformative change locally, regionally, and globally.

The Master of Science in Health Science (MSHS) Program, with a concentration in Healthcare Informatics, equips graduates with the skills to effectively manage, evaluate, and leverage health data to drive informed decisions aimed at enhancing patient outcomes. Key program features include:

• Completion of coursework in just one year, offered in a fully online, accelerated format.
• An interdisciplinary approach to learning, tailored for healthcare professionals already active in the field. Students collaborate across disciplines, including Health Care Administration, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Nutrition, and Health Professions Education and Technology.
• Dedicated support from informatics credentialed faculty, committed to empowering students to translate healthcare challenges into informatics-driven solutions.

Additionally, UTRGV offers a Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Informatics designed for current healthcare practitioners seeking to deepen their expertise in this dynamic field.