Online M.S. in Nursing Informatics

At the University of Utah, our courses combine the flexibility of online teaching with the advantages and direct engagement of traditional teaching. Enjoy the benefit of studying online at your own pace while still engaging with classmates and instructors. This flexible way of teaching improves your overall experience and your ability to retain what you learn.

Interactive learning comes in a variety of ways:

• Group assignments, where you collaborate via email or a discussion forum to answer a problem set.
• Contributions to a discussion forum, where you directly respond to previous posts.
• Peer reviews, where you review and comment on assignments from other students.

Our classes also offer multiple routes to stay connected and get help:

• Communicate directly with the instructor via email.
• Participate in and guide online discussions.
• Attend online office hours in discussion threads or on the phone.
• Instructors are available in “real” office hours for students on or near campus; for some courses we offer Q&A sessions in a classroom.

Master of Science in Nursing Informatics from the College of Nursing. 

All courses at the University of Utah, whether online or on campus, are taught by the same expert faculty members

For eligibility in UOnline’s nursing informatics degree program, you must hold a:

• Bachelor’s degree
• RN or advanced practice RN license

This full-time program spans five semesters, including a summer term, and many students continue working part or full time while enrolled. Students often transition into informatics roles during or shortly after completing the program. Part-time options are available for those needing more flexibility.

To graduate, students must complete the required graduate nursing and informatics courses outlined in the program of study for their relevant year. 

view program curriculum & requirements

The tuition rate for the online nursing informatics degree program is $931.50 per credit. Tuition is subject to change, and changes typically occur in the summer but can happen at any time. Calculate your estimated tuition.

Tuition does not include additional fees such as online textbooks or proctored exams. Fees and materials vary by program.

Review detailed online cost information and graduate student funding options. 

Note: This program qualifies for the U of U employee reduced tuition benefit.

To apply for UOnline’s master’s in nursing informatics program, you must submit the following application materials:

• Application for graduate admission
• Transcripts from ANY and ALL colleges and universities attended, including the University of Utah
• You must have earned a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Evidence of a bachelor’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited university or college and a nationally accredited nursing school from either:
• The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Accreditation (CCNE)
• The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
• Current résumé or curriculum vitae
• Three professional references
• Professional goal statement