M.S. in Health Data Analytics

Entry Requirements for Postgraduate Programs

Application Fees : US$ 75

1. Academic Qualifications:

   • To be eligible for admission to a postgraduate program at UNT, international students should have a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.                                                                                                                                                                                                    

2. English Language Proficiency:

   • IELTS: An overall score of 6.5 or higher is required, with no individual band score lower than 6.
   • TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language - Internet-Based Test): A minimum overall score of 79 or higher is expected.
   • PTE (Pearson Test of English): A minimum score of 53 or higher is required.
   • DET (Duolingo English Test): A score of 120 or higher is the requirement. 

The University of North Texas (UNT) offers a variety of scholarships to support international students in pursuing their education in the United States. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic achievement, leadership potential, and contributions to the UNT community. 

1. International Excellence Scholarship: This merit-based scholarship is awarded to new undergraduate and graduate international students. The scholarship amount varies and can significantly offset tuition costs.

2. International Education Scholarship: This scholarship is available for undergraduate and graduate students. It is awarded based on academic achievement, financial need, and contributions to international education on campus.

3. International Transfer Scholarship: International transfer students can apply for this scholarship, which is based on their academic performance at their previous institution. It helps ease the financial burden of transferring to UNT.

4. International Student Emergency Fund: UNT provides this fund to assist international students facing unexpected financial emergencies or hardships.

5. Cultural Scholarships: UNT offers cultural scholarships that recognize and celebrate students' cultural and ethnic backgrounds. These scholarships support diversity and promote cultural awareness on campus.

6. Graduate Assistantships: Many graduate programs at UNT offer assistantship opportunities that include a stipend and tuition benefits. These positions allow international graduate students to gain valuable research or teaching experience while pursuing their degrees.

7. Departmental Scholarships: Some academic departments and colleges within UNT may offer scholarships specific to students in their programs. These scholarships often consider academic achievement and area of study.

8. Athletic Scholarships: UNT offers athletic scholarships to student-athletes who excel in various sports. These scholarships are based on athletic performance and can cover tuition and related expenses.

9. External Scholarships: International students can explore external scholarship opportunities from organizations, governments, and foundations outside of UNT. The International Student Office can provide guidance on finding these scholarships.

10. Private Scholarships: Some private organizations and donors provide scholarships to international students. These scholarships may have specific eligibility criteria and application processes.

It's important to note that scholarship availability and eligibility criteria can change from year to year.

The M.S. in Health Data Analytics program at UNT is a cutting-edge program that equips students with the knowledge and skills to harness the power of data in healthcare. This program combines principles from data science, healthcare management, and informatics to provide students with the tools to make a significant impact on the healthcare landscape.

1. Health Data Analysts: Graduates of the M.S. in Health Data Analytics program often embark on careers as health data analysts. They play a pivotal role in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting healthcare data to provide valuable insights that support decision-making and improve patient outcomes.

2. Clinical Data Managers: Some graduates become clinical data managers, responsible for ensuring the accurate collection and management of clinical data, especially in healthcare settings. They work to maintain data integrity and compliance with regulations.

3. Healthcare Data Scientists: Graduates with advanced data science skills may choose careers as healthcare data scientists. They use data-driven approaches to develop predictive models, identify trends, and create data-driven strategies for improving healthcare processes and patient care.

4. Healthcare IT Project Managers: Graduates often become healthcare IT project managers, overseeing the implementation of data analytics and healthcare data management projects, ensuring they stay on schedule and within budget.

5. Population Health Analysts: With the focus on population health, some graduates may work as population health analysts, studying healthcare data to identify trends and assess community health needs, with the goal of enhancing the health of specific populations.

6. Healthcare Consultants: Graduates may become healthcare consultants, advising healthcare organizations on optimizing their data analytics systems, complying with healthcare data regulations, and implementing strategies for improving patient care and operational efficiency.

7. Chief Data Officers (CDOs): As data becomes increasingly valuable in healthcare, some graduates aspire to become Chief Data Officers, leading organizations in data-driven decision-making and healthcare analytics.

8. Health IT Policy Analysts: Graduates with an interest in healthcare policy may work as health IT policy analysts, influencing the development and implementation of healthcare regulations related to healthcare data analytics.

9. Telehealth Specialists: With the growth of telehealth, graduates may choose roles as telehealth specialists, utilizing data analytics to enhance remote healthcare delivery.

10. Healthcare Educators: Graduates passionate about education may become healthcare educators, training healthcare professionals in the use of data analytics tools and practices.

11. Research Scientists: Many graduates choose to pursue research roles in academia, government agencies, or healthcare organizations, contributing to the advancement of health data analytics and data science knowledge.