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Enjoy the countless benefits of the Master of Science in Informatics. Customize the curriculum to meet your desired career path beginning with foundational courses and moving forward to one of two focuses: a career pathway in Health and Telehealth or Cybersecurity and Privacy. Courses can prepare you for the CompTIA Network+ and Security+ certifications if interested in this path. You may also customize your degree to take courses in both paths and acquire a more general skill set.
Informatics is a fast-growing field that touches a broad range of industries giving you many possibilities for career and job growth.
Program Snapshot
30
units
Fall, Spring
admission
About the MS in Informatics Program at SJSU
The Master of Science in Informatics focuses on human/computer interaction and the needs of the end user. This executive-style program features two career pathways: health informatics and cybersecurity/privacy informatics.
Career Opportunities
Some careers for you to consider with the Master of Science in Informatics are: Cybersecurity Professional, Health Information Specialist, Health Services Manager, Clinical Data Analyst, Information Architect, Quality Assurance Lead, Informatics Specialist, Online Marketing Analyst, User Experience Designer, Web Application Developer, Information Security Analyst. Visit the Master of Informatics Your Career page for information on alumni careers, career facts, and more.
Our MS in Informatics degree offers a strong general foundation that is widely applicable to any workplace sector that is information oriented, along with career pathway opportunities in health and cybersecurity and privacy.
Jason Kaltenbacher
Program Coordinator
Testimonials
Visit the iSchool's Community Profiles page to hear success stories from Informatics graduates and other students who have graduated from programs at SJSU’s iSchool.
Apply To The Program
Learn more about how to apply below.
- Admission Requirements
For information on applying to the program visit the Master of Science in Informatics Admissions site.
- How to Apply
- Apply to SJSU through Cal State Apply
- Pay the CSU application fee
- Send transcripts electronically or by mail. Please visit the Master of Science in Informatics How To Apply page for more information.
- Application Deadlines
Application deadline for students:
Spring 2025
- Application Open: August 1, 2024*
- Application Deadline: December 1, 2024*
- Document Deadline: December 20, 2024*
- FAQ
For a list of Advising FAQs please visit the Master of Science in Informatics FAQ page.
Events
To learn more about the program attend an online open house or watch a recording.
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Contact Information
Jason Kaltenbacher
Program Coordinator
jason.kaltenbacher@sjsu.edu