Columbia,
MO,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Informatics - Health Informatics in Columbia United States | University of Missouri
University of Missouri
|
Columbia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
25,043
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Here is a concise overview of the standard degree prerequisites. For more details, visit the Informatics Institute website:
Students need to complete both mandatory and elective coursework.
A qualifying examination must be successfully passed.
Annual presentation of at least one institutional seminar is required.
A minimum of 72 graduate-level credit hours is mandatory, with 15 credits at the 8000-level (excluding research, problems, lab rotations, or seminars). Credit transfers require approval from both the student's doctoral committee and the MUII Curriculum Committee.
Completion of a comprehensive exam with written and oral components is necessary within a designated period.
Students must pass their comprehensive examination no later than 7 months before their planned defense date.
Submission and successful defense of an original research dissertation in an informatics field is required.
To demonstrate research advancement, students should aim to present at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals related to their informatics studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Preferred GPA 3.3 out of 4.0
Sufficient background and training to pursue advanced degree in informatics
Unofficial Transcripts As part of the application submission process all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all postsecondary transcripts to the online application Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose which should include a summary of why you are interested in pursuing an advanced informatics degree a brief description of your previous research experiences the specific area of informatics you are interested in pursuing and your future career goals and plans in the informatics field
GREGMAT scores optional
TOEFLIELTS scores for international applicants if required
Three letters of recommendation from faculty or supervisors who can evaluate the applicants credentials and potential to become successful in the area of informatics
A scanned copy of transcripts from each postsecondary institution.
Optional documents - applicants are encouraged to submit representative publications in informatics, if available.
TOEFL - 90, PBT - 577 - https://catalog.missouri.edu/graduateschool/informatics/phd-informatics-emphasis-health-informatics/ - PBT TAKEN FROM THIS LINK
Sufficient background and training to pursue advanced degree in informatics
Unofficial Transcripts As part of the application submission process all applicants are required to upload unofficial copies of all postsecondary transcripts to the online application Official transcripts are only required if accepted by the academic program
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose which should include a summary of why you are interested in pursuing an advanced informatics degree a brief description of your previous research experiences the specific area of informatics you are interested in pursuing and your future career goals and plans in the informatics field
GREGMAT scores optional
TOEFLIELTS scores for international applicants if required
Three letters of recommendation from faculty or supervisors who can evaluate the applicants credentials and potential to become successful in the area of informatics
A scanned copy of transcripts from each postsecondary institution.
Optional documents - applicants are encouraged to submit representative publications in informatics, if available.
TOEFL - 90, PBT - 577 - https://catalog.missouri.edu/graduateschool/informatics/phd-informatics-emphasis-health-informatics/ - PBT TAKEN FROM THIS LINK
Tuition
USD
25,043