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Master of Health Informatics tuition and funding

Earning an MHI degree is an investment in your future, and we’re committed to helping it pay off. Recent graduates report strong career outcomes, competitive salaries and high job satisfaction. 

Explore resources to make graduate school more affordable, from scholarships just for UMSI students to external funding opportunities. 

Full-term tuition at the School of Information is set by the U-M Office of the Registrar. Each year near the beginning of the fall term, updated tuition and fees are posted on the Registrar's website.

Those rates for the 2025-26 school year are $18,550 per term for Michigan residents and $30,632 per term for out-of-state residents attending full time (9 credits or more), plus fees. 

It’s worth noting that tuition is capped at that amount, so if you choose to enroll in more credits per term (as some of our students do), those additional credits are effectively free.

UMSI offers merit-based, need-informed scholarships ranging from partial to full tuition. You are automatically considered for scholarships as part of the admissions process; no separate application is needed. Apply by the priority deadline of Jan. 15 for first consideration. Learn more about UMSI scholarships. 

In addition, we consider all eligible applicants for the following scholarships and fellowships: 

The UMSI Go Blue Graduate Scholarship is open to U-M students and recent graduates who either received or qualified for the Go Blue Guarantee as undergraduates on any U-M campus. It provides four semesters of tuition and fees to selected full-time students in the MHI or MSI program. 

The Health Informatics Achievement Fellowship assists eligible students in the MHI program with four semesters of support, consisting of tuition, fees, health and dental insurance, and a stipend. 

The Evan Hale Bliss Health Scholarship in Health Informatics was created by three UMSI graduates: Nancy A. Bliss, Kenlee Ray and Maureen M. Moore. It is named in memory of Evan Bliss, who worked for the Henry Jackson Foundation in health data collection and analysis on HIV/AIDS treatments in various projects in Africa and Eastern Europe.

We encourage you to seek additional funding from external scholarships. Many private scholarships are offered by professional, corporate, trade, government, civic, religious and social and fraternal organizations. Search for external scholarships early by using free online databases like those administered by College Board, FastWEB!, Appily and Scholarship America. 

For the most up-to-date recommendations regarding external funding, reach out to [email protected].

MHI students who receive an external scholarship in their first year are eligible for up to $10,000 in matching funds from UMSI. Matching awards are determined based on the amount of funding you’ve already received from UMSI, your remaining unmet cost of attendance and the availability of matching funds.

Current students who receive an external award within 12 months of initial enrollment should submit the award statement to the Health Informatics admissions team at [email protected]. 

Note that matching funds apply to scholarship awards only, not to tuition support provided by employee benefit programs or government-sponsored tuition payment programs.

Graduate assistantships are opportunities for students to be involved in teaching, research or strategic initiatives on campus. Typically, assistantships are very competitive opportunities that carry a strong financial aid package that may include tuition, stipend and health benefits. At UMSI, virtually all the assistantships are teaching assistantships. Learn more about GSI, GSRA and GSSA opportunities at UMSI. 

Many MSI students pursue part-time jobs, including work-study positions, during their degree program. You can find these opportunities online through U-M job postings and, once matriculated, through UMSI Career Link.

Learn more about student employment. 

The U-M Office of Financial Aid provides information on federal need-based aid for U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens. For graduate students, this aid typically comes in the form of loans or work study. 

Resources from the U-M Office of Financial Aid include a standard student budget to help you calculate the cost of living in Ann Arbor and a net price calculator to estimate your financial aid and expenses (note: requires a CollegeBoard login to use). 

A number of loan forgiveness programs are available to master's-level graduates, particularly for those who pursue work in public service. A few of these programs are listed below. It is important to remember that these programs are administered based on certain types of loans, and consolidation may affect your eligibility. Be sure to seek assistance when considering consolidation to make sure you are not disqualifying yourself from thousands of dollars in potential loan forgiveness.

The U-M Veteran and Military Services Office offers information on funding available for student veterans and active service members, including external scholarships and guidance on applying benefits such as the Post 9/11 GI Bill.

If you are a military-connected student, you may be eligible for in-state tuition at the University of Michigan even if you live in another state. Learn more. 

Securing funding for graduate school can feel overwhelming — especially as an international student — but there are resources available. While some scholarships and fellowships are limited to U.S. citizens or permanent residents, a number of national and regional scholarships are open to international students. Taking time to research options early and carefully review eligibility requirements can expand your possibilities.

Here are some resources:

Apply for in-state tuition: These guidelines offer an alternative way to qualify for in-state tuition based on attendance at Michigan middle or high schools and enrollment at the university within 28 months of high school graduation.

Financial aid and assistance: Most financial aid — including federal, state and many institutional sources — requires U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen status. For more information, contact the Office of Financial Aid at 734-763-6600 or [email protected]. 

UMSI provides emergency funding up to $2,500 for students enrolled in the BSI, MSI or MHI programs. Current students can contact the UMSI Academic Success team at [email protected] for more information on the application process.

Start early. As you prepare to apply, begin researching funding sources.

  • Invest time to search for funding. Students who have looked for funding more proactively have found new and unexpected sources from places such as professional organizations, state agencies and local or community organizations. Explore funding search engines and additional links from above.
  • It’s not over when you’re admitted. Remember that securing funding for graduate education is a process that begins when you are an applicant but can still continue as you complete your degree.
  • We’ll help! Stay in touch with UMSI admissions, and, once you are enrolled, with UMSI's financial aid advisor. Tell us about your needs, and we will work with you to help you uncover new sources and leads for funding.