MS Biomedical Informatics at University of Pittsburgh

Programme overview

The research-oriented MS offers the same rigorous coursework as the doctoral programme with hands-on research training in biomedical informatics and AI. It targets health care professionals, biologists and computer science and AI graduates working in academic medical institutions, hospital systems, industry and federal agencies.

Faculty: School of Medicine | Department: Department of Biomedical Informatics | Duration: Typically two years | Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

A foundational year of core courses, then electives in a chosen specialty, with training in responsible conduct of research and scientific communication. Students complete a research project with a written report and a presentation to a master's committee.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications go through the Biomedical Informatics Training Program: $50 fee, personal statement, at least three letters of recommendation and official academic records. Programming knowledge in C, C++ or Java strongly encouraged. GRE not required. International applicants need TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7.0 or Duolingo 120 unless waived.

Requirements published at program group level.

Domestic applicants: USD 32,284 a year (2026-27). Pennsylvania-resident graduate tuition, School of Medicine, Graduate (PhD, MS, and Certificate); additional fees apply, full-time two terms (fall and spring). Tuition only; mandatory fees and other expenses excluded. Source

International applicants: USD 54,838 a year (2026-27). Out-of-state (non-PA resident) graduate tuition, School of Medicine, Graduate (PhD, MS, and Certificate); additional fees apply, full-time two terms (fall and spring). Tuition only; mandatory fees and other expenses excluded. Source

Entry terms (Fall, Spring, Summer) and deadlines are set by each school or department; the University's graduate catalog lists Fall, Spring and Summer terms for new graduate students.

Graduate and professional applications are made online to the school or department of intended study, with deadlines set by each school or department; official English-test results are required from applicants from countries where English is not the official language.

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