The application deadline is December 15. Applications should be submitted through the SLATE application portal.
The application deadline is December 15. Applications should be submitted through the SLATE application portal.
The application deadline is December 15. Applications should be submitted through the SLATE application portal.
The application deadline is December 15. Applications should be submitted through the SLATE application portal.
To apply for admission to the personal health informatics PhD program, you must submit an online application that includes:
A research statement should describe your background, experience, and interest in graduate school and research. It should also include:
An admissions committee consisting of personal health informatics faculty members evaluates all applications for admission to the program.
To apply for admission to the personal health informatics PhD program, you must submit an online application that includes:
A research statement should describe your background, experience, and interest in graduate school and research. It should also include:
An admissions committee consisting of personal health informatics faculty members evaluates all applications for admission to the program.
To apply for admission to the personal health informatics PhD program, you must submit an online application that includes:
A research statement should describe your background, experience, and interest in graduate school and research. It should also include:
An admissions committee consisting of personal health informatics faculty members evaluates all applications for admission to the program.
To apply for admission to the personal health informatics PhD program, you must submit an online application that includes:
A research statement should describe your background, experience, and interest in graduate school and research. It should also include:
An admissions committee consisting of personal health informatics faculty members evaluates all applications for admission to the program.
The application deadline is December 15. Applications should be submitted through the SLATE application portal.
The application deadline will be extended for all Iranian applicants. We will continue monitoring the situation to adjust other upcoming deadlines as needed. For more information, contact khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
PHI faculty receive many resumes and emails from students asking if they have enough experience to be admitted to the program. Please know that we consider each applicant’s entire application, and therefore cannot comment on admission likelihood without seeing a student’s resume, transcript, scores, recommendations, and research statement. Students interested in the program should put themselves in the best light relative to our admission criteria when applying. We will not be able to assess a student’s chances ahead of time.
In special circumstances, extremely strong applicants may be admitted to the program starting in January. However, most students will be admitted for September. Students who have special circumstances should contact us to discuss their options.
Exceptions may be made for exceptional candidates. Students who feel they are a great match for the program should still apply even if a test score does not quite meet the requirement.
Northeastern University requires valid exam scores before admission. If a student’s old scores demonstrate a likelihood to meet the requirements when retaking the exam, submit those scores with the application—and then submit new scores as soon as they’re available.
Coursework in health is not a requirement for program admission, but a strong demonstration of interest in health is, such as working in the industry or volunteer work. A student’s dedication to the health field should come through clearly in the research statement and other admission materials.
We do not require specific courses other than strong evidence of an interest in health and technology.
All international applicants from countries other than Canada, the UK, and Australia must submit TOEFL scores (or equivalent) unless students completed a four-year degree at a US college or university.
The application deadline is December 15. Applications should be submitted through the SLATE application portal.
The application deadline will be extended for all Iranian applicants. We will continue monitoring the situation to adjust other upcoming deadlines as needed. For more information, contact khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
PHI faculty receive many resumes and emails from students asking if they have enough experience to be admitted to the program. Please know that we consider each applicant’s entire application, and therefore cannot comment on admission likelihood without seeing a student’s resume, transcript, scores, recommendations, and research statement. Students interested in the program should put themselves in the best light relative to our admission criteria when applying. We will not be able to assess a student’s chances ahead of time.
In special circumstances, extremely strong applicants may be admitted to the program starting in January. However, most students will be admitted for September. Students who have special circumstances should contact us to discuss their options.
Exceptions may be made for exceptional candidates. Students who feel they are a great match for the program should still apply even if a test score does not quite meet the requirement.
Northeastern University requires valid exam scores before admission. If a student’s old scores demonstrate a likelihood to meet the requirements when retaking the exam, submit those scores with the application—and then submit new scores as soon as they’re available.
Coursework in health is not a requirement for program admission, but a strong demonstration of interest in health is, such as working in the industry or volunteer work. A student’s dedication to the health field should come through clearly in the research statement and other admission materials.
We do not require specific courses other than strong evidence of an interest in health and technology.
All international applicants from countries other than Canada, the UK, and Australia must submit TOEFL scores (or equivalent) unless students completed a four-year degree at a US college or university.
Applications for September are due December 15. Applications may be submitted after that date but will not receive priority review. Apply Now
The application deadline will be extended for all Iranian applicants. We will continue monitoring the situation to adjust other upcoming deadlines as needed. For more information, contact khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
PHI faculty receive many resumes and emails from students asking if they have enough experience to be admitted to the program. Please know that we consider each applicant’s entire application, and therefore cannot comment on admission likelihood without seeing a student’s resume, transcript, scores, recommendations, and research statement. Students interested in the program should put themselves in the best light relative to our admission criteria when applying. We will not be able to assess a student’s chances ahead of time.
In special circumstances, extremely strong applicants may be admitted to the program starting in January. However, most students will be admitted for September. Students who have special circumstances should contact us to discuss their options.
Exceptions may be made for exceptional candidates. Students who feel they are a great match for the program should still apply even if a test score does not quite meet the requirement.
Northeastern University requires valid exam scores before admission. If a student’s old scores demonstrate a likelihood to meet the requirements when retaking the exam, submit those scores with the application—and then submit new scores as soon as they’re available.
Coursework in health is not a requirement for program admission, but a strong demonstration of interest in health is, such as working in the industry or volunteer work. A student’s dedication to the health field should come through clearly in the research statement and other admission materials.
We do not require specific courses other than strong evidence of an interest in health and technology.
All international applicants from countries other than Canada, the UK, and Australia must submit TOEFL scores (or equivalent) unless students completed a four-year degree at a US college or university.
Applications for September are due December 15. Applications may be submitted after that date but will not receive priority review. Apply Now
The application deadline will be extended for all Iranian applicants. We will continue monitoring the situation to adjust other upcoming deadlines as needed. For more information, contact khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
PHI faculty receive many resumes and emails from students asking if they have enough experience to be admitted to the program. Please know that we consider each applicant’s entire application, and therefore cannot comment on admission likelihood without seeing a student’s resume, transcript, scores, recommendations, and research statement. Students interested in the program should put themselves in the best light relative to our admission criteria when applying. We will not be able to assess a student’s chances ahead of time.
In special circumstances, extremely strong applicants may be admitted to the program starting in January. However, most students will be admitted for September. Students who have special circumstances should contact us to discuss their options.
Exceptions may be made for exceptional candidates. Students who feel they are a great match for the program should still apply even if a test score does not quite meet the requirement.
Northeastern University requires valid exam scores before admission. If a student’s old scores demonstrate a likelihood to meet the requirements when retaking the exam, submit those scores with the application—and then submit new scores as soon as they’re available.
Coursework in health is not a requirement for program admission, but a strong demonstration of interest in health is, such as working in the industry or volunteer work. A student’s dedication to the health field should come through clearly in the research statement and other admission materials.
We do not require specific courses other than strong evidence of an interest in health and technology.
All international applicants from countries other than Canada, the UK, and Australia must submit TOEFL scores (or equivalent) unless students completed a four-year degree at a US college or university.
The application deadline is December 15. Applications should be submitted through the SLATE application portal.
The application deadline will be extended for all Iranian applicants. We will continue monitoring the situation to adjust other upcoming deadlines as needed. For more information, contact khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
PHI faculty receive many resumes and emails from students asking if they have enough experience to be admitted to the program. Please know that we consider each applicant’s entire application, and therefore cannot comment on admission likelihood without seeing a student’s resume, transcript, scores, recommendations, and research statement. Students interested in the program should put themselves in the best light relative to our admission criteria when applying. We will not be able to assess a student’s chances ahead of time.
In special circumstances, extremely strong applicants may be admitted to the program starting in January. However, most students will be admitted for September. Students who have special circumstances should contact us to discuss their options.
Exceptions may be made for exceptional candidates. Students who feel they are a great match for the program should still apply even if a test score does not quite meet the requirement.
Northeastern University requires valid exam scores before admission. If a student’s old scores demonstrate a likelihood to meet the requirements when retaking the exam, submit those scores with the application—and then submit new scores as soon as they’re available.
Coursework in health is not a requirement for program admission, but a strong demonstration of interest in health is, such as working in the industry or volunteer work. A student’s dedication to the health field should come through clearly in the research statement and other admission materials.
We do not require specific courses other than strong evidence of an interest in health and technology.
All international applicants from countries other than Canada, the UK, and Australia must submit TOEFL scores (or equivalent) unless students completed a four-year degree at a US college or university.
The application deadline is December 15. Applications should be submitted through the SLATE application portal.
The application deadline will be extended for all Iranian applicants. We will continue monitoring the situation to adjust other upcoming deadlines as needed. For more information, contact khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
PHI faculty receive many resumes and emails from students asking if they have enough experience to be admitted to the program. Please know that we consider each applicant’s entire application, and therefore cannot comment on admission likelihood without seeing a student’s resume, transcript, scores, recommendations, and research statement. Students interested in the program should put themselves in the best light relative to our admission criteria when applying. We will not be able to assess a student’s chances ahead of time.
In special circumstances, extremely strong applicants may be admitted to the program starting in January. However, most students will be admitted for September. Students who have special circumstances should contact us to discuss their options.
Exceptions may be made for exceptional candidates. Students who feel they are a great match for the program should still apply even if a test score does not quite meet the requirement.
Northeastern University requires valid exam scores before admission. If a student’s old scores demonstrate a likelihood to meet the requirements when retaking the exam, submit those scores with the application—and then submit new scores as soon as they’re available.
Coursework in health is not a requirement for program admission, but a strong demonstration of interest in health is, such as working in the industry or volunteer work. A student’s dedication to the health field should come through clearly in the research statement and other admission materials.
We do not require specific courses other than strong evidence of an interest in health and technology.
All international applicants from countries other than Canada, the UK, and Australia must submit TOEFL scores (or equivalent) unless students completed a four-year degree at a US college or university.
Applications for September are due December 15. Applications may be submitted after that date but will not receive priority review. Apply Now
The application deadline will be extended for all Iranian applicants. We will continue monitoring the situation to adjust other upcoming deadlines as needed. For more information, contact khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
PHI faculty receive many resumes and emails from students asking if they have enough experience to be admitted to the program. Please know that we consider each applicant’s entire application, and therefore cannot comment on admission likelihood without seeing a student’s resume, transcript, scores, recommendations, and research statement. Students interested in the program should put themselves in the best light relative to our admission criteria when applying. We will not be able to assess a student’s chances ahead of time.
In special circumstances, extremely strong applicants may be admitted to the program starting in January. However, most students will be admitted for September. Students who have special circumstances should contact us to discuss their options.
Exceptions may be made for exceptional candidates. Students who feel they are a great match for the program should still apply even if a test score does not quite meet the requirement.
Northeastern University requires valid exam scores before admission. If a student’s old scores demonstrate a likelihood to meet the requirements when retaking the exam, submit those scores with the application—and then submit new scores as soon as they’re available.
Coursework in health is not a requirement for program admission, but a strong demonstration of interest in health is, such as working in the industry or volunteer work. A student’s dedication to the health field should come through clearly in the research statement and other admission materials.
We do not require specific courses other than strong evidence of an interest in health and technology.
All international applicants from countries other than Canada, the UK, and Australia must submit TOEFL scores (or equivalent) unless students completed a four-year degree at a US college or university.
Applications for September are due December 15. Applications may be submitted after that date but will not receive priority review. Apply Now
The application deadline will be extended for all Iranian applicants. We will continue monitoring the situation to adjust other upcoming deadlines as needed. For more information, contact khoury-gradschool@northeastern.edu.
PHI faculty receive many resumes and emails from students asking if they have enough experience to be admitted to the program. Please know that we consider each applicant’s entire application, and therefore cannot comment on admission likelihood without seeing a student’s resume, transcript, scores, recommendations, and research statement. Students interested in the program should put themselves in the best light relative to our admission criteria when applying. We will not be able to assess a student’s chances ahead of time.
In special circumstances, extremely strong applicants may be admitted to the program starting in January. However, most students will be admitted for September. Students who have special circumstances should contact us to discuss their options.
Exceptions may be made for exceptional candidates. Students who feel they are a great match for the program should still apply even if a test score does not quite meet the requirement.
Northeastern University requires valid exam scores before admission. If a student’s old scores demonstrate a likelihood to meet the requirements when retaking the exam, submit those scores with the application—and then submit new scores as soon as they’re available.
Coursework in health is not a requirement for program admission, but a strong demonstration of interest in health is, such as working in the industry or volunteer work. A student’s dedication to the health field should come through clearly in the research statement and other admission materials.
We do not require specific courses other than strong evidence of an interest in health and technology.
All international applicants from countries other than Canada, the UK, and Australia must submit TOEFL scores (or equivalent) unless students completed a four-year degree at a US college or university.
Once logged in to Northeastern’s online application system, select the college (Computer and Information Science) and then the program (Personal Health Informatics). While the joint degree program is offered by the College of Computer and Information Science and Bouvé College of Health Sciences, the application system can only list one.
All scores can be sent directly from ETS using Institutional Code 3679, GRE Department Code 0402, and TOEFL Department Code 78. Some applicants have trouble entering a department code, but we will receive the scores as long as the institutional code is correct.
An application is considered incomplete without GRE scores. Materials can be submitted without GRE scores, which might help otherwise exceptional candidates, but final decisions cannot be made until the GRE scores are available. If a student’s scores are out of date, they can be submitted until new scores are available.
Official transcripts are required. Scans can be provided when submitting the online application and are sufficient for review. However, students accepted into the program must send their official transcripts to Northeastern.
If the key parts of the transcript (such as courses taken and grades) can be understood by someone who knows English, WES translation is not required. It is typically not needed.
Please use as much space as needed, but keep in mind that a well-structured and concise statement may make a much better impression than a long, wordy one.
Three letters of recommendation are required. Students can submit more if they feel it will be helpful to the admissions committee. The most valuable recommendations are those from people who work in health technology, computer science, health, or another research area, know the student very well, and can comment on the student’s abilities and suitability for graduate work using specific examples of prior work.
Once logged in to Northeastern’s online application system, select the college (Computer and Information Science) and then the program (Personal Health Informatics). While the joint degree program is offered by the College of Computer and Information Science and Bouvé College of Health Sciences, the application system can only list one.
All scores can be sent directly from ETS using Institutional Code 3679, GRE Department Code 0402, and TOEFL Department Code 78. Some applicants have trouble entering a department code, but we will receive the scores as long as the institutional code is correct.
An application is considered incomplete without GRE scores. Materials can be submitted without GRE scores, which might help otherwise exceptional candidates, but final decisions cannot be made until the GRE scores are available. If a student’s scores are out of date, they can be submitted until new scores are available.
Official transcripts are required. Scans can be provided when submitting the online application and are sufficient for review. However, students accepted into the program must send their official transcripts to Northeastern.
If the key parts of the transcript (such as courses taken and grades) can be understood by someone who knows English, WES translation is not required. It is typically not needed.
Please use as much space as needed, but keep in mind that a well-structured and concise statement may make a much better impression than a long, wordy one.
Three letters of recommendation are required. Students can submit more if they feel it will be helpful to the admissions committee. The most valuable recommendations are those from people who work in health technology, computer science, health, or another research area, know the student very well, and can comment on the student’s abilities and suitability for graduate work using specific examples of prior work.
Once logged in to Northeastern’s online application system, select the college (Computer and Information Science) and then the program (Personal Health Informatics). While the joint degree program is offered by the College of Computer and Information Science and Bouvé College of Health Sciences, the application system can only list one.
All scores can be sent directly from ETS using Institutional Code 3679, GRE Department Code 0402, and TOEFL Department Code 78. Some applicants have trouble entering a department code, but we will receive the scores as long as the institutional code is correct.
An application is considered incomplete without GRE scores. Materials can be submitted without GRE scores, which might help otherwise exceptional candidates, but final decisions cannot be made until the GRE scores are available. If a student’s scores are out of date, they can be submitted until new scores are available.
Official transcripts are required. Scans can be provided when submitting the online application and are sufficient for review. However, students accepted into the program must send their official transcripts to Northeastern.
If the key parts of the transcript (such as courses taken and grades) can be understood by someone who knows English, WES translation is not required. It is typically not needed.
Please use as much space as needed, but keep in mind that a well-structured and concise statement may make a much better impression than a long, wordy one.
Three letters of recommendation are required. Students can submit more if they feel it will be helpful to the admissions committee. The most valuable recommendations are those from people who work in health technology, computer science, health, or another research area, know the student very well, and can comment on the student’s abilities and suitability for graduate work using specific examples of prior work.
Once logged in to Northeastern’s online application system, select the college (Computer and Information Science) and then the program (Personal Health Informatics). While the joint degree program is offered by the College of Computer and Information Science and Bouvé College of Health Sciences, the application system can only list one.
All scores can be sent directly from ETS using Institutional Code 3679, GRE Department Code 0402, and TOEFL Department Code 78. Some applicants have trouble entering a department code, but we will receive the scores as long as the institutional code is correct.
An application is considered incomplete without GRE scores. Materials can be submitted without GRE scores, which might help otherwise exceptional candidates, but final decisions cannot be made until the GRE scores are available. If a student’s scores are out of date, they can be submitted until new scores are available.
Official transcripts are required. Scans can be provided when submitting the online application and are sufficient for review. However, students accepted into the program must send their official transcripts to Northeastern.
If the key parts of the transcript (such as courses taken and grades) can be understood by someone who knows English, WES translation is not required. It is typically not needed.
Please use as much space as needed, but keep in mind that a well-structured and concise statement may make a much better impression than a long, wordy one.
Three letters of recommendation are required. Students can submit more if they feel it will be helpful to the admissions committee. The most valuable recommendations are those from people who work in health technology, computer science, health, or another research area, know the student very well, and can comment on the student’s abilities and suitability for graduate work using specific examples of prior work.
All students admitted to the program who remain in good academic standing will receive five years of financial support that includes tuition and a monthly stipend. If students have their own source of funding (like a NSF Fellowship or individual scholarship), this should be clearly indicated on the application.
Funding covers tuition and provides a monthly stipend for twelve months of the year. If managed carefully, the stipend can cover cost of living, housing, and health insurance (purchased through the university).
Students often arrange to work on research projects during the summer. When they do, they receive a monthly stipend for four months during the summer.
We anticipate that students who are admitted with funding, who focus on research related to a funded faculty member’s interests—and who remain in good academic standing overall and with their primary advisor—will be funded throughout their studies.
Students are taxed on the income they receive from the stipend, but not on the tuition remission.
Prospective students should base their applications on what they most want to do for a PhD, and which faculty are the best fit as mentors. Students should not indicate potential faculty mentors based on which faculty members or projects are most likely to have funding. Students are most successful if they work on a project that is a strong fit with their interests. It is a mistake to enter a doctoral program for any other reason.
All students admitted to the program who remain in good academic standing will receive five years of financial support that includes tuition and a monthly stipend. If students have their own source of funding (like a NSF Fellowship or individual scholarship), this should be clearly indicated on the application.
Funding covers tuition and provides a monthly stipend for twelve months of the year. If managed carefully, the stipend can cover cost of living, housing, and health insurance (purchased through the university).
Students often arrange to work on research projects during the summer. When they do, they receive a monthly stipend for four months during the summer.
We anticipate that students who are admitted with funding, who focus on research related to a funded faculty member’s interests—and who remain in good academic standing overall and with their primary advisor—will be funded throughout their studies.
Students are taxed on the income they receive from the stipend, but not on the tuition remission.
Prospective students should base their applications on what they most want to do for a PhD, and which faculty are the best fit as mentors. Students should not indicate potential faculty mentors based on which faculty members or projects are most likely to have funding. Students are most successful if they work on a project that is a strong fit with their interests. It is a mistake to enter a doctoral program for any other reason.
All students admitted to the program who remain in good academic standing will receive five years of financial support that includes tuition and a monthly stipend. If students have their own source of funding (like a NSF Fellowship or individual scholarship), this should be clearly indicated on the application.
Funding covers tuition and provides a monthly stipend for twelve months of the year. If managed carefully, the stipend can cover cost of living, housing, and health insurance (purchased through the university).
Students often arrange to work on research projects during the summer. When they do, they receive a monthly stipend for four months during the summer.
We anticipate that students who are admitted with funding, who focus on research related to a funded faculty member’s interests—and who remain in good academic standing overall and with their primary advisor—will be funded throughout their studies.
Students are taxed on the income they receive from the stipend, but not on the tuition remission.
Prospective students should base their applications on what they most want to do for a PhD, and which faculty are the best fit as mentors. Students should not indicate potential faculty mentors based on which faculty members or projects are most likely to have funding. Students are most successful if they work on a project that is a strong fit with their interests. It is a mistake to enter a doctoral program for any other reason.
All students admitted to the program who remain in good academic standing will receive five years of financial support that includes tuition and a monthly stipend. If students have their own source of funding (like a NSF Fellowship or individual scholarship), this should be clearly indicated on the application.
Funding covers tuition and provides a monthly stipend for twelve months of the year. If managed carefully, the stipend can cover cost of living, housing, and health insurance (purchased through the university).
Students often arrange to work on research projects during the summer. When they do, they receive a monthly stipend for four months during the summer.
We anticipate that students who are admitted with funding, who focus on research related to a funded faculty member’s interests—and who remain in good academic standing overall and with their primary advisor—will be funded throughout their studies.
Students are taxed on the income they receive from the stipend, but not on the tuition remission.
Prospective students should base their applications on what they most want to do for a PhD, and which faculty are the best fit as mentors. Students should not indicate potential faculty mentors based on which faculty members or projects are most likely to have funding. Students are most successful if they work on a project that is a strong fit with their interests. It is a mistake to enter a doctoral program for any other reason.
Electives not on the current list are not excluded, but they must be approved by petition to the PHI faculty. We encourage students to select electives that support their research.
All students must complete a one-semester teaching experience during their studies.
The focus of the PHI doctoral program is on research. Prospective students interested in obtaining additional professional credentials other than the PhD during the program are encouraged to talk to potential advisors about the options. This would likely involve additional time and cost.
Course schedules change every semester. While most courses are offered during the day, some may be scheduled in the evening. That said, if a prospective student is basing the decision to pursue a PhD on class schedules, the program is probably not a good fit. We expect students to immerse themselves in learning and be on campus full time, at least for the first few years of the program. The exact time of required classes should not be a determining factor for whether to enroll in the program.
Students typically stay on campus to work on research projects over the summer, earning the same stipend as during the year. Some students find jobs or internships related to their research. Faculty will often help facilitate these summer research experiences.
All research in the program is exploratory. In fact, we want students to do research that fundamentally changes healthcare as we know it! Initially, most students join an existing project to gain research experience and skills, but all students are strongly encouraged to identify and pursue new research areas during their program. Faculty will work with students to find funding to support innovative ideas and approaches.
Our faculty occasionally hire non-student staff for projects, especially if those staff members plan to matriculate into the program later that year. Prospective students who have the skills to help and are interested in doing research before entering the program should contact potential faculty mentors directly.
Explore Curriculum and Research for more information.
Electives not on the current list are not excluded, but they must be approved by petition to the PHI faculty. We encourage students to select electives that support their research.
All students must complete a one-semester teaching experience during their studies.
The focus of the PHI doctoral program is on research. Prospective students interested in obtaining additional professional credentials other than the PhD during the program are encouraged to talk to potential advisors about the options. This would likely involve additional time and cost.
Course schedules change every semester. While most courses are offered during the day, some may be scheduled in the evening. That said, if a prospective student is basing the decision to pursue a PhD on class schedules, the program is probably not a good fit. We expect students to immerse themselves in learning and be on campus full time, at least for the first few years of the program. The exact time of required classes should not be a determining factor for whether to enroll in the program.
Students typically stay on campus to work on research projects over the summer, earning the same stipend as during the year. Some students find jobs or internships related to their research. Faculty will often help facilitate these summer research experiences.
All research in the program is exploratory. In fact, we want students to do research that fundamentally changes healthcare as we know it! Initially, most students join an existing project to gain research experience and skills, but all students are strongly encouraged to identify and pursue new research areas during their program. Faculty will work with students to find funding to support innovative ideas and approaches.
Our faculty occasionally hire non-student staff for projects, especially if those staff members plan to matriculate into the program later that year. Prospective students who have the skills to help and are interested in doing research before entering the program should contact potential faculty mentors directly.
Explore Curriculum and Research for more information.
Electives not on the current list are not excluded, but they must be approved by petition to the PHI faculty. We encourage students to select electives that support their research.
All students must complete a one-semester teaching experience during their studies.
The focus of the PHI doctoral program is on research. Prospective students interested in obtaining additional professional credentials other than the PhD during the program are encouraged to talk to potential advisors about the options. This would likely involve additional time and cost.
Course schedules change every semester. While most courses are offered during the day, some may be scheduled in the evening. That said, if a prospective student is basing the decision to pursue a PhD on class schedules, the program is probably not a good fit. We expect students to immerse themselves in learning and be on campus full time, at least for the first few years of the program. The exact time of required classes should not be a determining factor for whether to enroll in the program.
Students typically stay on campus to work on research projects over the summer, earning the same stipend as during the year. Some students find jobs or internships related to their research. Faculty will often help facilitate these summer research experiences.
All research in the program is exploratory. In fact, we want students to do research that fundamentally changes healthcare as we know it! Initially, most students join an existing project to gain research experience and skills, but all students are strongly encouraged to identify and pursue new research areas during their program. Faculty will work with students to find funding to support innovative ideas and approaches.
Our faculty occasionally hire non-student staff for projects, especially if those staff members plan to matriculate into the program later that year. Prospective students who have the skills to help and are interested in doing research before entering the program should contact potential faculty mentors directly.
Explore Curriculum and Research for more information.
Electives not on the current list are not excluded, but they must be approved by petition to the PHI faculty. We encourage students to select electives that support their research.
All students must complete a one-semester teaching experience during their studies.
The focus of the PHI doctoral program is on research. Prospective students interested in obtaining additional professional credentials other than the PhD during the program are encouraged to talk to potential advisors about the options. This would likely involve additional time and cost.
Course schedules change every semester. While most courses are offered during the day, some may be scheduled in the evening. That said, if a prospective student is basing the decision to pursue a PhD on class schedules, the program is probably not a good fit. We expect students to immerse themselves in learning and be on campus full time, at least for the first few years of the program. The exact time of required classes should not be a determining factor for whether to enroll in the program.
Students typically stay on campus to work on research projects over the summer, earning the same stipend as during the year. Some students find jobs or internships related to their research. Faculty will often help facilitate these summer research experiences.
All research in the program is exploratory. In fact, we want students to do research that fundamentally changes healthcare as we know it! Initially, most students join an existing project to gain research experience and skills, but all students are strongly encouraged to identify and pursue new research areas during their program. Faculty will work with students to find funding to support innovative ideas and approaches.
Our faculty occasionally hire non-student staff for projects, especially if those staff members plan to matriculate into the program later that year. Prospective students who have the skills to help and are interested in doing research before entering the program should contact potential faculty mentors directly.
Explore Curriculum and Research for more information.
Completing any PhD program is challenging, and doing it part-time even more so. Our faculty generally recommend against part-time PhD study. However, in special circumstances for highly qualified students, part-time options might be arranged. Part-time students will not, however, receive funding. Some of the program’s core courses are taught in the evenings to accommodate part-time students pursuing other degrees. Other courses, however, are likely to be taught during the day. Part-time students would need to be available on campus for those courses, as well as to fulfill research responsibilities.
At this time, all students in the program must attend classes and participate in research at Northeastern’s Boston campus. Much of the work students do to earn a PhD degree involves interacting with advisors and other colleagues, as well as learning from a research group.
If a prospective student is interested in this program but only available to take classes online, the student should consider the MS in Health Informatics, where courses are available in hybrid and fully online formats while also offering an opportunity to conduct PHI research.
Being in a PhD program is a full-time commitment, and much of the learning takes place outside of the classroom when working with colleagues in research labs. As such, students must be prepared to be on campus daily, certainly during business hours and sometimes beyond. We also expect students to take advantage of collaborators, talks, and other resources at the many universities and medical centers in metro-Boston as they learn and develop a research focus. We recommend students live close enough to campus to make this possible.
Completing any PhD program is challenging, and doing it part-time even more so. Our faculty generally recommend against part-time PhD study. However, in special circumstances for highly qualified students, part-time options might be arranged. Part-time students will not, however, receive funding. Some of the program’s core courses are taught in the evenings to accommodate part-time students pursuing other degrees. Other courses, however, are likely to be taught during the day. Part-time students would need to be available on campus for those courses, as well as to fulfill research responsibilities.
At this time, all students in the program must attend classes and participate in research at Northeastern’s Boston campus. Much of the work students do to earn a PhD degree involves interacting with advisors and other colleagues, as well as learning from a research group.
If a prospective student is interested in this program but only available to take classes online, the student should consider the MS in Health Informatics, where courses are available in hybrid and fully online formats while also offering an opportunity to conduct PHI research.
Being in a PhD program is a full-time commitment, and much of the learning takes place outside of the classroom when working with colleagues in research labs. As such, students must be prepared to be on campus daily, certainly during business hours and sometimes beyond. We also expect students to take advantage of collaborators, talks, and other resources at the many universities and medical centers in metro-Boston as they learn and develop a research focus. We recommend students live close enough to campus to make this possible.
Completing any PhD program is challenging, and doing it part-time even more so. Our faculty generally recommend against part-time PhD study. However, in special circumstances for highly qualified students, part-time options might be arranged. Part-time students will not, however, receive funding. Some of the program’s core courses are taught in the evenings to accommodate part-time students pursuing other degrees. Other courses, however, are likely to be taught during the day. Part-time students would need to be available on campus for those courses, as well as to fulfill research responsibilities.
At this time, all students in the program must attend classes and participate in research at Northeastern’s Boston campus. Much of the work students do to earn a PhD degree involves interacting with advisors and other colleagues, as well as learning from a research group.
If a prospective student is interested in this program but only available to take classes online, the student should consider the MS in Health Informatics, where courses are available in hybrid and fully online formats while also offering an opportunity to conduct PHI research.
Being in a PhD program is a full-time commitment, and much of the learning takes place outside of the classroom when working with colleagues in research labs. As such, students must be prepared to be on campus daily, certainly during business hours and sometimes beyond. We also expect students to take advantage of collaborators, talks, and other resources at the many universities and medical centers in metro-Boston as they learn and develop a research focus. We recommend students live close enough to campus to make this possible.
Completing any PhD program is challenging, and doing it part-time even more so. Our faculty generally recommend against part-time PhD study. However, in special circumstances for highly qualified students, part-time options might be arranged. Part-time students will not, however, receive funding. Some of the program’s core courses are taught in the evenings to accommodate part-time students pursuing other degrees. Other courses, however, are likely to be taught during the day. Part-time students would need to be available on campus for those courses, as well as to fulfill research responsibilities.
At this time, all students in the program must attend classes and participate in research at Northeastern’s Boston campus. Much of the work students do to earn a PhD degree involves interacting with advisors and other colleagues, as well as learning from a research group.
If a prospective student is interested in this program but only available to take classes online, the student should consider the MS in Health Informatics, where courses are available in hybrid and fully online formats while also offering an opportunity to conduct PHI research.
Being in a PhD program is a full-time commitment, and much of the learning takes place outside of the classroom when working with colleagues in research labs. As such, students must be prepared to be on campus daily, certainly during business hours and sometimes beyond. We also expect students to take advantage of collaborators, talks, and other resources at the many universities and medical centers in metro-Boston as they learn and develop a research focus. We recommend students live close enough to campus to make this possible.
Faculty members reviewing applications will identify the Northeastern advisor who is best-suited to the prospective student’s interests. However, prospective students are encouraged to learn about each faculty member’s research interests prior to admission, identify those who are the best mentoring fit, and reach out to them to discuss research opportunities.
A PHI student’s primary advisor must be listed on the Core Faculty page. Other faculty can participate in a student’s research (including faculty at other institutions), but PHI students are required to have an advisor from the PHI faculty. Prospective PHI students interested in working with a Northeastern faculty member not on the PHI faculty list should contact us.
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Faculty members reviewing applications will identify the Northeastern advisor who is best-suited to the prospective student’s interests. However, prospective students are encouraged to learn about each faculty member’s research interests prior to admission, identify those who are the best mentoring fit, and reach out to them to discuss research opportunities.
A PHI student’s primary advisor must be listed on the Core Faculty page. Other faculty can participate in a student’s research (including faculty at other institutions), but PHI students are required to have an advisor from the PHI faculty. Prospective PHI students interested in working with a Northeastern faculty member not on the PHI faculty list should contact us.
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Faculty members reviewing applications will identify the Northeastern advisor who is best-suited to the prospective student’s interests. However, prospective students are encouraged to learn about each faculty member’s research interests prior to admission, identify those who are the best mentoring fit, and reach out to them to discuss research opportunities.
A PHI student’s primary advisor must be listed on the Core Faculty page. Other faculty can participate in a student’s research (including faculty at other institutions), but PHI students are required to have an advisor from the PHI faculty. Prospective PHI students interested in working with a Northeastern faculty member not on the PHI faculty list should contact us.
Explore People for more information.
Faculty members reviewing applications will identify the Northeastern advisor who is best-suited to the prospective student’s interests. However, prospective students are encouraged to learn about each faculty member’s research interests prior to admission, identify those who are the best mentoring fit, and reach out to them to discuss research opportunities.
A PHI student’s primary advisor must be listed on the Core Faculty page. Other faculty can participate in a student’s research (including faculty at other institutions), but PHI students are required to have an advisor from the PHI faculty. Prospective PHI students interested in working with a Northeastern faculty member not on the PHI faculty list should contact us.
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One of our program goals is to empower students to prototype and lead teams prototyping innovative health systems. This requires some technical skill, specifically the ability to program software. Prospective students who don’t have programming experience are strongly encouraged to take one or more courses before arriving on campus. Further, such students will need to make a substantial effort in the early part of the program to build this skillset while completing other coursework.
Prospective students can strengthen an application by taking an introductory computer science course at a solid research university, and performing well. Taking a follow-up course is even better. The next best option would be to take a class at a community college or even enroll in a free online course. However, since online courses typically don’t have grades, they will not weigh heavily when faculty consider applications.
One of our program goals is to empower students to prototype and lead teams prototyping innovative health systems. This requires some technical skill, specifically the ability to program software. Prospective students who don’t have programming experience are strongly encouraged to take one or more courses before arriving on campus. Further, such students will need to make a substantial effort in the early part of the program to build this skillset while completing other coursework.
Prospective students can strengthen an application by taking an introductory computer science course at a solid research university, and performing well. Taking a follow-up course is even better. The next best option would be to take a class at a community college or even enroll in a free online course. However, since online courses typically don’t have grades, they will not weigh heavily when faculty consider applications.
One of our program goals is to empower students to prototype and lead teams prototyping innovative health systems. This requires some technical skill, specifically the ability to program software. Prospective students who don’t have programming experience are strongly encouraged to take one or more courses before arriving on campus. Further, such students will need to make a substantial effort in the early part of the program to build this skillset while completing other coursework.
Prospective students can strengthen an application by taking an introductory computer science course at a solid research university, and performing well. Taking a follow-up course is even better. The next best option would be to take a class at a community college or even enroll in a free online course. However, since online courses typically don’t have grades, they will not weigh heavily when faculty consider applications.
One of our program goals is to empower students to prototype and lead teams prototyping innovative health systems. This requires some technical skill, specifically the ability to program software. Prospective students who don’t have programming experience are strongly encouraged to take one or more courses before arriving on campus. Further, such students will need to make a substantial effort in the early part of the program to build this skillset while completing other coursework.
Prospective students can strengthen an application by taking an introductory computer science course at a solid research university, and performing well. Taking a follow-up course is even better. The next best option would be to take a class at a community college or even enroll in a free online course. However, since online courses typically don’t have grades, they will not weigh heavily when faculty consider applications.
In general, graduate programs are not accredited on an individual basis. The graduate school and its programs fall under the accreditation of the College of Computer and Information Science, Bouvé College of Health Sciences, and Northeastern University. As such, the program, colleges, and university are all accredited both regionally and nationally.
The MS in Health Informatics and the PhD in Personal Health Informatics differ in their focus and research emphasis, but students in the MS program may have the opportunity to take some PhD courses, while PhD students may have the opportunity to take selected MS courses as electives. Courses in the MS program prepare students to work with existing physician- or provider-facing technologies and data, such as the electronic medical record systems and data used in hospitals and clinics. PhD courses support students as they develop research programs on the next generation of person- or patient-facing personal health informatics technologies. The MS program does have a research specialization that can lead into the PhD program, but entrance into the PhD program requires a separate application.
Yes, the curriculum and research opportunities available in the MS in Health Informatics program provides an academic pathway to the PhD in Personal Health Informatics. Top students in the MS program who participate in research and wish to continue with doctoral studies may be encouraged by faculty to apply to the PhD program.
In general, graduate programs are not accredited on an individual basis. The graduate school and its programs fall under the accreditation of the College of Computer and Information Science, Bouvé College of Health Sciences, and Northeastern University. As such, the program, colleges, and university are all accredited both regionally and nationally.
The MS in Health Informatics and the PhD in Personal Health Informatics differ in their focus and research emphasis, but students in the MS program may have the opportunity to take some PhD courses, while PhD students may have the opportunity to take selected MS courses as electives. Courses in the MS program prepare students to work with existing physician- or provider-facing technologies and data, such as the electronic medical record systems and data used in hospitals and clinics. PhD courses support students as they develop research programs on the next generation of person- or patient-facing personal health informatics technologies. The MS program does have a research specialization that can lead into the PhD program, but entrance into the PhD program requires a separate application.
Yes, the curriculum and research opportunities available in the MS in Health Informatics program provides an academic pathway to the PhD in Personal Health Informatics. Top students in the MS program who participate in research and wish to continue with doctoral studies may be encouraged by faculty to apply to the PhD program.
In general, graduate programs are not accredited on an individual basis. The graduate school and its programs fall under the accreditation of the College of Computer and Information Science, Bouvé College of Health Sciences, and Northeastern University. As such, the program, colleges, and university are all accredited both regionally and nationally.
The MS in Health Informatics and the PhD in Personal Health Informatics differ in their focus and research emphasis, but students in the MS program may have the opportunity to take some PhD courses, while PhD students may have the opportunity to take selected MS courses as electives. Courses in the MS program prepare students to work with existing physician- or provider-facing technologies and data, such as the electronic medical record systems and data used in hospitals and clinics. PhD courses support students as they develop research programs on the next generation of person- or patient-facing personal health informatics technologies. The MS program does have a research specialization that can lead into the PhD program, but entrance into the PhD program requires a separate application.
Yes, the curriculum and research opportunities available in the MS in Health Informatics program provides an academic pathway to the PhD in Personal Health Informatics. Top students in the MS program who participate in research and wish to continue with doctoral studies may be encouraged by faculty to apply to the PhD program.
In general, graduate programs are not accredited on an individual basis. The graduate school and its programs fall under the accreditation of the College of Computer and Information Science, Bouvé College of Health Sciences, and Northeastern University. As such, the program, colleges, and university are all accredited both regionally and nationally.
The MS in Health Informatics and the PhD in Personal Health Informatics differ in their focus and research emphasis, but students in the MS program may have the opportunity to take some PhD courses, while PhD students may have the opportunity to take selected MS courses as electives. Courses in the MS program prepare students to work with existing physician- or provider-facing technologies and data, such as the electronic medical record systems and data used in hospitals and clinics. PhD courses support students as they develop research programs on the next generation of person- or patient-facing personal health informatics technologies. The MS program does have a research specialization that can lead into the PhD program, but entrance into the PhD program requires a separate application.
Yes, the curriculum and research opportunities available in the MS in Health Informatics program provides an academic pathway to the PhD in Personal Health Informatics. Top students in the MS program who participate in research and wish to continue with doctoral studies may be encouraged by faculty to apply to the PhD program.
