Master of Science in Native American Leadership – Healthcare Information Systems Online
Obtain a thorough understanding of both health information management and technology, with an emphasis on the particular issues facing Native Americans.
Program Overview
Get a snapshot of the online M.S. in Native American Leadership – Healthcare Information Systems program
With an aging population, the expansion of the healthcare field, and the necessity of managing technology and information increases, job prospects for healthcare information systems experts are growing. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that employment of healthcare information technicians is projected to grow 13% from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations.
The Master of Science in Native American Leadership – Healthcare Information Systems online program at SOSU gives you an understanding of health information management and technology—with an emphasis on the particular issues Native Americans face.
This versatile degree program can open doors in any organization that has a need to store, secure and manage health information records efficiently.
Coursework is designed to give you working knowledge of the fundamentals of healthcare information management, as well as an understanding of federal law and funding for tribal healthcare systems. Although coursework is designed to help you understand the socio-cultural background and administrative intricacies of tribal nations, you do not need to identify as Native American to obtain this degree.
As a graduate of this M.S. in NAL – Healthcare Information Systems program, you will be prepared for healthcare roles, such as:
- Health Information Technician
- Nursing Informatics Specialist
- Application Analyst
- Database Administrator
- Systems Analyst
- Management Consultant
- IT Consultant
- Information Systems Manager
- Chief Medical Information Officer
- Chief Information Officer
- Health Information Technician
- Nursing Informatics Specialist
- Application Analyst
- Database Administrator
- Systems Analyst
- Management Consultant
- IT Consultant
- Information Systems Manager
- Chief Medical Information Officer
- Chief Information Officer
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Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers a broad range of Native American Leadership degrees. Explore our online NAL programs.
Tuition
Our budget-friendly tuition can be paid as you go
Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers its students the opportunity to earn their online degree with affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition that includes fees.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.S. in NAL – Healthcare Information Systems | $388 | $1,164 | $11,640 |
*University reserves the right to change tuition and fees at any time.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. The first step in applying for financial aid is to file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). SOSU's Federal School Code is 003179.
Contact Us
Student Financial Aid Office425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Phone: 580-745-2186
Fax: 580-745-7469
Email: [email protected]
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Calendar
Know SE online dates and deadlines
At SOSU, we offer multiple start dates throughout the year so you never have to wait long to get started on your online degree program. The chart below shows upcoming start dates, along with important deadlines, such as when your application should be submitted and when payments are due.
| 8 week courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/13/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/16/24 | 1/10/25 | 2/25/25 | 3/2/25 |
| Spring II | 3/10/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/17/25 | 3/7/25 | 4/15/25 | 5/4/25 |
| Summer I | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/9/25 | 6/1/25 | 6/29/25 |
| Summer II | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/27/25 | 7/3/25 | 8/10/25 |
| Fall I | 8/18/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/15/25 | 9/15/25 | 10/5/25 |
| Fall II | 10/13/25 | 9/29/25 | 9/29/25 | 10/10/25 | 11/1/25 | 12/7/25 |
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Admissions
See the qualifications for the online M.S. in Native American Leadership – Healthcare Information Systems program
Southeastern Oklahoma State University's online M.S. in Native American Leadership – Healthcare Information Systems program has specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
- Online Application
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
- No GRE or GMAT required
If you have any special circumstances that need further clarification, please contact us at 844-515-9100.
To meet the admission requirements for the M.S. in Native American Leadership online program, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.75 overall GPA or minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of courses, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA AND a current resume demonstrating two years of experience in the field of study that must be reviewed and approved by program coordinator
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university and at least 6 hours in a graduate program from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and must be in good standing at previous university.
- No GRE is required for Southeastern Oklahoma State University online M.S.-NAL programs.
- There is a non-refundable $30 application fee for both domestic and international students.
The M.S. in Native American Leadership degree online at SOSU allows a maximum of nine credit hours that can be transferred from another program with approval from the program coordinator.
International Application and Admissions Requirements: Please note, unfortunately, students with an F-1 visa are ineligible for online programs.
- Complete the application.
- Academic Records:
- Original final post-secondary transcript(s) from each college or university attended within the United States.
- Post-secondary records from outside the U.S. must be course-by-course analyzed by a NACES (www.NACES.org) educational credential evaluation service such as IERF or WES or ECE.
- English Proficiency: Internet-based TOEFL score of 79 or an IELTS Academic score of 6.5; taken within 2 years of enrollment.
- For TOEFL, have your score report sent to Southeastern (institution code: 6657).
- For IELTS, let us know your TRF number.
- You do not need TOEFL or IELTS scores if you meet one of the following:
- English is your first language from a country whose official language is English
- You have a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university
- You have a bachelor’s degree from an English speaking country
Official sealed transcripts from all previous institutions should be sent to Southeastern Oklahoma State University:
Southeastern Oklahoma State University/Registrar425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Email: [email protected]
Courses
Discover the degree plan for our online M.S. in NAL – Healthcare Information Systems program
For the M.S. in Native American Leadership – Healthcare Information Systems online, students must complete 10 courses for a total of 30 credit hours.