Digital Health – Master’s
Digital Health
You see an opportunity where healthcare, data analytics, and technology are headed next. Your vision is to combine modern technology with proven health interventions to provide powerful results. We know how to get you the in-demand skills and insights that will empower you to drive positive change in the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare delivery.
You know your next step lies in digital health. We know how to get you there.
You’ve already made strides in your career and see the opportunities ahead of you. Iowa State’s online master of digital health program equips you with the latest expertise in health information and communication technologies so that you can get ahead of the curve. Led by distinguished faculty, you’ll explore everything from wearable devices and mobile health to telehealth and health IT. This program is your gateway to future opportunities in health professions, systems, and industry.
Whether you’re a working professional eyeing a promotion, exploring a career pivot, a post-bachelor bridge year student, or looking to deepen your expertise for immediate impact, this program is designed with you in mind.
This online master’s degree can be completed in just one year, offering the flexibility to balance coursework with your professional commitments. A master’s in digital health will unlock diverse opportunities in both public and private sectors.
Cyclones know where they’re going. And they’ve got the skill to get there.
Scholarship Details
Currently, the College of Health and Human Sciences is offering up to $1,800* in scholarship funding for students who enroll in the 2025 academic year. Following admission to the program, students are eligible for a $600 scholarship. As students progress through the program, they may apply for scholarships at the midpoint (12-18 credit) and final (24-30) credits.
*Restrictions may apply to ISU employees
- Join a community led by faculty pioneers in biomechanics, exercise physiology, and health promotion, steering the forefront of health tech advancements.
- Immerse yourself in a culture of innovation as faculty spearhead groundbreaking research in mobile health tools, bridging the digital divide and applying techniques in real-world scenarios.
- Engage in a high-impact capstone project, encompassing a diverse array of topics from mobile health interventions to ergonomic techniques.
- Experience innovative teaching that seamlessly incorporates digital health tools and solutions, providing hands-on experience.
- Gain expertise in biomechanical analysis and motion capture systems, enabling a deeper understanding of human movement.
- Embrace a curriculum emphasizing the practical integration of digital health applications, ensuring a seamless transition from theory to real-world application.
- Elevate your skills by mastering the seamless integration of digital health tools into health systems. The program prepares you to collaborate with healthcare professionals, optimizing patient care and rehabilitation programs for real impact.
- Experience a holistic curriculum that expertly blends technological innovation with health sciences, providing a well-rounded understanding of the digital health landscape.
- Begin with foundational courses introducing you to the field and research methods, followed by eight immersive courses that explore data analytics, machine learning/AI, personalized medicine, wearables, telemedicine, data governance, rehabilitation, behavioral health, disease management, public health, and leadership.
- Complete a capstone project to gain real-world experience and be job-ready in the digital health landscape.
Sample program for a full-time student:
- Semester 1: 10 credits
- Foundations of Digital Health – 2 credits
- Research Methods and Ethics of Health Technologies – 2 credits
- Behavioral Health and Technology: Strategies for Digital Adoption Policy and Impact – 3 credits
- Digital Health Solutions for Physical Activity and Health – 3 credits
- Semester 2: 9 credits
- Analytics and AI for Health Strategies – 3 credits
- Precision Medicine: Tailoring Digital Health Solutions – 3 credits
- Prognostic Insights and Innovative Rehabilitation Techniques for Advancing Health – 3 credits
- Semester 3: 11 credits
- Health Data Management and Interoperability – 3 credits
- Disease Management and Public Health – 3 credits
- Leading Inter-Professional Teams in Health Initiatives – 3 credits
- Capstone – 2 credits
At a Glance
- Total Credits: 30
- Time to Complete: 1 year+
- Format: 100% Online
- Enroll: August, January, or May
- Rapid Admission: 7-10 days
- Cost Per Credit: $748*
Applications are Open
Contact Information:
Kira Werstein
235 Forker Building
515-294-8009
werstein@iastate.edu
Iowa State Online
515-294-3916
iowastateonline@iastate.edu
In The News
My work in digital health research has allowed me to jump right in with my new work position. I have been able to implement so many things I learned at Iowa State in the work I am doing now.
Adrienne Silberstein, kinesiology masters graduate
Industry Growth
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1.8 million
Average openings projected each year in healthcare occupations due to employment growth
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28%
Projected U.S. employment growth through 2032 of medical and health services managers
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45%
Projected U.S. job gains through 2032 will be in the healthcare and social assistance sector
Diverse Career Paths
Accelerate your career at the intersection of health and technology with the Master’s in Digital Health, unlocking diverse opportunities in both public and private sectors.
Sectors:
- Healthcare
- Technology
- Engineering
- Insurance
- Pharmaceutical
- Research
- Government
- Public Health
Specializations:
- Healthcare IT
- Clinicians
- Telemedicine
- Tele-care
- Mobile Health Monitoring
- Health Analytics
- Software Engineers
- Web Application Developers
Gain proficiency in incorporating digital technologies into health interventions, analyzing data for efficient solutions and integrating innovative technologies for patient empowerment.
Working professionals and post-bachelor bridge-year students alike will gain in-demand skills to thrive in digital health. From managing illnesses to personalizing interventions, this online master’s program prepares you to make an immediate impact.
Admission Requirements
Graduate College Requirements:
- 4-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
- Academic Records/Transcripts
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
Iowa State University and the Graduate College have three areas of English requirements related to graduate studies.
Learn from the best in the field
- Kristen Metcalf uses wearable technology to promote physical activity and health.
- Michelle Rusch develops mixed reality applications to address cognitive and visual impairments in healthcare settings.
- Greg Welk is working to improve arthritis care across the state with the Iowa Community Hub.
- Kira Werstein uses a telehealth approach with clinical health coaching to facilitate behavior change in individuals.
Take the next step
Anything is possible at Iowa State University with innovative academic programs, hands-on research opportunities, and globally recognized scholars to support you every step of the way.