How to Apply
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or its equivalent from an accredited institution and a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 to be considered for admission to the Health Informatics MS program.
Résumé
A current professional résumé is required.
Transcripts
Temple University requires transcripts from each academic institution from which you earned credit for coursework. Copies of transcripts may be used during the admissions process; however, Temple University requires officials of any admitted student.
Additional documentation may be required for non-US academic institutions, such as marksheet and diploma. For such institutions, please review these guidelines from Temple University’s Graduate School.
Letters of Recommendation
One letter of recommendation is required. Professional references from an immediate supervisor, current or past, are preferred. Academic references are acceptable.
Within the application, enter your reference’s contact information. References are then invited to upload their letters of recommendation. We encourage you to submit your application while waiting for recommendations to be completed.
Essay
Submit one essay that addresses your professional plans and goals. Your essay should also address the following questions.
- What past experiences prepared or motivated you to pursue a Master of Accountancy degree?
- How would you expect to change over the courses of the program?
- What personal and professional values and skills do you hope to acquire beyond the academic content?
- How will obtaining the Master of Accountancy degree help you achieve your career goals?
Standardized Test Scores
Candidates with an undergraduate GPA below 3.0 are required to submit a Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) general test score. Official scores must be reported from a GMAT or GRE test taken within the last five years.
Additional Requirements for International Students
TOEFL: For applicants whose native language is not English, the TOEFL is required with a minimum score of 79 on the iBT. These scores should be sent officially to SOPHAS-specific TOEFL code 5688.
A WES evaluation is required for applicants who completed their degree outside of the United States. This can be requested and submitted through SOPHAS.
Transfer students: Relevant graduate courses taken at other accredited universities may be considered for transfer credit. Students may transfer a maximum of six credits.
Nonmatriculated student policy: Nonmatriculated students may take a maximum of nine credits. Any additional courses require the student to be matriculated in a program.
Application Deadlines
- Fall: deadline extended to April 15 for international applicants, June 1 for domestic applicants
Laptop Requirement
Laptops are integrated into the curriculum at the College of Public Health to improve opportunities for active learning and provide greater access to specialized software and required tools in and out of the classroom. Incoming students are required to have a laptop that meets certain minimum hardware specifications. Review full laptop requirements.