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Master of Science in Bioinformatics

The need for knowledgeable scientists with quantitative and computational skills has exploded in the past decade. Northeastern University’s Master of Science in Bioinformatics provides interdisciplinary training in biology, computer science, and data analytics—along with real-world experience to gain the skills necessary to excel in this field.

Students who complete this program will be able to:

  • Use core knowledge of bioinformatics programming in research and practical settings.
  • Integrate biological, computational, and mathematical knowledge in analysis.
  • Analyze and understand large amounts of biomedical data for genome sequencing, among other applications.

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$98K
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Potential job growth in computer-based analysis roles by 2031 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2021)
Average base salary for bioinformatics scientists (Payscale.com, 2022)
Northeastern’s employment rate upon graduation in the last three years
“The biggest strength [of the program] was how easy Northeastern made it to obtain a co-op. I felt that this gave me the opportunity to get my foot in the door and to gain much-needed experience.” – Nicolette Lee, Bioinformatics, College of Science, MS’20

Entry terms

Fall and Spring

Course delivery

100% online* or on campus in Boston; Toronto; Oakland, CA

* Online program does not support student visas

Application deadlines

Out of country
For fall term: July 1
For spring term: November 1

In-country
For fall term: July 15
For spring term: November 15

Experience-powered learning

Northeastern is a top-tier research institution. Students have the opportunity to participate in federally-funded research on campus, as well as gain real-world experience through Northeastern's top-ranked cooperative education (co-op) program. Boston is one of the nation's leading biotech hubs, with a great concentration of biomedical research within five miles of the Northeastern campus. Graduates from the program will leave with specialized knowledge and experience to lead change in this diverse and growing field.

About Northeastern University

Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experiential lifelong learning. Our approach of integrating real-world experience with education, research, and innovation empowers our students, faculty, alumni, and partners to create worldwide impact.

Northeastern’s personalized, experiential undergraduate and graduate programs lead to degrees through the doctorate in 10 colleges and schools across our 14 campuses worldwide. Learning emphasizes the intersection of data, technology, and human literacies, uniquely preparing graduates for careers of the future and lives of fulfillment and accomplishment. Our research enterprise, with an R1 Carnegie classification, is solutions oriented and spans the world. Our faculty scholars and students work in teams that cross not just disciplines, but also sectors—aligned around solving today’s highly interconnected global challenges and focused on transformative impact for humankind.




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