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McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston
About
The McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics is a leading institution specializing in biomedical informatics, offering advanced education and research opportunities. It's dedicated to advancing healthcare through data-driven solutions, bridging the gap between healthcare and technology.
Introduction
McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics, formerly UTHealth Houston School of Biomedical Informatics (SBMI) is one of the six schools of UTHealth Houston which, is a component of the 14 institutions of The University of Texas System.
McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics is the only academic biomedical informatics program in Texas, the only free-standing school among 70 related programs in the nation, and one of the largest programs of its kind in the world.
Vision
Our School is Transforming Data to Power Human HealthTM.
Mission
The mission of the school is to collect, process, and convert data-ranging from molecules to populations-into actionable information, knowledge, and intelligence; to educate current and future leaders, innovators, and problem solvers across Texas, the nation, and the world; to disrupt, transform, and innovate to elicit biomedical discoveries, improve healthcare delivery, and aid in disease prevention by conducting outstanding basic and applied research and developing impactful information technology products and solutions.
Statistics
International students:
19%
0Student to faculty ratio:
6 to 1
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Admissions
Admission Requirements for degree and non-degree programs at McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston.
McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics utilizes a holistic review process for all applicants. This enables us to give careful consideration to all the credentials presented by the applicant. Applicants are reviewed only once each cycle term, be sure to submit your application with the strongest material.
Visa Requirements
McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston is a graduate school that awards postgraduate degrees. We do not offer undergraduate degrees.
A bachelor’s degree or higher is required to apply. If all education was completed outside the U.S., you must have a U.S. equivalency of a bachelor's degree or higher.
All applicants that have completed courses/degrees outside of the US are required to submit an official course-by-course transcript evaluation with GPA calculation report by either World Education Services (WES ICAP) or Educational Credential Evaluators. The verified transcripts used for the evaluation need to be included with the education evaluation.
All international applicants must show proof of English language proficiency through one of the following:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam – Minimum score of 94. Follow these instructions to have official test scores sent to GradCAS. Use code: B886
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) – Minimum score of 7.0. Follow these instructions to have official test scores sent to GradCAS. A code is not required.
Applicants for whom the English proficiency exam is required and who do not meet the minimum requirement will not be forwarded for admissions committee review.
| F-1 VISA SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING: | F-1 VISA SPONSORSHIP NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING: |
| ✓ Spring and Fall Admission ✓ Master of Science (MS) - Research Track ✓ Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomedical Informatics ✓ Admission to one UTHealth Houston program at a time | ✗ Summer Admission ✗ Master of Science (MS) - Applied Track ✗ Doctorate in Health Informatics (DHI) ✗ Concurrent multiple admissions to UTHealth Houston Schools/Programs ✗ Non-degree or Certificate programs |
Scholarships and Funding
Alumni Statistics
The purpose of the McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston Alumni Association is to create a community. We do this by facilitating communication among present and former students, faculty and staff with the goal of assisting alumni in their professional endeavors and advancing the objectives of the school.
We host social gatherings and networking opportunities throughout the year. Alumni are invited to return to McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics to attend or judge poster sessions in the fall and spring semesters or speak at career panels.
Awards & Accreditations
SACS SOC
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) is the body for the accreditation of degree-granting higher education institutions in the Southern states. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges has six core values. They are:
- Integrity
- Peer Review/Self-regulation
- Student Learning
- Continuous Quality Improvement
- Accountability
- Transparency
SACSCOC is an institutional accreditor that employs an accountable and transparent peer review process which assures educational quality and integrity, fosters continuous self-improvement, and promotes student success.
CAHIIM Accredited Program
Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) is a peer-reviewed, accreditation process for both undergraduate and graduate degree programs. This designation ensures that accredited schools continuously improve the quality of health information management and health informatics education to meet healthcare workforce needs.
- Our Master’s program earned CAHIIM accreditation in 2019
- The school’s curriculum meets standards set by health informatics educators from across the nation.
- Our students earn an accredited education that is both relevant and provides current skills required by today's employers.
- Our continuously maintains and upholds all CAHIIM policies and procedure to maintain program accreditation.
HIMSS Approved Education Partner
HIMSS Approved Education Partners (AEP) are educational programs that demonstrate that their educational development activities meet the rigorous standards of quality, as identified by HIMSS. AEPs are authorized to offer HIMSS-approved healthcare and health information technology education and training programs that prepare candidates for advanced knowledge in health IT and healthcare.
- As a HIMSS AEP since 2016, our curriculum meets HIMSS's high educational standards.
- Our education and training programs prepare candidates for advanced knowledge in health IT and healthcare.
- Students receive the education and knowledge needed for both the CAHIMS and CPHIMS certifications.
- Our Continuing Education courses also meet HIMSS’s industry-level standards for effective health training.
Project Management Institute
McWilliams SBMI is a PMI Authorized Training Partner. With this designation, you can be assured that your training has been vetted by the Project Management Institute to meet their exacting standards.
- Two MSBMI courses, BMI 5328 – Systems Management and Project Management and BMI 7360 – Advanced Project Management, utilize PMI materials and can be used as educational credits towards the PMP or CAPM.
- MSBMI also offers a continuing education Project Management course.
