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Master of Science in Health Informatics Program URL: http://healthinformatics.uic.edu Campus: Chicago Number of Required Campus Visits: 1
Program Type: Master's Degree Award Conferred: Master of Science Total Number of Credit Hours: 45 Sem. Hr(s). Admission Deadline: Fall: May 15 | Spring: Nov 1 | Summer: Mar 15 Description:
The Master of Science in Health Informatics emphasizes the social aspects (individual, group and organizational) of health informatics. Course work emphasizes the analysis, implementation and ongoing management of the critical factors that impact the successful selection and use of health care information technologies. The MS in HI program is a designated "Approved Program" by CAHIIM.
The online Master of Science in Health Informatics program now offers a course-only degree option, as well as a more traditional research degree option. This change reflects the industry need for health informatics research professionals. Visit http://healthinformatics.uic.edu/ for our track-specific curriculum. In addition, with supplemental coursework, graduates pursuing the research option are eligible to take the national Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) credential exam offered by the American Health Information Management Association. Admission Requirement(s): The admissions committee is seeking self-motivated, mature individuals who meet the following requirements:
* At least two years of experience outside the academic setting in the health care or information technology fields
* Strong written and oral communication skills
* Exceptional people skills
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
The following are required for admission to the MS in Health Informatics program:
* Baccalaureate degree, no restrictions
* Minimum grade point average of 3.0 (on a scale of 4.0) for the final 60 semester (90 quarter) hours of undergraduate study and for all cumulative graduate work previously taken
* International applicants whose native language is not English must pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Applicants who take the paper-based TOEFL MUST also take the Test of Written English (TWE). If the paper-based TOEFL is taken, minimum scores in the range of 585-600 will be considered, and scores of 5 or 6 must be submitted for the TWE. If the applicant has taken the computer-based TOEFL, minimum scores in the range of 240-250 will be considered. In addition, if the applicant has taken the computer-based TOEFL, the Test of Written English is not required. If the student has taken the TOEFL iBT, a minimum total score of 95 will be considered. The sub-scores must be at least 24 in Reading, 24 in Speaking, 22 in Listening, 24 in Writing. (Institution code: 1851, Dept code: 99)
Technical Requirement(s): Students should have access to a computer with the following minimum requirements:
PC USERS
* Processor: Minimum Pentium III
* Memory: 1GB RAM minimum
* Hard Drive: 40 GB or more with 8GB free space preferred
* Modem: A cable or DSL connection is preferred
* CD-ROM: A CD-ROM reader
* Sound Card: SoundBlaster 32-bit compatible
* Video Card: SVGA 1024x768 resolution
* Monitor: 15 inch SuperVGA color monitor
* Operating System: XP, Vista
* Software: An active antivirus program and an office suite such as Microsoft Office
* Other: An Internet Service Provider (ISP) is recommended for access from outside the (312) area code. The student must secure an active UIC NetID and valid password upon initial registration.
MAC USERS
* Mac G4 or G5 running OS 10 (or higher)
* Minimum of 1 GB RAM
* 40 GB HD
Program Cost(s):
Online Tuition and Fees: $30,375
Online Tuition and Fees: $675/credit hour, inclusive of fees. Effective fall 2008 - spring 2009. Subject to change at the discretion of the Board of Trustees. Program Contact(s):
Pamela Rocha
Off-site Admissions Center
University of Illinois at Chicago
P.O. Box 691629
Orlando, FL 32869-1629
Phone: (866) 674-4842
Fax: (321) 259-1884
E-mail: p.rocha@healthinformatics.uic.edu
URL: http://healthinformatics.uic.edu
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