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Master of Science Health Information Management

Since founding the first Health Information Management (HIM) program in the nation in 1935, St. Scholastica has been a leader in HIM education. We continue to build on this tradition by offering excellent, rigorous programs in flexible formats for working professionals.

The HIM graduate program is structured to help advance the careers of practicing Health Information Management professionals and provide a path into the profession for those with bachelor’s degrees in other fields. The program emphasizes quality healthcare data as the foundation for organizational information and knowledge management systems. The 100% distance-learning format will allow you to maintain your current employment while enhancing your knowledge and skills.

Fast Facts

Streamlined curriculum means a top-quality program is now more attainable
Courses are taught by faculty that are published, industry experts
100% online, two-year CAHIIM-accredited MS program, 40 credits
Earn eligibility to sit for the RHIA credential exam upon program completion

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Because of my education from this College, I’ve had many opportunities through AHIMA to work on different projects.

Erica Wilson, RHIA, CPC, MHA/INF, MS

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Degree Details

Tuition and Fees

Tuition: $680/credit*

* Tuition rates are for the 2024-25 academic year. Additional fees and costs for course materials may apply. Total program cost and completion time varies depending on transfer credits and individual program plans. Tuition rates are subject to change. View 2023-24 rates

Fees

$75 program fee fall and spring semester.

Program Overview

Program Outcomes

The reporting period for these outcomes is Aug. 1, 2022-July 31, 2023.

72% of students complete the MS in HIM program in the calculated average completion time
84% of graduates responding to the annual MS in HIM graduate survey are employed within one year of graduation
85% of those that apply to the MS in HIM program are accepted
98% student retention rate for MS in HIM students

* For the graduate data, a graduate survey is sent out to all graduates 1 year after a student confers their degree. During this reporting period, there were 29 graduates contacted of which 9 responded to the survey. Of those, 8 were employed full-time within one year of graduation and 1 student was pursuing additional education.

Curriculum

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Career Outlook

The HIM profession is experiencing strong growth with the increased adoption of Electronic Health Records (EHR) software nationwide. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in medical or health services managers are poised to grow by 28% from 2022 to 2032. And, while it is difficult to predict the number of jobs available in the field, the profession is growing rapidly and career opportunities are high.

Accreditation

The Health Informatics and Information Management accreditor of The College of St. Scholastica is the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM). The College’s accreditation for the Master’s degree in Health Information Management has been reaffirmed through 2033. All inquiries about the program’s accreditation status should be directed by mail to CAHIIM, 200 East Randolph Street, Suite 5100, Chicago, IL, 60601; by phone at 312-235-3255; or by email at info@cahiim.org.

Admission Information

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Application Deadlines

Fall: Aug. 5
Fall mid-term: Sept. 30
Spring: Dec. 9
Spring mid-term: Feb. 17
Summer: April 21

Eligibility

New Students

BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university
Cumulative GPA of 3.0

Note: Meeting minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee admission.

Returning Students

A returning student is a student who was admitted and enrolled in a program at St. Scholastica but has been absent from the program for at least three continuous semesters, including summer. To return to the same program at St. Scholastica, a returning student must be in good academic standing and must apply for readmission to the College.

Foundational Courses

If you have not yet taken the following courses, they will be added to your course plan. Foundational courses are available online and must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.

BIO 2002: The Human Body in Health and Disease (4), covers Anatomy & Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Medical Terminology
HIM 2102: Introduction to Pharmacotherapeutics (1)

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