McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics is shaping the future of patient care, disease prevention, and biomedical discovery by transforming data into innovative solutions powered by artificial intelligence, data science, and informatics. We are the only biomedical informatics program with advanced doctoral degrees in Texas and the largest and only free-standing informatics school in the nation. Explore the education and research opportunities offered within our three departments.
Only informatics program in Texas with advanced doctoral degrees.
Only freestanding school among 100+ AMIA Academic Forum Institutions.
One of the largest internationally, with more than 130 regular and adjunct faculty and more than 400 graduate students.
Affordable in-state and out-of-state tuition.
2 PECASE Awardees; 14 ACMI Fellows; 10 FAMIA Fellows; 5 IAHSI Fellows.
Located in the Texas Medical Center,
the largest in the world.
Our faculty train the next generation of scientists through graduate certificate programs, dual degree programs, master’s programs, and doctoral programs for future careers as cognitive scientists, statisticians, hospital administrators, pharmacists, and more.
Whether researching molecules or entire populations, our faculty and students have the power to unlock life-changing discoveries, including new technology, improved health care delivery, and disease prevention. Our team leads research and programs that range from enhancing artificial intelligence and machine learning to helping inform and improve the global response to COVID-19.
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D. Bradley “Brad” McWilliams, a longtime supporter of UTHealth Houston, made a transformative commitment to the School of Biomedical Informatics to bolster our mission of enhancing human health through data science. In gratitude for his visionary investment, the school is named D. Bradley McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics.
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INVITING ALL UTHEALTH HOUSTON STUDENTS! Enjoy FREE crawfish, shrimp, hot dogs, vegetarian options, and beverages at our 14th annual crawfish boil.
UTHealth Houston Student InterCouncil (SIC) and Facilities and Auxiliary Services invites all UTHealth Houston students to the 14th annual Crawfish Boil from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 4, at the courtyard next to the Cooley University Life Center, 7440 Cambridge St., Houston.
The Crawfish Boil — SIC’s largest event — is a great opportunity to spend time with friends and meet fellow students from all UTHealth Houston schools. Each UTHealth Houston student attending may also invite one guest.
Learn how to peel and eat crawfish while enjoying music, playing games, and meeting peers and SIC representatives. In addition to crawfish, the no-cost event will include shrimp, hot dogs, vegetarian options, and beverages. Students also receive giveaways upon entry.
To attend, present your UTHealth Houston student ID badge and driver’s license at the check-in table. Students are encouraged to take the UTHealth Houston Shuttle to the Cooley Center or park in the East Road parking lot across from UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry. ID badges are required to ride the shuttle. Additionally, only service animals are allowed at the event (HOOP Policy 101).
For more information, visit the SIC website.
MSBMI PhD students are invited to a PhD-focused Town Hall with Professor, Dr. Hongfang Liu. She will provide an update on MSMBI academic activities, as well as take your questions. Lunch will be served to the first 40 students.
Discover how to begin your graduate journey at McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics. Joins us at our next virtual prospective student information session where we will present the following topics:
Space is limited, so register early!
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.