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; 3 AMIA Signature Awardees, 14 ACMI Fellows; 10 FAMIA Fellows; 5 IAHSI Fellows; 4 AIMBE Fellows; 1 AAAS Fellow
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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27th Annual Student InterCouncil (SIC) Salutation
Thursday, September 18 | 5:30–7:30 PM
Cooley University Life Center | 7440 Cambridge St.
Kick off the new school year at UTHealth Houston’s biggest student welcome event! Whether you’re just starting your journey or returning for another year, Salutation 2025 is your chance to connect, celebrate, and get inspired.
Why You Should Come:
Meet fellow students from all seven UTHealth Houston schools
Hear from university leaders, deans & student government reps
Score big with awesome giveaways and prizes
Enjoy free food & beverages (First Come, First Served)
Snap selfies and post with #Salutation2025 and #ManyFacesofUTHealthHouston
Discover all of the student services & resources available to you!
Students only! This exclusive event is just for UTHealth Houston students—don’t miss the chance to connect across programs and schools, and start the year with some fun!
Our school community is invited to attend the UTHealth Houston Center for Digital Healthcare Innovation (CDHI) Informatics Summit on Thursday, September 25. This year’s theme, Mission: Unstoppable, celebrates the bold thinkers, creative problem-solvers, and everyday changemakers transforming the landscape of digital health care. From improving patient access to advancing automation, they will spotlight the efforts that move us forward together.
For information on the summit visit https://www.uth.edu/center-for-digital-healthcare-innovation/summit.
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.