Health Informatics Degree

The health informatics degree program at Montana Tech of the University of Montana teaches students how to apply computer sciences and software engineering in the medical research field and clinical information technology field. Students who graduate the health informatics degree program will have an understanding of the development of advanced imaging, database, and decision systems. Courses include computer science, health information systems architecture, medical knowledge structures, medical language and image processing, quantitative medical decision modeling, imaging techniques, and electronic medical records. Get more details below including other Montana colleges that offer health informatics degrees.

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Montana Tech of the University of Montana

2715 Dickinson Street, Miles City, MT

Montana Tech of the University of Montana is a public institution located in Butte, MT and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Around two thousand students enroll at Montana Tech of the University of Montana yearly.

Students can choose from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Engineering
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Students may take either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score within the range of 1440 to 1770 on the SAT, or 21 to 26 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. Approximately 90% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 60% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $7,100 and nonresidents pay $20,000 annually. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,600 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The mascot for Montana Tech of the University of Montana is the "Orediggers", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the NAIA. Athletic programs available:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)

Students who would like to see more about this school may take a look at their website at http://www.mtech.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Health Informatics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Montana Tech of the University of Montana has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Computer and Information Research Scientists

Description

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

Software Developers, Applications

Description

Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. May analyze and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. May supervise computer programmers.

Database Architects

Description

Design strategies for enterprise database systems and set standards for operations, programming, and security. Design and construct large relational databases. Integrate new systems with existing warehouse structure and refine system performance and functionality.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).