Spring 2024 Application Deadline: December 1, 2023
Spring 2024 Semester Begins: January 29, 2024
UMBC undergraduate students have the option of applying to the Health IT Master’s program in their junior or senior year and earn up to nine credits towards the degree. Students benefit by shortening the time to degree completion, experience the cost savings of taking graduate courses at undergraduate tuition rates, experience flexible learning options (many courses taught in evening or in hybrid format), and gain practical knowledge and skills.
At a Glance
Locations & Delivery
- UMBC Campus (Catonsville)
- Hybrid (online & in-person classes)
Programs Offered
Admissions Requirements:
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0. If less than 3.0, admission consideration based on Graduate Program Director’s discretion.
- Apply and be admitted at least one semester prior to completion of bachelor’s degree (preferable to apply at start of junior year).
- Maintain good academic standing throughout the duration of undergraduate degree.
Application Process
- Contact Dr. Erin Van Dyke, Graduate Program Director (evandyk1@umbc.edu) to discuss interest and plan of study.
- Complete the Graduate School Accelerated Application DocuSign Form.
- Submit copies of undergraduate transcripts, statement of goals, and two recommendations in the Accelerated Application DocuSign Form, via the upload feature.
- Once approved, complete the Approval for Undergraduates to take Courses for Graduate Credit.
- One semester prior to completion of bachelor’s degree, submit an application for the Master’s of Professional Studies: Health IT program to the Graduate School. The graduate school application fee is waived ($50 online)
- Once admitted, complete transfer of credits form to Graduate School for nine credits.
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