Online bachelor’s degree program in health information management is ranked second in the nation

The AHS online bachelor’s degree program in health information management is ranked second in the nation for 2023 by U.S. News & World Report.

The ranking also includes two other UIC online bachelor’s programs, in business administration and nursing.

It’s the 11th year the programs have appeared among the top in the nation in the U.S. News & World Report Best Online Bachelor’s Programs. UIC was ranked in third place for 2022. This year, it tied for second place with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide.

The Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management Online Degree Completion Program teaches students to manage and use information and information systems for health care planning, resource allocation and executive decision-making.

“Over the past decade of existence of the online bachelor completion program, we have watched our students develop careers in this growing industry,” said Felecia Williams, assistant professor and program director.

“We are proud to note that the knowledge our graduates have of information governance, technology and patient privacy and security continues to make them key stakeholders at decision-making venues and on committees.”

U.S. News & World Report ranked 381 schools offering online bachelor’s degrees based on four general criteria, including engagement, student services and technologies, faculty credentials and training, and expert opinion.

To learn more about UIC’s online bachelor’s degree programs, visit UIC Extended Campus.

This article has been edited for length and clarity by Sonya Booth.