Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management

Health Informatics and Information Management (HIIM) professionals have a direct and valuable impact on patients without being in the physical clinic. They ensure that vital health information is complete, accurate and protected – and that it is used to effectively promote optimal patient outcomes.Our program prepares qualified professionals who are committed to improving health and transforming healthcare and who demonstrate respect, excellence, leadership and integrity. You will receive training in distinct but complementary areas: informatics; data analytics; privacy, risk and compliance; data quality; revenue cycle management; and more.You will also be trained in the operations and workflow of a variety of healthcare organizations, from large healthcare systems to physician practices of all sizes, from health centers and clinics to skilled and long-term care facilities.

WVU will convert applicants academic results into a U.S. grade point average (GPA) on a maximum 4.0 scale. Freshman applicants with a converted GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale can be admitted, although some majors may have higher GPA requirements for direct entry.