International students can study the Healthcare Systems Engineering at Binghamton University at its main campus in Binghamton, United States of America. This Master degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 2 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 22, 2027.

About Master of Healthcare Systems Engineering

There are multiple program options for graduate studies in the field of health systems at Binghamton University. These programs apply traditional engineering tools and principles in quality and performance improvement, lean applications and other constructs toward improving systems, processes and outcomes in healthcare.

Health systems is a dynamic field open to students of all majors and does not require a prior background in engineering for several of the available program options. Building better healthcare delivery system requires effective partnerships harnessing the power of engineering, health and healthcare sciences, information technology, management and social sciences. Such partnerships are essential to facilitate high-performance environments that produce higher-quality care and better patient outcomes at lower cost. Healthcare systems transformed in this way embrace patient-centered care, optimized operations, efficacy, safety and equity. Binghamton University's transdisciplinary approach to the field of healthcare systems engineering and its active research program continue to position our university as a leader in this domain.

Students studying in our health systems programs will acquire advanced skills for modeling, analyzing and designing healthcare delivery systems and processes. These programs provide a competitive edge for leadership roles in healthcare systems and prepare students for versatile, high-level careers in healthcare institutions, pharmaceutical companies, universities and medical centers, management and consulting firms, and a variety of other settings.

Program Options Available:

MS in Healthcare Systems Engineering: Students with a baccalaureate degree in engineering or a related field may apply for admission to this program. Students with a non-engineering background who wish to pursue this program will be required to take additional prerequisite courses before completion of their degree; the number and subject of prerequisite courses in such cases will depend upon evaluation of the student's academic transcript(s).
MS in Systems Science-Health Systems Concentration track: Students with a baccalaureate degree in any field may apply for admission to this program; this track is open to all majors.
- This track is also available as a one-year executive health systems concentration that is offered via Saturday classes in Manhattan. Classes take place at the SUNY Global Center in Manhattan on Saturdays to accommodate working professionals
MS in Industrial and Systems Engineering-Health Systems Concentration track: Students with a baccalaureate degree in engineering or a related field may apply for admission to this program. Students with a non-engineering background who wish to pursue this program will be required to take additional prerequisite courses before completion of their degree; the number and subject of prerequisite courses in such cases will depend upon evaluation of the student's academic transcript(s).
- This track is also available as a one-year executive health systems concentration that is offered via Saturday classes in Manhattan. Classes take place at the SUNY Global Center in Manhattan on Saturdays to accommodate working professionals.

Interested students who would like to receive immediate feedback regarding credentials and the likelihood of acceptance into the program should go to our immediate evaluation meeting web page.

While a PhD in Healthcare Systems Engineering is not currently available, students with advanced interest in this field can continue into doctoral studies with focus in health systems via the PhD Systems Science or PhD Industrial and Systems Engineering programs.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Healthcare Systems Engineering at Binghamton University

Entry Requirements

Provide a complete set of your undergraduate (and, if applicable, graduate) transcripts showing one of the following:
- You have earned a bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university
- You are within one academic year of earning a bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university
- You are eligible to apply as part of a memorandum of understanding between your current institution and Binghamton University
Have earned, at minimum, one of the following:
- A 3.0 GPA over your entire undergraduate career
- A 3.0 GPA during the last 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits of your undergraduate degree, with most courses graded regularly (not as "pass/fail")
- A 3.0 GPA in a graduate degree, with most courses graded regularly (not as "pass/fail")
- In consideration of the different grading scales used around the world, each academic department evaluates international transcripts to determine on a case-by-case basis whether they demonstrate one of the above requirements.

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Healthcare Systems Engineering

Graduates of the program typically work as professionals in the field of healthcare or related industries and, with the help of their academic experience, continue on to hold positions such as management engineering or health systems engineer/analyst, business/data analyst, quality and patient safety manager, performance improvement specialist, clinical systems engineer, healthcare business analytics/intelligence specialists or directors and more. The department is dedicated to providing support for its students and alumni at every level of their career.

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Healthcare Systems Engineering at Binghamton University

Application Fee 70

How to Apply for Master of Healthcare Systems Engineering at Binghamton University

Submit the online application and all required application materials.

You will need a valid email address to create an online application.
- For best performance, we recommend using Google Chrome to apply.
Upload all required application materials for your program to the online application.

Scan and upload the files with care, making sure they are clear, legible and complete. The graduate admissions committee will receive the files you scan and upload.
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Do not mail hard (paper) copies of any application materials unless specifically requested by the Office of Graduate Admissions.

Pay the $75 (USD) non-refundable graduate degree program application fee.
- You can use a Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express credit card. Your credit card bill serves as your receipt.
- We are happy to be able to grant application fee waivers to CSTEP, EOP, HEOP, LSAMP Program, Project 1000, SEEK Program or TRIO Program (McNair Scholars Program, Student Support Services, Upward Bound, etc.) students. Please provide a certified letter from your program official attesting to your participation. Documents can be uploaded directly on the application or by emailing [email protected].
- We are happy to be able to grant application fee waivers to GEM Fellowship applicants. Please submit a copy of your GEM interface homepage indicating that your overall application status is complete. Documents can be uploaded directly on the application or by emailing [email protected].
- United States Armed Forces veterans and active duty service members are also eligible for an application fee waiver. Please submit a copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214) or your Status Report Pursuant to Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (as downloaded from https://scra.dmdc.osd.mil). Documents can be uploaded directly on the application or by emailing them to [email protected].
- Please note that a request for an application fee waiver may take 2 to 3 business days to process. Please wait for an email stating that your request has been approved before submitting your application. If you have any questions about this process, please contact us at [email protected].
Submit the online application and all required application materials by your program's application deadline.

Review these reminders before you apply:

We recommend you begin the application process at least one month before your program's application deadline.
You may apply to more than one program at a time. If you receive an admission decision for more than one program, you can only confirm your intent to enroll for one program at a time. Any remaining applications will be automatically withdrawn once you have confirmed your intent to enroll by paying your admission deposit. Exceptions will be made for individuals applying to approved dual- and double-degree programs.
Take care when selecting your program. The Office of Graduate Admissions cannot make any changes to your program once we receive and begin review of your application.

If you are a former Binghamton University student (undergraduate, graduate or non-degree/non-matriculated) and have changed your name, file an official name change form with the Office of Financial Aid and Student Records before submitting an application.
If you are an international student, review the additional admission requirements for international students before submitting an application.
If you are interested in transferring graduate credits from another institution to Binghamton University, review the policies regarding the transfer of graduate credits before submitting an application. The application process is the same for students who are planning to transfer graduate credits as it is for those who are not.