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HIT Program Costs
Judy Butner

Judy Butner


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HIT Program Costs

All costs are approximate. The Program Director will provide updated details at orientation.

Professional Practice Experience Costs

Complete within 60 days of your PPE start date.

Estimated costs related to PPE requirements
Item Estimated cost
Medical Form ($80–120) $120.00
Immunizations/Titers (0–$250) $250.00
PPD (tuberculin) test $20.00
3rd-party vendor (background check, drug screen, immunization tracking) $110.00
PPE lab jacket (see Program Director for ordering) $40.00
Subtotal $540.00

College Fees, Textbooks (5 Semesters)

Estimated college fees and textbook costs over five semesters
Item Estimated cost
Tuition (in-state, up to $1,216/semester) $6,080.00
Student Activity Fee ($20/semester) $100.00
Student Success Fee ($5/semester) $25.00
Campus Parking Fee ($5/semester) $25.00
Computer Use & Technology Fee ($1.50/credit hr; max $24/semester) $120.00
Liability Insurance ($14.50/year) $29.00
Accident Insurance ($1.30/semester) $6.50
Lab Fee (V-Lab $195/year) $390.00
Textbooks (pricing is approximate; see program listing)
1st year $780.00
2nd year $1,100.00
Subtotal $8,465.50

View textbook listing (2020–2021) PDF

Professional Dues / Certification Exam Fees

Estimated professional dues and exam fees
Item Estimated cost
AHIMA membership dues ($49/year) $98.00
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) exam $300.00
Subtotal $398.00

Program Total

PROGRAM TOTAL $9,403.50