Admission Requirements: Certificate in Information Technology

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03.15.2025

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Admission Requirements

The Information Technology Certificate program welcomes applicants from various educational backgrounds. To apply, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Prerequisites:

Freshmen:

High school diploma, official final high school transcript, GED or home-school equivalent.

Transfer:

Transferability is based on school accreditation, course/content comparability, year taken, and final grade.

Submit all official transcripts for every school attended. Learn more about requesting your transcripts.

Application

Complete the online application and submit a $50 application fee.

Applications are accepted continuously throughout the year. Our staff will review your application based on the following.

Transcripts/GED

Transcripts can be submitted electronically or by mail. To see if your transcript(s) can be ordered electronically, visit the links below and search for your previous school(s).

Electronic submissions can be sent to [email protected].

Parchment
Please select “University of Cincinnati – Main Campus” as the recipient of your transcript.
National Student Clearinghouse
Please have your transcript sent directly to [email protected].

If you do not see your past school(s) listed on either site, please contact the school(s) directly.

Have unopened, official transcripts or GED mailed directly to:

University of Cincinnati Office of Admissions
P.O. Box 210091
Cincinnati, OH 45221-0091

Transfer Course Credit

UC requires all students to complete at least half of the program at UC to receive their degree. The maximum credits allowed for transfer for this program would be 24 credits.

FAQs

What Can You Do With A Certificate In Information Technology?
When you get your Information Technology Certificate from the University of Cincinnati Online, there are a variety of jobs after graduation that you can pursue:
- Computer Support Consultant
- Media Technician
- Technical Support Specialist
- Data Center Operations Support
- Help Desk Analyst
- Web Developer
Are IT Jobs In Demand?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, computer and information technology occupations are projected to grow 11 percent from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations. The University of Cincinnati’s 100% online Information Technology Certificate will give you the skills needed to confidently enter the IT field after graduation.
Will my degree say UC Online?

No. your degree will be conferred by the University of Cincinnati, which will also be reflected on your transcripts and degree.