Information Technology
MS
Why study Information Technology?
Information Technology (IT) is one of the fastest growing disciplines in graduate education today. The reason is simple - every industry needs IT. We live in a networked, electronic world and rely on always available, secure systems to live, work, and play. We have electronic classrooms, health records, manufacturing, etc. The field of IT is responsible for building, managing, and securing these global systems. There is no other field of study that cuts through so many domains and has such an impact on the world.
UC's online Master of Science in Information Technology program gives you the hands-on skills to immediately solve problems in all of these industries. Mobile and social applications and security are the top industry concerns today. With our world increasingly becoming electronic, we must work within mobile and social networks and secure all of the information transferred and stored every day. The online MSIT program offers coursework in cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, mobile development, and human computer interaction to prepare students to secure software applications, networks, and systems. These skills are a vital part of every organization.
A campus-based master's program in Information Technology is also available. For more information about the campus-based Master's in Information Technology program, please click here.
Admission Requirements
- A bachelors degree from a college or university accredited by a regional or general accrediting agency.
- At least a B average (3.0/4.0 system) in undergraduate course work. If the applicant has a lower GPA, they must either give evidence of promise that is judged satisfactory by the admitting program or complete 12 credit hours of specified IT bridge courses with a 3.0 GPA prior to full admission into the program.
- Transcripts of all college or university grades. Note: for the application you may upload unofficial transcripts; however, if admitted, you will need to submit your official transcripts.
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
- Three letters of reference from individuals who know you professionally or academically
- A personal statement
- GRE is waived for qualified applicants: if the cumulative GPA is below 3.0, a minimum GRE score of 300 is required including 3.0+ Analytical; Verbal and Quantitative scores must be 150+ each.
We value work experience and hands-on learning as well as scholarly research so we offer the master's program as either a thesis or capstone-based program. With the capstone-based program you can work with the award winning faculty to build an IT solution that will solve a fundamental issue and springboard your career or start you on your way to build a new business. With the thesis program, you can work with the award winning faculty to research and develop new ideas and solutions for the IT field and contribute to publications and national organizations. Either way, you will be recognized as an expert in the IT field. If you are the type of person who loves solving problems, thrives in fast paced learning environments, and wants to make a positive impact on the world, this is the degree for you.
Graduates of this program will be prepared for the careers listed below. All opportunities may not be listed.
The information provided is sourced from a third party, Lightcast. Their product, called Career Coach, combines extensive labor market data from Lightcast and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. It provides insights on industry, occupation, compensation, and projected growth for each profession. Economic and workforce information is available for various geographic regions. Some careers may require additional training or education.Please direct all advising questions to Scott Anderson.
To complete the program, the student must complete the required 30 graduate credit hours in consultation with a faculty advisor. All required courses must be completed within a three-year period from the date of acceptance into the program. Students who are conditionally admitted should also complete the bridge or prerequisite courses prior to taking the MSIT courses. Students need to maintain a GPA of 3.0 to stay and graduate from the MSIT program. Students will retake a course if they receive a grade below C. All required courses must be completed within a three-year period from the date of acceptance into the program.
Transferring or waiving credit hours from other UC or outside graduate programs is highly unlikely. But students may waive the bridge or prerequisite courses with exceptional work experience in the IT fields. Please consult with the graduate director and coordinator for waiving courses and transfer of graduate credits.
Explore unique opportunities, faculty, and resources available in UC Online
Application Deadlines
Fall Enrollment - August 1
Spring Enrollment - December 1
Summer Enrollmen t - May 1
Contact Information
Find related programs in the following interest areas:
Program Code: 18MAS-IT-MS-.IT-DL