Professionals who have a strong background in a computing discipline, hold IT certificates, and/or have work experience in the field can be admitted directly into the online Master in Information Technology program (the GRE is waived for qualified candidates).
The University’s MS IT program is not just for experienced industry professionals. Our program is open to individuals from a variety of backgrounds, though many already have experience in a computing discipline or hold an IT certificate. If prospective students do not have an IT bachelor’s degree or an IT background, they can still seek admittance by taking 12 credit hours of bridge courses to help them qualify for the program.
Our admissions office is happy to work with you to answer any questions you may have and help determine your eligibility. Contact us today!
Prerequisites
*May be required to share prior work experience if you do not have a background in IT or meet the 3.0 GPA requirement.
Admission Materials
Fast Track Admission: automatic admission into the MSIT-DL program for undergraduate students who graduate from UC (Begins Fall 2024)
Any UC Alumni with a 3.0 undergraduate GPA and the following backgrounds are eligible for our fast-track admission process:
*UC alumni with a 3.0 GPA in a bachelor’s program that does not have the above academic background can be admitted with the condition that they will need to complete 4 bridge courses. Petition to waive the bridge courses may be considered based on prior experience.
A bachelor degree from a college or university regarded as standard by a regional or general accrediting agency.
At least a B average (3.0/4.0 system) in undergraduate course work. If your background is not from IT or if your GPA is below a 3.0, how has your past experience prepared you be successful in an MSIT? For example, what types of courses (university or online), industry experience, certificates have you completed to build skills in this area. Or what is it about your personal disposition or work ethic that would help you be successful in this program?
Transcripts of all college or university grades. Note: For the application, you may upload unofficial transcripts. When 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. Recommendation letters should be submitted on letterhead with a clear indication of what the relationship is between the recommender and applicant.
Applicants will need to provide a letter detailing their interest in the program and how it may match future professional goals.
GRE is waived for applicants with over a 3.0 GPA. Student required to take the GRE must receive a 150 in both of the sections (300 total).
Complete the University of Cincinnati online graduate application; $65 domestic/$70 international application fee.
*Application Fee Currently Waived
For International students, an English proficiency test:
Any UC Alumni with a 3.0 undergraduate GPA and the following backgrounds are eligible for our fast track admission process:
Yes. Many of our students qualify for some type of financial aid.
Sources of aid:
Programs can be completed full-time or part-time. Many programs are set up to be part-time, with most containing fewer than 10 credit hours in any given semester. We know you have a lot going on, so want to make sure that school can fit into your schedule. Note: There are some exceptions.
Yes. Our online students are no different from our on-campus students in that way. You get a specific ID that you can use to navigate different systems at UC and for potential student discounts.
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