Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

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Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

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Qualify for Top Tech Jobs with an Online BS in Information Technology

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Stay at the forefront of rapidly changing information technology environments with Excelsior University’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program.

Accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, this online program helps you develop expertise in fundamental concepts, skills, applications, and practices across a wide variety of information technology domains that include software and web development, computer systems, database management, data communication, information security, and project management.

Choose between two technical concentrations that prepare you for positions in high-demand job areas within the information technology industry, or pursue the general option and design a study plan that aligns with your career goals.

Concentrations:
Cybersecurity Technology, General, Network Operations

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PROGRAM DETAILS

Online BS in Information Technology

  • General Education33 Credits
  • Major Core48 Credits
  • University4 Credits
  • Electives20 Credits
  • Concentration15 Credits
  • Cybersecurity Technology
    • Explore information security principles, cyberthreats, incident response, forensic investigation, and secure network design to prepare for roles in cyber defense, risk management, and IT security operations.

  • General
    • Customize your studies with this general concentration—ideal for those seeking a broad education in information technology or looking to align their coursework with emerging trends and specific career goals.

  • Network Operations
    • Learn how to design, implement, and manage complex network systems, including both wired and wireless technologies, for career success in network administration, systems operations, and IT infrastructure management.

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  • Cybersecurity Technology
    • Explore information security principles, cyberthreats, incident response, forensic investigation, and secure network design to prepare for roles in cyber defense, risk management, and IT security operations.

  • General
    • Customize your studies with this general concentration—ideal for those seeking a broad education in information technology or looking to align their coursework with emerging trends and specific career goals.

  • Network Operations
    • Learn how to design, implement, and manage complex network systems, including both wired and wireless technologies, for career success in network administration, systems operations, and IT infrastructure management.

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    Finishing [my degree] has given me more confidence knowing I have a degree standing behind my experience.

    Alex Pejcic
    Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
    2011

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    Institutional Accreditation

    Excelsior University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) www.msche.org. Excelsior University’s accreditation status is accreditation reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 23, 2022 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.

    All of Excelsior University’s academic programs are registered (i.e., approved) by the New York State Education Department.

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    ABET Accreditation

    The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Information Technology Program Criteria.

    FAQ

    The flexible online format of Excelsior University’s BS in IT program is designed so working adults can balance their education with their personal and professional responsibilities. There are no experience requirements to enter the program, making it an ideal choice for students from other industries seeking to enter the field of information technology.

    In Excelsior University’s bachelor’s degree program in information technology, you will gain the broad knowledge and skills to design, implement, and manage computer-based systems and programs to solve organizational information technology challenges.

    A Bachelor of Science in Information Technology can lead to careers in diverse technical areas, like software development, network engineering, database administration, and cybersecurity. Common roles include software engineer, network engineer, IT project manager, and IT support specialist.

    The fundamental technical skills and principles combined with the leadership, communication, and critical thinking abilities you gain in Excelsior’s BS in IT program help you stay competitive and adaptable in the IT job market, even through rapid technological changes.

    The BS in IT program does not include any certifications, but Excelsior University offers a variety of IT certification training courses you can take to complement your degree and help you expand your career.