Information systems are the main engine of business organizations across a great variety of sectors. The field focuses on the practical applications of technology that support virtually all organizations. This program teaches students how to analyze and solve complicated problems, think logically, and be prepared for highly demanded positions in all industries.
Careers in Information Systems include Application and Data Analysis and Development, Database Administration, Information Systems Management, System Analysis and Development, IT Consultancy and Technical Support, Web Content Management, and more. No matter which career path they choose to follow, graduates will be prepared to enter the workforce and work in any industry.
SALARY / POTENTIAL EARNINGS
The average starting salary for computer and information sciences is $72,677*. The median pay for computer science majors is 103,560 per year and 10 years projection growth is 24% which is higher than the average. **
* NACE: First Destinations for The College Class of 2017 survey
** U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The B.S. Program in Information Systems is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.
The mission of the Information Systems program is to produce graduates who demonstrate technical proficiency and those essential business skills necessary to successfully perform in various information technology environments.
The Information Systems program will produce leaders who, within three to five years of graduation, will
Graduates of the information systems program will have ability to:
Information Systems Program Data
Academic Year Annual Student Enrollment Graduation Data
2021-2022 9 3
2020-2021 12 2
2019 -2020 18 1
2018-2019 17 11
2017-2018 16 3
Information Systems Prerequisite Flowchart
This degree program requires a minimum of 122 semester hours for completion.
Foundational Major Courses
Advanced Major Courses
Mathematics/Statistics and Science Courses
Business Courses
Academic Degree Plans for: Bachelor of Science in Information Systems
The focus of the Computer Science program is not only to teach students techniques and tools required in the industry, but also how to think logically and to be able to analyze and solve complicated problems. Students are taught the core principles of computer science, software systems, analytical problem-solving, leadership, and ethical decision-making.
Once this foundation is instilled and skills are perfected, the career choices in the field are virtually endless: Software Developers, Architects and Engineers, Web and System Developers, Programmer and Business Analysts, System Administrators, Application Support and Computer Systems Analysts, Information Technology Specialist, and many more. Upon graduation, our students are prepared for the competitive workforce.
Salary / Potential Earnings
The average starting salary for computer and information sciences is $71,411*. The median pay for computer science major is 103,560 per year and 10 years projection growth is 24% which is higher than the average. **
* NACE: First Destinations for The College Class of 2018 survey
** U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The B.S. Program in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.
The mission of the Computer Science program is to produce professionally knowledgeable and well-rounded graduates who are prepared to meet the ethical and social obligations in the field of information technology.
The Computer Science program will produce leaders who, within three to five years of graduation, will
Graduates of the computer science program will have ability to:
Computer Science Program Data
Academic Year Annual Student Enrollment Graduation Data
2021-2022 40 5
2020-2021 23 3
2019-2020 22 5
2018-2019 42 6
2017-2018 39 5
Computer Science Prerequisite Flowchart
This degree program requires a minimum of 122 semester hours for completion.
Foundational Major Courses
Advanced Major Courses
Mathematics/Statistics and Science Courses
Mathematics
Laboratory Sciences
or
Academic Degree Plans for: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
The Cybersecurity program educates students with the technical proficiency and analytical problem-solving techniques that protect organizational critical systems and infrastructure. Information is the biggest commodity in business today and corporations must protect theirs at all costs.
Graduates will be prepared to combat the threats that accompany technological advances, and the dangers that come with it, by learning critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to stay ahead. This degree prepares students for careers as Security Consultants, Engineers, Architects and Analysts, Incident Responders, Computer Forensic Experts, Security Software Developers and Auditors, and Chief Information Security Officers. The Cybersecurity field is rapidly growing and students holding this degree can ensure a bright, secure future.
Salary / Potential Earnings
The average starting salary for computer and information sciences is $72,677*. The median pay for Cybersecurity major (Information Security Analysts) is 98,350 year and 10 years projection growth is 32% which is higher than the average. **
* NACE: First Destinations for The College Class of 2017 survey
** U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The mission of the Cybersecurity program is to produce graduates who demonstrate technical proficiency and those essential cybersecurity skills necessary to successfully develop and transition new technologies, tools, and threat mechanisms to protect organizational critical systems and infrastructure.
The Cybersecurity program will produce leaders who, within three to five years of graduation, will:
Graduates of the cybersecurity program will have ability to:
Cybersecurity Program Data
Academic Year Annual Student Enrollment Graduation Data
2021-2022 25 9
2020-2021 27 9
2019-2020 35 3
2018-2019 21 2
2017-2018 21 2
Cybersecurity Prerequisite Flowchart
This degree program requires a minimum of 122 semester hours for completion.
Fundamental Major Courses
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Advanced Major Courses
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Quantitative Methods and Statistics Courses
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Academic Degree Plans for: Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
