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Bachelor of Science

Online Information Technology Degree

3rd Party Certifications Included in this Degree

OVERVIEW

An Information Technology Degree that Prepares You for a Dynamic IT Career


 

Earn your bachelor’s degree in information technology from WGU and increase your earning potential, job security, and opportunities for advancement. This degree provides a solid foundation in computer information systems and technology, and gives you the opportunity to earn multiple industry-recognized certifications.

Designed with input from industry experts, the B.S. Information Technology degree program at WGU provides a solid foundation for the most in-demand skills:

  • Scripting and programming
  • Networking and security
  • Systems and services
  • Data management
  • Business of IT

You can earn while you learn with this information technology degree—these top technology certifications, such as CompTIA and CIW, are built into the IT degree program and do not add time or additional costs—but do add to your résumé as soon as you've earned them, even before you complete your degree!

70% of graduates finish within 

48 Months*

WGU lets you move more quickly through material you already know and advance as soon as you're ready. The result: You may finish faster.

*WGU Internal Data

Tuition per six-month term is

$3,625

Tuition charged per term—rather than per credit—helps students control the ultimate cost of their business management degree. Finish faster, pay less!

Income growth after two years

$22,200*

Just 2 years after graduation, WGU students report earning $22,200* more per year. Four years after graduation, they report earning $29,200 more than before they enrolled.*

*Source: 2022 Harris Poll

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COURSES

Information Technology Courses

Program consists of 36 courses

At WGU, we design our curriculum to be timely, relevant, and practical—all to help you show that you know your stuff.

Our Bachelor of Science Information Technology degree program was designed, and is regularly updated, with input from the experts on our College of Information Technology Program Council, ensuring you learn best practices in systems and services, networking and security, scripting and programming, data management, and the business of IT.

The B.S. Information Technology degree program is an all-online program that you will complete by studying and working independently with instruction and support from WGU faculty. You will be expected to complete at least 12 competency units each 6-month term. (One course is typically 3 or 4 units.)

Earning a degree designed by industry experts adds theoretical depth to the practical knowledge you already have. Our programs are designed to meet you where you are—and then boost your knowledge and skills from there. The experts who make up our College of IT Program Council know exactly what it takes for a graduate to be successful in the fast-paced, ever-changing world of information technology.

Network and Security
Scripting and Programming
Information Technology Management
Spreadsheets
Leadership and Management Specialty
Business of IT
IT Fundamentals
Business Core
Web Development
Networks
Data Management
Operating Systems
Capstone
General Education

36 Courses

Program consists of 36 courses

At WGU, we design our curriculum to be timely, relevant, and practical—all to help you show that you know your stuff

Capstone Project

Special requirements for this program

At the end of your online IT degree program, you will complete a capstone project that represents the culmination of all your hard work—a project that allows you to turn what you’ve learned into real-world application, proposing a solution to an actual issue you face in your place of business.

"Information technology has two paths: You can go down the degree path, or you can go down the certification path. The way that WGU interweaves those together made the choice to enroll an absolute no-brainer."

—Bill Burns
B.S. Information Technology

WGU vs. Traditional Universities
Compare the Difference

Traditional Universities

 

AVG. cost
For 3RD PARTY IT CERTIFICATIONS

$350*

Included with your tuition cost

TUITION STRUCTURE

Per credit hour

Flat rate per 6-month term

SUPPORT

Schedule and wait days or even weeks to meet with one of many counselors

Simply email or call to connect with your designated Program Mentor who supports you from day one

EXAMS

Scheduled time

Whenever you feel ready

SCHEDULE

Professor led lectures at a certain time and place

Courses available anytime, from anywhere

TIME TO FINISH

Approximately 4 years, minimal acceleration options

As quickly as you can master the material, typically less than 3 years

TRANSFER CREDITS

Few accepted, based on certain schools and specific courses

A generous transfer policy that is based on your specific situation

*The cost of valuable industry certification exams can range from $150 to $400. At WGU, we offer vouchers for certification exams, so the cost is included in your tuition price. Students may have to pay additional fees for membership to complete the certification requirements.

Traditional Universities

 

AVG. cost
For 3RD PARTY IT CERTIFICATIONS

$350*

AVG. cost
For 3RD PARTY IT CERTIFICATIONS

Included with your tuition cost

TUITION STRUCTURE

Per credit hour

TUITION STRUCTURE

Flat rate per 6-month term

SUPPORT

Schedule and wait days or even weeks to meet with one of many counselors

SUPPORT

Simply email or call to connect with your designated Program Mentor who supports you from day one

EXAMS

Scheduled time

EXAMS

Whenever you feel ready

SCHEDULE

Professor led lectures at a certain time and place

SCHEDULE

Courses available anytime, from anywhere

TIME TO FINISH

Approximately 4 years, minimal acceleration options

TIME TO FINISH

As quickly as you can master the material, typically less than 3 years

TRANSFER CREDITS

Few accepted, based on certain schools and specific courses

TRANSFER CREDITS

A generous transfer policy that is based on your specific situation

*The cost of valuable industry certification exams can range from $150 to $400. At WGU, we offer vouchers for certification exams, so the cost is included in your tuition price. Students may have to pay additional fees for membership to complete the certification requirements.

Why WGU?

Earning Potential

According to a 2022 Harris Poll, just two years after graduation, WGU grads report earning $22,200 more per year, and that amount increases to $29,200 four years after graduation.

On Your Schedule

No class times, no assignment deadlines. You are in charge of your learning and schedule. You can move through your courses as quickly as you master the material, meaning you can graduate faster.
 

Entirely Online

The IT bachelor's degree at WGU is 100% online, which means it works wherever you are. You can do your coursework at night after working at your full-time job, on weekends, while you're traveling the world or on vacation—it's entirely up to you.

Accredited, Respected,
Recognized™

One important measure of a degree’s value is the reputation of the university where it was earned. When employers, industry leaders, and academic experts hold your alma mater in high esteem, you reap the benefits of that respect. WGU is a pioneer in reinventing higher education for the 21st century, and our quality has been recognized. 

 

IT CERTIFICATIONS

3rd Party IT Certifications Included


 

Industry certifications in this degree program include a variety of CompTIA certifications, Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner, LPI Linux Essentials, and more.

The cost of these certifications is included in your tuition, helping you save money as you enhance your skills. Earning certifications on the path to your degree gives you the knowledge, skills, and credentials that will immediately boost your résumé—even before you complete your degree program.

  • A+ 
  • Network+ 
  • Security+ 
  • Project+ 
  • IT Operations Specialist
  • Secure Infrastructure Specialist 
  • Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner
Axelos
  • ITIL®*^ Foundation Certification

*Subject to vendor availability.
^ITIL® is a registered trade mark of AXELOS Limited, used under permission of AXELOS Limited. All rights reserved.

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  • LPI Linux Essentials

COST & TIME

An Affordable Online IT Degree

By charging per six-month term rather than per credit—and empowering students to accelerate through material they know well or learn quickly—WGU helps students control the ultimate cost of their degrees. The faster you complete your program, the less you pay for your degree.

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A College Degree Within Reach

There is help available to make paying for school possible for you:

The average student loan debt of WGU graduates in 2022 (among those who borrowed) was less than half* the national average.

Most WGU students qualify for financial aid, and WGU is approved for federal financial aid and U.S. veterans benefits. 

Many scholarship opportunities are available. Find out what you might be eligible for.

*WGU undergraduate students have approximately half the debt at graduation compared to the national average, according to the Institute for College Access and Success (2022).

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE

A Different Way to Learn: Degree Programs Designed to Fit Your Life—and All the Demands on Your Time

Professional responsibilities. Family obligations. Personal commitments. At WGU, we understand schedules are tight and often unpredictable for adult students. That’s why we offer a flexible, personalized approach to how education should be. No rigid class schedules. Just a solid, career-focused teaching program that meshes with your current lifestyle. You'll be challenged. You'll work hard. But if you commit yourself and put in the hours needed, WGU makes it possible for you to earn a highly respected degree as a busy working adult.

"WGU gives students the ability to really assemble the complete package, from the subject matter to the specific skills to the certification that gives employers confidence when they're making a hiring decision.”

—Brad Smith
President and Chief Legal Officer, Microsoft

CAREER OUTLOOK

Become a Technology Expert and Linchpin for Your Team and Organization

Information drives our economy, so technology experts are needed in every industry and every company. An information technology degree from WGU is key in helping you gain the critical skills and experience you need to thrive in the information sector. Increase your earning potential, boost your résumé with valuable credentials, and find a career you love with the help of an information technology degree.

Every industry from sports to entertainment needs quality IT professionals. When you have completed WGU’s online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree program, you will find yourself in demand because of the skills, knowledge, and certifications you’ve gained. In fact, you will find that you have all the tools necessary for a successful IT career from fields like computer programming to IT management.

Return on Your Investment

On average, WGU graduates see an increase in income post-graduation

Average income increase from all degrees in annual salary vs. pre-enrollment salary. Source: 2022 Harris Poll Survey of 1,542 WGU graduates.

Survey was sent to a representative sample of WGU graduates from all colleges. Respondents received at least one WGU degree since 2017.

15%

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects job growth of 15% for all computer occupations from 2021 to 2031.

—U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

A Bachelor's in Information Technology Opens the Door to Continued Success in your Career

Our 2,500-plus B.S. IT alumni have great jobs and satisfying careers:

Job Titles

  • Application developer
  • Business systems analyst
  • IT manager
  • Database administrator

Diverse Industries

  • Businesses and corporations
  • Healthcare
  • Colleges and universities
  • Government and military
  • Nonprofit organizations

Major Employers

  • AT&T
  • Dell
  • U.S. Department of Defense
  • Microsoft
  • HCA Healthcare

WGU Grads Hold Positions With Top Employers

ADMISSIONS

Information Technology Admissions Requirements

To be considered for enrollment into this program, you must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent AND demonstrate program readiness through one of the following:

  • Option 1: Submit transcripts documenting completion of college-level coursework with a minimum of 2.75 GPA or higher. 
  • Option 2: Possess a bachelors or associate degree (A.A, A.S. or A.A.S. acceptable) from an accredited post-secondary institution.
  • Option 3: Submit official record of completion of a transferable IT certification, some of which may provide transfer credit  into various programs.
  • Option 4: Submit high school transcripts with a minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Option 5: Submit transcripts documenting completion of previous IT coursework. IT coursework must be 300 level or higher.

NOTE: You do not need to take the ACT or SAT to be admitted to this program. Learn why we don't require these tests.

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Transfer Credits

Get Added Support and Flexibility as You Start Your Degree 
Take a course or two at your pace before committing to a full degree program. Strengthen your study habits, gain essential learning skills and, best of all, each completed course counts toward your degree requirements. 

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FAQs about IT Bachelor's Degree

You should speak with an Enrollment Counselor. WGU can often provide advice or resources to help a prospective student fulfill enrollment prerequisites.

When you enroll in a WGU degree program, our goal is to see you through to graduation. Admission requirements are designed to increase your likelihood of success. Years of data and experience with the nontraditional students WGU serves have shown us how various types of academic and professional experience can be highly important in helping a student persist to graduation. Industry certifications are one of many ways a student can meet eligibility.

WGU has an obligation to our graduates—and their current and future employers—to ensure WGU alumni have mastered the most up-to-date, current competencies and skills needed in the workplace. Recency of certifications helps us ensure that students have demonstrated competency in skills as they are needed in today's working world.

As a full-time student, you will be required to maintain a minimum pace of 12 competency units (CUs) per term for undergraduate programs or 8 CUs per term for graduate programs. However, there is no maximum speed—once you complete a course, you move immediately to the next, and you complete a course not by waiting for the syllabus, the professor, or the rest of the class. You progress by learning the material and proving it—so you can move through your coursework at the speed of your own learning and experience.

Instructors are highly educated, experienced experts in the subject matter of a course. Unlike in a traditional university where going to class means listening to an instructor lecture while you take notes and try to learn in a group setting, WGU's Instructors provide one-on-one instruction and support when you need it—tailoring the instruction to your precise needs when you need it. Instructors also provide additional resources, lead topical discussions in online communities, and find countless other ways to bring a specific course to life for students.

In a high-quality information technology bachelor's degree program students should learn many things including:

  • Network and security foundations and applications
  • IT foundations
  • Cloud foundations
  • Linux foundations
  • Data management
  • Information systems management
  • Scripting and programming
  • Web development
  • UX/UI

A bachelor's degree in information technology gives students important foundations and skills in programming, scripting, networks, and other technologies. This bachelor's degree program will prepare students for a career in application development, data management, information systems, database administration, and more. 

An IT degree prepares students for many careers including:

  • Application Developer
  • IT Manager
  • Business Systems Analyst
  • Database Administrator
  • Web Developer
  • Software Programmer

If you're looking for a more broad degree, a program in information technology can be the perfect fit. This kind of degree program will help you learn about many different areas of IT, instead of specializing in one certain element. 

The amount of time your online IT degree will take depends on where you choose to attend school. For example, at WGU most students earn their online IT degree in 30 months or less, while traditional programs take at least 48 months. 

The first step to earning a BS in IT is to find an accredited degree program. Find one that gives options for relevant coursework, is affordable, and offers industry certifications as well. WGU has a great program for students looking to earn an IT degree. The next step is to simply apply to the school, and get going on your program! 

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