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A WGU IT Degree Includes Industry Certifications at no Extra Cost

These days, many IT jobs require at least a bachelor's degree, plus multiple certifications. The cost of certification exams can be overwhelming if you’re paying for them out of pocket. At WGU, we’re determined to make quality higher education more affordable for more students. That’s why we include relevant industry-recognized certifications in our IT degree programs—without adding additional exam fees.

Get an IT bachelor’s degree for as little as $3,725 per six-month term.
Certification prep and exams are incorporated into your coursework, to save time and money.
WGU’s IT degrees are designed to help working individuals fit higher education into their busy lives. That means no set log-in times or test dates, so you can work around your schedule.
Our competency-based program allows you to complete as many courses as you can master within a six-month term or one flat rate. The fewer terms you take to finish your coursework, the more money you’ll save.

Find Your Technology Degree at WGU

Cloud Computing – B.S.

Computer Science – B.S.

Cybersecurity and Information Assurance – B.S.

Data Analytics – B.S.

Information Technology – B.S.

Network Engineering and Security – B.S.

Software Engineering – B.S.

Accelerated Information Technology Bachelor's and Master's Degree

Health Information Management – B.S. (from the Leavitt School of Health)

Information Technology Management – B.S. Business Administration (from the School of Business)

User Experience Design – B.S. (from the School of Business)

Cybersecurity and Information Assurance – M.S.

Computer Science – M.S.

Software Engineering – M.S.

Data Analytics – M.S.

Information Technology Management – M.S.

MBA Information Technology Management (from the School of Business)

AI Skills Fundamentals

Data Analytics Skills

Data Engineering Professional

Front End Web Development

Full Stack Engineering

Java Developer

ServiceNow Application Developer

Accredited, Respected,
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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.

Information Technology Bachelor's Degrees

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Computer Science – B.S.

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Problem solvers and math lovers needed! Your task:...

Problem solvers and math lovers needed! Your task:

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Lay the groundwork for the computing breakthroughs that will enable tomorrow's technologies. Utilize your previous college courses or IT experience to help you complete your degree faster.

Time: 62% of graduates in similar programs finish within 25 months.
Tuition: $4,125 per 6-month term.
Courses: 37 total courses in this program.

You'll have the opportunity to earn these certifications:

Linux Essentials
Axelos ITIL Foundation

You can also accelerate your program and complete both a B.S. in Computer Science and an M.S. in Computer Science together, requiring less courses overall and saving you time and money. Learn more about this option.

Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:

Artifical Intelligence (AI)
Machine Learning
Logic
Architecture and systems
Data structures
Computer theory
Version Control
Linux

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Accelerated Computer Science Bachelor's and Master's Degree

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Earn both your bachelor’s and master's in computer science to enhance your...

Earn both your bachelor’s and master's in computer science to enhance your experience and skillset.

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Time: Approximately 5 years.
Tuition: $4,125 per 6-month term for the bachelor's degree; $4,385 per term for the master's portion.
Courses: 48 total courses in this program.

Certifications included in this program at no additional cost:

ITIL
Linux Essentials
WGU Back-End Developer
WGU AI Optimization Developer
WGU Java Developer

Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:

Computer system design
System development
Computer architecture
Data structures
Project management

This program allows students to earn their bachelor's degree in computer science and move directly into a master's degree in computer science, cutting down on the total number of courses to complete.

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Cybersecurity and Information Assurance – B.S.

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Protect your career and earning potential with this degree....

Protect your career and earning potential with this degree.

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Time: 60% of graduates finish within 29 months.
Tuition: $4,410 per 6-month term.
Courses: 34 total courses in this program.

Certifications included in this program at no extra cost include:

Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) - Associate of (ISC)2 designation
Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) - Associate of (ISC)2 designation
ITIL® Foundation Certification
CompTIA A+
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst Certification (CySA+)
CompTIA IT Operations Specialist
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Network Vulnerability Assessment Professional
CompTIA Network Security Professional
CompTIA PenTest+
CompTIA Project+
CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA Security Analytics Professional

Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:

Secure Systems Analysis & Design
Data Management
Web and Cloud Security
Hacking Countermeasures and Techniques
Digital Forensics and Incident Response

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Data Analytics – B.S.

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Lean into data, and walk away with a cutting-edge online degree:...

Lean into data, and walk away with a cutting-edge online degree:

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Time: 62% of graduates finish within 36 months.
Tuition and fees: $3,875 per 6-month term.
Courses: 39 total courses in this program.

Certifications in this program at no additional cost include:

AWS Cloud Practitioner
CompTIA Data+
CompTIA Project+
Udacity Nanodegree—a unique, highly recognized credential designed to prepare you for a career in data science
MSI Change Management (Optional Certification)
Certiprof Design Thinking Professional Certificate (Optional Certification)

Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:

Data management
Data wrangling
Statistical analysis
Visualization
Leadership and management
Model deployment & storytelling

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Network Engineering and Security – B.S.

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Launch your career in designing, securing, and optimizing complex networks....

Launch your career in designing, securing, and optimizing complex networks.

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Time: 61% of graduates finish similar programs within 36 months.
Tuition: $3,825 per 6-month term.
Courses: 34 or 37 courses in this program depending on focus area
Two focus areas: Students can choose between a Cisco or general program, allowing them to learn and gain experience in their chosen specialty.

Certifications:

CompTIA A+
CompTIA Project+
CompTIA Cloud+
ITIL®*^ Foundation Certification
LPI Linux Foundations

The Cisco program also includes:

Cisco CCNA
Cisco DevNet
Cisco CyberOps

The general program also includes:

CompTIA Security+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA IT Operations Specialist (Stacked)
CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (Stacked)
CompTIA Cloud Admin Professional (Stacked)
CompTIA Secure Cloud Professional (Stacked)

Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:

Network engineering
Network operations
Security management skills

This program will help you develop strong skills in network design, network operations, and security management.

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IT Management – B.S.

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IT managers are needed in nearly every organization:...

IT managers are needed in nearly every organization:

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Time: 61% of graduates finish within 19 months
Tuition: $3,830 per 6-month term
Courses: 40 total courses in this program

Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program include:

Team Leadership
Operations Management
Communication
Agile Project Management
Analytical Techniques
Information Technology

Key competencies of these online courses align with industry needs: management and leadership, networks and security, and information systems management.

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Software Engineering – B.S.

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You're a creative and tech genius who wants the bigger opportunities....

You're a creative and tech genius who wants the bigger opportunities.

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Time: 60% of graduates finish similar programs within 35 months.
Tuition: $4,125 per 6-month term.
Courses: 36 or 38 total courses in this program depending on your track.

Certifications included in this program at no additional cost are:

CompTIA Project +
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
ITIL®1 Foundation Certification

You can also accelerate your program and complete both a B.S. in Software Engineering and an M.S. in Software Engineering together, requiring less courses overall and saving you time and money. Learn more about this option.

Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:

Scripting and programming
Web development
Mobile application development
User experience design
Software quality assurance

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Accelerated Software Engineering Bachelor's and Master's Degree

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Earn both your bachelor’s and master's in software engineering to give...

Earn both your bachelor’s and master's in software engineering to give your résumé and skillset a boost.

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Time: Approximately 5 years.
Tuition: $4,125 per 6-month term for the bachelor's degree; $4,385 per term for the master's portion.
Courses: 38 total courses in this program.

Certifications included in this program at no additional cost:

ITIL, Project+
WGU Front End Developer
WGU Back End Developer,

Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:

Software design
Architecture
Project management
Testing
System integration

This program allows students to earn their bachelor's degree in software engineering and move directly into a master's degree in software engineering, cutting down on the total number of courses to complete.

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Cloud Computing – B.S.

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A three-track program designed to arm you with the certifications and...

A three-track program designed to arm you with the certifications and credentials you need for a career like systems administrator, computer systems analyst, cloud support specialist, AWS support administrator, and more.

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Time: 63% of graduates finish within 37 months.
Transfer: Your previous college coursework and existing certifications may waive course requirements, helping you finish even faster.
Tuition: $4,125 per 6-month term.
Courses: 37 total courses in this program.
3 Tracks: Choose between a multi-cloud, AWS, or Azure focused track to learn specific software specialties.

Certifications at no extra cost, including:

Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner
Amazon AWS SysOps Administration–Associate
Azure Fundamentals
Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure
LPI Linux Essentials
CompTIA A+
CompTIA Cloud+
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA Project+

Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:

Scripting and Automation
Managing Cloud Security
Development
Applications
Ongoing maintenance and security

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Information Technology – B.S.

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Award-winning coursework and value-add certifications make this online...

Award-winning coursework and value-add certifications make this online program a top choice.

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Time: 61% of graduates finish within 39 months.
Tuition: $3,760 per 6-month term.
Courses: 36 total courses in this program.

Certifications included in this program at no additional cost:

CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA Project+
CompTIA IT Operations Specialist
CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist
Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner
ITIL®*^ Foundation Certification
LPI Linux Essentials

Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:

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

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Accelerated Information Technology Bachelor's and Master's Degree

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Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in IT management at a faster...

Earn both your bachelor’s in IT and master’s in IT management at a faster pace with fewer courses.

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Time: Approximately 5 years.
Tuition: $3,875 per 6-month term for the bachelor's degree; $4,040 per term for the master's portion.
Courses: 42 total courses in this program.

Certifications included in this program at no additional cost:

CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA IT Operations Specialist
CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist
Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner
ITIL®*^ Foundation Certification
PMI CAPM
LPI Linux Essentials

Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:

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

This program allows students to earn their bachelor's degree in IT and move directly into a master's degree in IT management, cutting down on the total number of courses to complete.

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User Experience Design – B.S.

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An online UX Design program designed for students who want to become...

An online UX Design program designed for students who want to become business-savvy designers that can generate best-in-class, customer-centric products and services.

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Time: 60% of students finish similar programs in 19 months.
Tuition: $3,830 per 6-month term
Courses: 38 total courses in this program

Skills for your résumé you will learn in this program:

Wireframing and Prototyping
Artificial Intelligence
Accessible Design
Figma Design Software
UI/UX Research
User Testing
Adobe Express

This degree prepares you with relevant industry skills and experience that will help you move forward in your career.

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Health Information Management – B.S.

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A program designed for future leaders in HIM....

A program designed for future leaders in HIM.

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Time: 61% of grads earned this degree in 36 months or less.
Tuition: $4,210 per 6-month term.
Courses: 36 total courses in this program.

Skills for your résumé that you will learn in this program:

Medical Terminology
Healthcare System Applications
Health Information Law and Regulations
Healthcare Project Management
Data Analytics and Information Governance

This CAHIIM-accredited program makes you eligible for the RHIA exam.

Compare with B.S. Business – Healthcare Management

Earn Your Degree for about Half the Cost of Other Universities*

You pay tuition per six-month term, not per course or credit. So when you move faster through your courses, you also lower your total bill!

WGU students pay about half the tuition,* and end up with half the debt of the national average.**

Low, flat-rate tuition.
Graduate faster and with less debt.
Financial aid and scholarships available.
Online education with supportive faculty.
VA and military benefits accepted.
Great return on investment.
All course materials for a low, flat fee.

*WGU average annual bachelor’s tuition rates are 53% lower than the national average, compared to national rates reported by the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System in 2023. WGU average rate does not include rates for WGU Bachelor of Science, Nursing Prelicensure program.

**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).

Spend Less with Flat-Rate Tuition

Undergraduate
School of Technology undergraduate program tuition

$3,760 — $4,410

Graduate
School of Technology graduate program tuition

$4,040 — $4,700

Tuition rates effective September 1, 2024. Costs are per six-month term. Tuition covers unlimited courses per term.
All programs: $200 per term Resource Fee covers e-textbooks and learning resources.

Undergraduate
School of Technology undergraduate program tuition

$3,760 — $4,410

Graduate
School of Technology graduate program tuition

$4,040 — $4,700

Prepared for Success on the Job

_{*From a 2023 Harris Poll of 300 employers of WGU graduates.}

100% of employers said that WGU graduates were prepared for their jobs.*

97% of employers said that they would hire another WGU grad.*

98% of employers said WGU graduates met or exceeded expectations.*

A WGU Degree Pays for Itself Faster and Adds Little to No New Debt

By providing useful information and advice on responsible borrowing before enrollment, keeping tuition low while you’re enrolled, and providing programs that lead to better jobs after graduation, WGU packs a one-two-three punch designed to keep your debt low and your return on investment quick.

Average income increase from all degrees in annual salary vs. pre-enrollment salary. Source: 2023 Harris Poll Survey of 1,655 WGU graduates. Survey was sent to a representative sample of WGU graduates from all colleges. Respondents received at least one WGU degree since 2017.

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