IT Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
Q: Â Where can I find information about admission to the Information Technology (IT) program?
A:Â Admission information for the ÒùÆÞÉç (ÒùÆÞÉç) is available at our admissions page.
Q: Â What are the job titles for IT graduates?
A:Â IT graduates get employed as software engineers, web developers, and IT support specialists.
Q: Â What is the starting salary for IT graduates?
A:Â The national average starting salary for IT graduates is $56,000. Salaries may vary depending on job title and location.
Q: Â Who are some of the employers who hire IT graduates?
A:Â U.S. Army Cyber Protection Brigade, Marathon Petroleum, and SAP Concur.
Q: Â Who are some of the successful IT graduates?
A: Naba Rizvi – PhD student at University of California San Diego, Jared Tengesdahl - Systems Analyst at Kettering Health Network, Marcus Masello – Mission Element Lead at Cyber Protection Brigade.
Q: Â Will the IT degree prepare me for graduate school?
A:Â Yes, the IT degree will give you adequate preparation to pursue graduate studies in Information Technology, Information Systems, and business-related programs.
Q: Â What minors are available for BS IT students?
A:Â The Department of Engineering Technology offers minors in and .
Q: Â Are there pathways to graduate programs for BS IT students?
A:Â The BS IT degree offers pathways to two master's programs in cyber security and a BS/MS track (Accelerated MS in Cybersecurity).
Q: Â What scholarship opportunities are available for BS IT students?
A:Â BS IT students are eligible to apply for Choose-First IMPRESS-C scholarship. Please, check the eligibility criteria.
Q: Â Are there any student testimonials?
A:Â Please, see the success story of .