Information Technology

Master's Degree  | Russellville Campus | In-Person or Online

The Master of Science (MS) in Information Technology (IT) program is designed to provide students with a limited background in IT with the skills and knowledge to be successful in an IT career field. Students learn how to administer and support the computing infrastructure of an organization. The curriculum consists of an integrated set of courses in networking, web development and administration, database development and administration and systems administration.

HANDS-ON LEARNING opportunities

  • Learn the basics of computer hardware
  • Build modern pcs in a lab environment
  • Create a network patch cable
  • Setup and administer network servers

SKILLS YOU WILL LEARN

  • Build up on previous IT knowledge
  • Learn to work effectively in groups
  • Critical thinking skills in advanced IT topics

About This Degree

TUITION

Students living in states bordering Arkansas receive in-state tuition.

Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. The Arkansas Tech University school code to use on the FAFSA is 001089.

Payment Options:

  • Financial Aid
  • Payment Plan
  • Graduate Assistantships

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CAREER OPTIONS

You could work as a(n):

  • Network administrator
  • Database administrator
  • Website developer
  • Programmer

Alumni of our program work at:

  • Walmart corporate offices
  • Acxiom
  • ArcBest
  • J.B. Hunt

ACADEMIC INFORMATION

View the links below to better understand the courses, the course timeline, and who your faculty will be when you enroll as an ATU student.

Credentials that stack with this degree:

  • Students can pursue a PhD in IT or a related field.

Point of Pride

Graduates of this master's program have gone on to work for several prestigious companies including Microsoft and the University of Wisconsin.

 

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