College of Business & Information Technology # Online bachelor's in information technology degrees [Apply now](/application/quick-app/personal-info) ## Take your next step with an IT degree Prepare for a rewarding role in growing fields like computer science, cybersecurity and data science with our online Bachelor of Information Technology degrees. Our curriculum equips you with the in-demand knowledge and skills to apply information technology theory and principles to address real-world challenges. Depending on which online program you choose, you’ll learn how to produce project-based computing solutions, spot potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities, drive decision-making with data or design network infrastructures. _The best part?_Our courses are 100% online and only 5 weeks long. That means you’ll have the flexibility to attend class whenever it fits your life. It’s a smart, convenient way to balance family, work and school. ## Let's get started [Request Info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply Now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ## Find the technology bachelor's degree for you ## EC-Council award-winning programs Our programs were recognized by EC-Council from 2019 to 2025 for contributions to education in secure computing, network defense, ethical hacking and CISO-level leadership. ### Academia Partner of the Year [Learn more about our 2025 award](https://www.phoenix.edu/press-release/ec-council-award.html) ### Academia Partner of the Year [Learn more about our 2024 award](https://www.phoenix.edu/press-release/2024-academic-partner-of-the-year-award.html) ### Academia Circle of Excellence [Learn more about our 2023 award](https://www.phoenix.edu/press-release/university-of-phoenix-recognized-with-2023-academia-circle-of-excellence-award.html) 12 The number of times a year you can start your degree based on your schedule. 120 > credits The number of credits required to complete a Bachelor of Information Technology degree with UOPX. 4 > years The program length for a Bachelor of Information Technology degree with UOPX. [See start dates](/admissions/class-start-dates.html) ## Skills you’ll learn with a Bachelor of Information Technology degree --- ### BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE - Complex problem solving - Integration - Leadership - Software engineering [See the B.S. in Computer Science](/online-information-technology-degrees/computer-science-bachelors-degree.html) --- ### BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CYBERSECURITY - Security policies - Vulnerability - Network security - Information systems security - Cybersecurity [See the B.S. in Cybersecurity](/online-information-technology-degrees/cybersecurity-bachelors-degree.html) --- ### BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN DATA SCIENCE - Data analytics - Data management - Data visualization - Business intelligence [See the B.S. in Data Science](/online-information-technology-degrees/data-science-bachelors-degree.html) --- ### BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - Business process - Cybersecurity - Information systems - Operations - Systems analysis [See the B.S. in Information Technology](/online-information-technology-degrees/information-technology-bachelors-degree.html) --- ### BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (DIRECT ASSESSMENT) - Business process - Cybersecurity - Information systems - Operations - Systems analysis [See the B.S. in Information Technology (Direct Assessment)](/online-information-technology-degrees/information-technology-competency-based-bachelors-degree.html) ## Earn career-relevant skills in weeks – not years Get value from your education before you even graduate. Update your resumé and LinkedIn profile with learned skills when you complete every 5- or 6-week course in our associate, bachelor's and master's programs. [Learn more](/online-degrees/skills-aligned-learning.html) ## Job outlook for Bachelor of Information Technology degree graduates ### Bachelor of Science in Computer Science BLS CATEGORY: Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers JOB GROWTH:**15%** [Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/software-developers.htm)job growth for software developers, quality assurance analysts and testers is projected to be **much faster than average** between ((edu.BLSyears)). JOB TITLES: - Application Developer - Computer Consultant - Information Technology Analyst (IT Analyst) - [Software Developer](/career-guides/information-technology/software-developer.html) - Technical Consultant [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ### Bachelor of Science in Information Technology BLS CATEGORY: Computer and Information Systems Managers JOB GROWTH:**15%** [Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/computer-and-information-systems-managers.htm)job growth for computer and information systems managers is projected to be **much faster than average** between ((edu.BLSyears)). JOB TITLES: - Information Technology Director - Information Systems Director - Information Systems Supervisor - Information Systems Manager - Information Technology Manager [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ### Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity​ Degree BLS CATEGORY: Information Security Analysts JOB GROWTH: 29**%** [Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm)job growth for information security analysts is projected to be **much faster than average** between ((edu.BLSyears)). JOB TITLES: - IT Systems Security Analyst - Information Security Specialist - IT Specialist - Systems Analyst - Information Systems Supervisor [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ### Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Direct Assessment) BLS CATEGORY: Computer and Information Systems Managers JOB GROWTH:**15%** [Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/computer-and-information-systems-managers.htm)job growth for computer and information systems managers is projected to be **much faster than average** between ((edu.BLSyears)). JOB TITLES: - Information Technology Director - Information Systems Director - Information Systems Supervisor - Information Systems Manager - Information Technology Manager [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ### Bachelor of Science in Data Science BLS CATEGORY: Computer and Information Systems Managers JOB GROWTH:**15%** [Bureau of Labor Statistics](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/computer-and-information-systems-managers.htm)job growth for computer and information systems managers is projected to be **much faster than average** between ((edu.BLSyears)). JOB TITLES: - Information Systems (IS) Manager - Data Analyst - Business Intelligence Analyst - Database Architect - Research Scientist [Request info](https://www.phoenix.edu/request/request-information)[Apply now](https://www.phoenix.edu/application/quick-app/personal-info) ## Bachelor of Information Technology course requirements --- ### Bachelor of Science in Computer Science You’ll take**18**core courses with program-specific knowledge to help you gain the confidence and skills to pursue in-demand roles in computer science. These: web design fundamentals, data programming languages, computer organization and architecture, ethics, fundamentals of networking, operating systems, software engineering and artificial intelligence. [See all courses](/online-information-technology-degrees/computer-science-bachelors-degree.html#courses) --- ### Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity You’ll take**12**core courses with program-specific knowledge to help you gain the confidence and skills to pursue in-demand roles in cybersecurity. These: cyber domain, foundations of security, computer network defense, Linux fundamentals, ethical hacking, web and cloud computing, information systems governance, strategic planning and finance. [See all courses](/online-information-technology-degrees/cybersecurity-bachelors-degree.html#courses) --- ### Bachelor of Science in Data Science  You’ll take**19**core courses with program-specific knowledge to help you gain the confidence and skills to pursue in-demand roles in data science. These data analytics, data programming languages, advanced spreadsheet applications, database fundamentals, database administration, analyzing and mining data, data communication and visualization for business.   [See all courses](/online-information-technology-degrees/data-science-bachelors-degree.html#courses) --- ### Bachelor of Science in Information Technology  You’ll take**17**core courses with program-specific knowledge to help you gain the confidence and skills to pursue in-demand roles in information technology. These: information systems fundamentals, foundations of security, infrastructure administration, data programming languages, data structures for problem solving and software engineering. [See all courses](/online-information-technology-degrees/information-technology-bachelors-degree.html#courses) --- ### Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Direct Assessment) You’ll take**17**core courses with program-specific knowledge to help you gain the confidence and skills to pursue in-demand roles in information technology. These: information systems fundamentals, foundations of security, infrastructure administration, data programming languages, data structures for problem solving and software engineering. [See all courses](/online-information-technology-degrees/information-technology-competency-based-bachelors-degree.html#courses) --- ## Tuition and financial aid ### Affordable, locked-in tuition [Learn about tuition](/tuition-financial-aid.html) ### Ways to pay — and save. Explore your options. From grants and scholarships to transfer credits and federal financial aid, there are a variety of ways to pay for school and save on tuition. > Financial Aid Federal Financial Aid is money from the U.S. Department of Education to help you pay for your college tuition and expenses. [More about financial aid](/tuition-financial-aid/federal-financial-aid.html) > Transfer credits See if you qualify to use veterans’ education benefits or tuition assistance to help pay for school. [More about transfer credits](/tuition-financial-aid/transfer-credits.html) > Military or Veteran Benefits See if you qualify to use veterans’ education benefits or tuition assistance to help pay for school. [More about military benefits](/military.html) > Scholarships Starting with your first course, every new qualifying student will be awarded one of our scholarships. [More about scholarships](/tuition-financial-aid/scholarships.html) > Employer Tuition Discounts Check if your employer provides tuition assistance, benefits, or reimbursement programs toward your degree. [More about employer tuition benefits](/tuition-financial-aid/employer-tuition-benefits.html) > Credit for Prior Learning Explore over 200 savings opportunities to earn college credit for skills you’ve gained through work and life experiences. [More about credit for experience](/tuition-financial-aid/prior-learning-assessment.html) --- ## Student experience Over 1 million alumni have earned their degrees while balancing work, school and life.**So can you. ** > Manage Time with Flexible Courses [More about time management](/life-as-a-phoenix/time-management.html) > Use Robust Student Resources [More about student resources](/student-resources.html) > Learn Online [More about classes](/student-resources/going-to-class.html) ## How to apply for your Bachelor of Information Technology degree Once you’ve selected your degree program, choose your start date from our calendar, apply for free and register before the deadline (usually one week before the program starts). Then you'll speak to an enrollment representative to begin class. - No application fee - No SAT, GMAT or essay required - Our[risk-free trial](/cmp/risk-free.html)lets eligible students try out University of Phoenix for three weeks with no financial obligation [See admissions requirements](/admissions.html)[Explore start dates](/admissions/class-start-dates.html) ## Meet your college deans Our college deans focus on developing a career-relevant curriculum. They bring industry experience to the classroom and lead a faculty of academic professionals with one goal in mind—to help you earn the skills you need to pursue your career. ### Kathryn Uhles, MSP, MIS Dean, College of Business and Information Technology [Learn more](/about/academic-leadership/dean-kathryn-uhles.html) ### J.L. Graff, EdD, MBA Associate Dean, College of Business and Information Technology [Learn more](/about/academic-leadership/associate-dean-jl-graff.html) --- ## Bachelor of Information Technology degree FAQs Expand AllCollapse All ### How long does it take to obtain a bachelor’s degree? The published program length to complete a bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, data science or information technology is four years. Your time to completion could differ based on various factors, including any breaks from your coursework. You may be able to save time and money on your online program if you have eligible transfer credits from an accredited institution.[See how you might be able to graduate faster with transfer credits](https://www.phoenix.edu/admissions/transfer_information.html).   ### What’s the benefit to earning a tech-focused bachelor’s degree? A degree in computer science, cybersecurity, data science or information technology may be beneficial if you’re exploring career paths in the growing field of tech. Our online degree programs can help you gain the knowledge and critical skills necessary to stay competitive in tech. Additionally, some of the coursework for our tech-focused bachelor’s degree programs is aligned to industry recognized tech certifications. ### Can you get a good information technology degree online? Yes, University of Phoenix is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. ### Can I transfer credit for an online IT degree? Yes, our bachelor’s degrees in computer science, cybersecurity, data science and information technology accept eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Speak with an enrollment representative to start the process of evaluation by the University to see if your prior college credits can apply to your program and to request your transcripts. ### What can I pursue after I obtain a Bachelor of Information Technology? Depending on whether you choose a bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity, data science or information technology, you’ll prepare for a range of occupations that may include an application developer, software developer, IT specialist, systems analyst, data analyst, database architect and IT manager. Other career paths in the computer science and tech industry may require a master’s degree or specialized education. 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