Online IT Degree
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
With our Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT), you’ll develop career-relevant skills in operating systems, cybersecurity, programming and more. Learn how to apply information technology theories and practices to real-world business challenges. Whether you’re exploring the field or have prior IT skills, you’ll gain fundamental and advanced knowledge to prepare for your next step, sooner.
Transfer eligible credits and potentially earn even more credits if you have IT industry certifications and work experience. Then, customize your program with elective tracks and certificates to possibly earn multiple academic credentials when you graduate. Browse certificate specialization areas.
- Built to be very transfer-friendly and customizable.
- Earn up to three academic credentials when you graduate.
- Courses prepare students to take industry certification exams for EC-Council and CompTIA.
- Learn about cloud technologies, cybersecurity, programming, networking and more.
- Gain career-relevant skills to enter the IT field or increase current knowledge.
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Courses
Browse courses for your bachelor's in IT
Education should hold practical value. That’s why our information technology degree is built with input from industry leaders. Our courses cover relevant and timely topics such as cybersecurity, evolving cloud infrastructures, programming languages, software tools for project management and more. These courses help prepare you for diverse careers in IT.
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Online IT degree requirements
You’ll need 120 credits to complete the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree. Your course schedule may vary based on transferable credits or credits earned through the University’s Prior Learning Assessment.
Our engaging and interactive online information technology courses enable you to learn, practice and apply career-relevant skills to real-world scenarios. Experience simulated hands-on labs and test environments to put what you learn into action. Plus, take advantage of a myriad of learning resources.
Here’s where you’ll pick up the bulk of your program-specific knowledge. You’ll learn about the key principles of systems analysis and design, industry best practices for network and cloud infrastructures, and cybersecurity solutions that will help you prepare for job opportunities in the dynamic IT industry.
Here’s where you’ll explore a variety of topics that may interest you. You can use electives to earn a certificate and specialize in advanced software development, advanced cybersecurity, cloud computing, cyber network defense, information assurance and security or scripted and compiled programming languages.
Here’s where you’ll study different disciplines to lay the foundation for your online IT degree. You’ll learn soft skills like decision making, problem solving, troubleshooting and more. These courses emphasize content all students should learn while covering fundamental knowledge that’ll be useful throughout your tech degree.
Schedule
Both the on-campus and online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree program feature the same courses, and your academic counselor will help you schedule them.
If you’re located in Phoenix, this information technology degree may be offered as a blended program. This means you’ll start at the Phoenix campus to complete your general education courses, and then transition to online learning for your core program courses.
Our blended option offers you more flexibility in how you attend class for your BSIT program. You can choose to attend class on campus when desired. This gives you the opportunity to connect locally and gain foundational learning skills prior to attending class online for your core coursework.
Specialize your online IT degree
Tailor your bachelor’s program to your career aspirations by adding a certificate – or two – onto your tech degree. Graduating with a certificate can provide you an opportunity to specialize in a specific area to further build out your core information technology acumen. Work with an enrollment advisor to add a certificate to your online IT degree as part of your electives. Your IT certificate options include:
Become well versed in programming, software engineering and software architecture with an Advanced Software Developer Certificate. You’ll develop career-relevant skills to help prepare you for roles such as a software or application developer.
Passionate about preventing data breaches and cyberattacks? If so, our online Advanced Cybersecurity Certificate may be a good value add for your online IT degree. Develop a broad range of cybersecurity knowledge and prepare for IT security roles.
Learn how to build and manage cloud services for businesses with our Certificate in Cloud Computing. You’ll learn about cloud operations, technologies and terminologies, which will help you prepare for network developer and technician jobs.
Be proactive with network security and pair a Cyber and Network Defense Certificate with your bachelor’s in IT degree. You’ll learn how to spot weaknesses before hackers and prepare to take the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) exam.
Develop career-relevant skills in information assurance, network security, asset protection and risk mitigation with an undergraduate Information Assurance and Security Certificate. You’ll gain interactive, hands-on experience for IT careers.
Create the applications companies need for data analysis, cybersecurity and information technology purposes. Pair our Certificate in Scripted and Compiled Programming Languages with your online IT degree and gain a solid foundation in Python and Java.
Earn career-relevant skills in weeks – not years.
Learning shouldn’t take years to put into practice. That’s why we’re empowering you to build career-relevant skills with every five- to six-week course.
We’ve worked with the labor market researcher Lightcast to identify in-demand skills for occupations and mapped those to our related associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.
Prepare to take industry-aligned certification exams
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology prepares you to sit for industry certification exams for Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and International Council of E-Commerce Consultants (EC Council). These exams include:
Demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a specific area that’s aligned to current IT industry needs, and potentially earn an industry recognized credential when you graduate or shortly thereafter. These additional credentials may help you enter the field or prepare for next level roles in IT.
Discounts on exam vouchers and prep materials may be available. Learn more about our tech-aligned learning.
Tuition
Paying for school
Tuition is based on number of credit hours per course. Courses are typically 3 credits, but can range from 1-6 credits. Costs do not include savings opportunities like transfer credits and scholarships.
Undergrad cost per course
$1,364 / course
What affects the overall cost of my program?
Your full program cost can vary by:
- Savings opportunities. Your cost could be reduced with eligible transfer credits, scholarships, employer discounts and more. Students with eligible credits and relevant experience on average saved $11K and 1 year off their undergraduate degree at University of Phoenix.
With our Tuition Guarantee, you pay one flat, affordable rate from the moment you enroll to the day you graduate from your program.
Discover ways to save time and money on your degree with our Savings Explorer® tool:
Graduate faster with our 3+1 transfer pathway
Transfer up to 3 years (87 credits) of general course requirements from a participating community college hassle free and complete your Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree in a little over 1 year at University of Phoenix. Plus, save $144 on every 3-credit course.
Other ways to save on time and tuition
Because we believe everyone deserves an affordable education, we work hard to help our students achieve one. Here’s a few ways you can save time, save money and avoid starting from scratch.
Transfer credits
Your prior eligible college credits can lower your cost and help you graduate sooner. As a transfer-friendly university, we accept eligible credits from 5,000+ accredited institutions.
Employer tuition benefits
Are you employed? Check to see if your employer has an alliance agreement with us for education benefits. This can help you save money while gaining skills that could apply to your job.
Credit for life experience
We look at all your relevant experience, from parenting to past jobs, to help you get the college credits you deserve. For every 3 credits earned, shave 5 weeks off your degree.
Alumni savings
Are you a Phoenix alum? If so, you’re eligible for special tuition rates and can save up to $2,880 on a bachelor’s degree. You can also save with an alumni scholarship.
Military savings
If you’re an active-duty service member in the U.S. Armed Forces or an eligible spouse or dependent, you may be eligible for a lower, military tuition rate and can save on tuition.
National testing providers
Do you have expertise in a specific subject? Earn college credit based on your performance on national, standardized tests to save time and money on tuition.
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How to pay for college
Paying for school can be intimidating, but we’re here to help you make sense of it. Our finance advisors can walk you through your options like federal financial aid and savings opportunities to minimize your debt. Plus, we can help you figure out your financial plan.
Careers & Outcomes
What can you do with a bachelor's in IT?
Your online IT degree teaches career-relevant skills that will help you learn what it takes to become a practitioner in your profession. You’ll learn how to apply these skills to real-world scenarios in the workplace, which will help you prepare for diverse employment opportunities in the dynamic and evolving IT industry.
When you earn your Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree online, you’ll be equipped with a concrete set of skills you can apply on the job. You’ll learn how to:
- Apply key principles of systems analysis and design to selected business processes within the organization in order to implement effective information systems.
- Design selected network and cloud infrastructures that will comply with key requirements of accepted industry best practices to improve organizational network operation.
- Design and develop key database models aligning with business requirements for storage, retrieval and use of data.
- Implement cybersecurity solutions that comply with global governance best practices.
- Demonstrate an ability to evaluate, design, and implement application programs to meet business processes.
Top skills learned in this program:
Business Process
Cybersecurity
Information Systems
Operations
Systems Analysis
A BSIT can help prepare you to be an:
- Information Technology Director
- Information Systems Director
- Information Systems Supervisor
- Information Systems Manager
- Information Technology Manager
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Information Systems Analyst
17% growth
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth for computer and information systems managers is projected to be much faster than average between 2023 and 2033.
The BLS Projected Growth for 2023-2033 is published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. This data reflects the BLS’ projections of national (not local) conditions. These data points are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates.
Information technology industry spotlight
Information technology is a vast sector spanning computers, networks, information systems, databases, cloud technologies, programming languages, data storage, data security and more. Throughout the country, there’s a rapidly growing market for computer and information systems managers.
48,000+
The number of computer and information systems manager openings projected each year, on average, over the decade.
$127,180—$207,850[1]
The 25th to 75th percentile wage range estimate for computer and information systems managers in May 2022.
[1] The salary ranges are not specific to students or graduates of University of Phoenix. Actual outcomes vary based on multiple factors, including prior work experience, geographic location, and other factors specific to the individual. University of Phoenix does not guarantee employment, salary level or career advancement. BLS data is not geographically based
Admissions
Apply for free – no application fee, no obligation.
Starting your online IT degree is a big decision — and we want you to feel great about it. That’s why we remove obstacles from your application.
- No cost to request prior transcripts
- No SAT/ACT required
- No essay required
- We’ll request transcripts at no cost to you, when possible, and we accept eligible credits from over 5,000 accredited institutions.
How to enroll at University of Phoenix
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You have a support team of real people you can lean on. And our academic counselors, who are with you every step of the way, have earned a 5-star rating from 90% of our surveyed students.[1] Start a conversation with an enrollment representative today.
[1] Transactional Survey, August 2021-22 (18,645 respondents)
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Receive 1-on-1 support
You have a support team of real people you can lean on. And our academic counselors, who are with you every step of the way, have earned a 5-star rating from 85% of our surveyed students.[1]
[1] Transactional Survey, September 2022-August 2023 (23,739 respondents)
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IT Student Experience
Online learning
Our engaging and interactive online courses include simulated labs and test environments to mimic real-world scenarios. You’ll also have access to video content and learning resources.
Join a Student Organization
As a high-performing student pursuing an online IT degree, you may be eligible to join one of the leading international honor societies for technology, Epsilon Pi Tau – Delta Sigma.
Around-the-clock support and resourcess
You have a support team available up to 14 hours a day, 5 days a week.
Faculty Spotlight
Learn from professionals working in IT
As a university built for working adults, we believe you should be taught by faculty who practice what they teach. The IT curriculum they teach today is designed to help you make an impact in your day-to-day work tomorrow, bridging the gap between academics and industry knowledge.
Daniel D'Urso, MBA, MS Computer Science
Faculty, College of Business and Information Technology
Edward Spear MIS, MS CIS, MS MGMT, MS HRM, MS Global MGMT, Doctoral Candidate MIS
Faculty, College of Business and Information Technology
Sharon Golett, MS
Associate Faculty, College of Business and Information Technology
Tony Buenger, MS
Associate Faculty, College of Business and Information Technology
Accreditation
Accredited for 45+ years
Since 1978, University of Phoenix has maintained institutional accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), hlcommission.org. Learn more about the value of University of Phoenix accreditation and how it benefits our students.
Frequently asked questions about the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree
Our online IT degree at the bachelor’s level prepares you for roles in the growing IT industry, such as an information technology director, an information systems supervisor and an information technology manager. You can pair your tech degree with a certificate in a more specialized area and prepare for additional jobs, such as a software developer, computer security analyst, network technician, systems analyst or related IT role.
The main difference between a Bachelor of Science in IT and a Bachelor of Arts in IT is the focus of the program’s curriculum. Bachelor of Science degrees typically focus on courses that emphasize science and math. Alternatively, Bachelor of Arts degrees typically focus on courses rooted in the arts and humanities. Bachelor of Science degrees help you develop logic, reasoning and quantitative skills while Bachelor of Arts degrees focus on more soft skills like critical thinking, communication and holistic learning.
University of Phoenix does not offer a Bachelor of Arts in IT program.
While there are some similarities between a computer science degree and an information technology degree, the two are not the same. Our Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree is more ideal for students who want a more generalized foundation of IT knowledge. This program offers those who are unsure what path they want to pursue tailor their program to their specific needs or career aspirations. Our online IT program covers topics like networking, programming, cloud infrastructure, data analytics and cybersecurity. Students pursuing our tech degree can explore a range of electives and pursue relevant complementary certificates.
Our Bachelor of Science in Computer Science is geared more toward students who want a more thorough understanding of IT knowledge as it relates to theory and programming. Our computer science degree covers topics like software development, web design and computer analysis. This program typically suits students who want to analyze complex computing problems and creating computing-based solutions.
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology degree prepares you to sit for industry certification exams for Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and International Council of E-Commerce Consultants (EC Council). The exams include the CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) exam and the EC-Council Certified Secure Computer User (CSCU) exam. While our online IT degree prepares you to sit for these certification exams, you must take the exam and pass through the organization giving the exam.
Our bachelor’s in IT program covers in-demand skills sought by employers, which include business processes, cybersecurity, information systems, operations, systems analysis and more. You’ll take courses on topics like the foundations of security, infrastructure administration, data programming languages and software engineering to practice and apply your learnings to real-world scenarios in IT. This helps bridge the gap between academic and industry knowledge, making sure your prepared for on-the-job responsibilities in IT.
Information technology is a field with industry certifications, which are different from the IT certificate programs offered by University of Phoenix.
An industry certification is earned by individuals who pass a standardized assessment that recognizes an individual’s knowledge, skill or competency in a particular specialty. University of Phoenix educationally prepares students to sit for select industry certification exams, but they must take the exam and pass through the company giving the exam like EC-Council.
A certificate is earned by individuals who successfully complete a course, or series of courses. University of Phoenix does offer IT certificate programs, which provides an academic credential that will be given when students upon successful completion of the program.
While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.