Bachelor of Science in Information Technology — Online
The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology offers you a comprehensive, experiential foundation in the most current information technology skills sought by local, national, and global employers. This is a STEM Designated Degree Program.
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Overview
Focused on one of the fastest-growing job markets, the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology bachelor’s degree completion program offers a program that fosters critical thinking as it demystifies critical technology. You’ll develop strengths in all aspects of IT with an experiential focus, acquiring valuable knowledge and hands-on skills. Optional concentrations in Applications Development (including web programming, mobile programming and databases) and Cybersecurity (including network security, computer forensics and software vulnerabilities) will give you a grounding in high-demand professional tools to help launch or boost your career. You’ll also reinforce core business competencies such as project management, business communications, group dynamics, and organization skills, and your existing certifications such as A+, network certifications, or Project Management Professional may be applied toward course credits.
This is an online program.
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Median annual wage for computer and information technology occupations in May 2019, higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $39,810
Percentage that employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow from 2019 to 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Experiential / Co-op Opportunities
Northeastern's signature experience-powered learning model has been at the heart of the university for more than a century. It combines world-class academics with professional practice, allowing you to acquire relevant, real-world skills you can immediately put into action in your current workplace.
This makes a Northeastern education a dynamic, transformative experience, giving you countless opportunities to grow as a professional and person.
Get Set With a Custom Course Plan
Please note: The following is a sample curriculum and is subject to change. Enrolled students should reference the academic catalog for current program requirements.
General Requirements
University-Wide Requirement
Minimum 120 total semester hours required
Minimum 2.000 GPA required
Students must earn a minimum of 60 Northeastern University semester hours in order to receive a bachelor’s degree.
Note: Individual program requirements may exceed the above minima.
NUpath Requirements
All undergraduate students are required to complete the NUpath Requirements.
Foundation Courses
27 semester hours required
English
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Management
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Mathematics
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Complete one of the following:
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Philosophy
Computer programming concentation students must take ITC 3620. Other students complete any one of the following:
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Major Requirements
33 semester hours required
ITC Core Discipline Areas
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Complete one of the following:
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Professionalism
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Capstone
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Professional Electives
Complete a concentration listed below. Those who do not want a concentration should take 27 additional semester hours in the following subject areas:
ALY, CET, GET, ITC
Open Electives
Complete a minimum of 33 semester hours of NUpath and open electives to reach 120 semester hours.
NUpath Requirements Satisfied
- Analyzing/Using Data (AD)
- Capstone Experience (CE)
- Engaging Differences/Diversity (DD)
- Ethical Reasoning (ER)
- Conducting Formal/Quantitative Reasoning (FQ)
- Natural/Designed World (ND)
- Writing-Intensive in the Major (WI)
- Advanced Writing in the Disciplines (WD)
Students are responsible for using the general electives in this program to complete the Interpreting Culture (IC) and Societies and Institutions (SI) NUpath requirements not satisfied by the required courses in this program.
Concentrations
Analytics Concentration
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Complete two additional ITC or ALY courses that have not been taken to fulfill major or concentration requirements.
Applications Development Concentration
Complete seven courses from the following that have not been taken to fulfill major requirements:
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Complete two courses (6 semester hours) from the systems administration and cybersecurity concentration.
Computer Programming Concentration
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or ITC 3300 - Structured Query Language (SQL)
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Systems Administration and Cybersecurity Concentration
Complete seven courses from the following that have not been taken to fulfill major requirements:
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Complete two courses (6 semester hours) from the applications development or computer programming concentrations.
Follow Our Leaders
Our faculty represents a wide cross-section of professional practices and fields. They serve as mentors and advisors and collaborate alongside students to solve the most pressing global challenges facing established and emerging markets.
"The demand for Information Technology talent continues to increase and this trend will only grow over time. Our program provides hands-on experience in the tools that employers expect. But even more importantly, our program fosters the critical thinking skills that help make sure our students will be able to handle future skills and tools that our profession hasn’t yet invented. We help students develop the communication and teamwork skills that IT professionals use to understand business needs and work with a variety of users to create highly effective solutions." - Lynda Hodgson, Lead Faculty
There was a certain moment when I looked in the mirror and I realized that in spite of my busy work schedule, I had been neglecting something really important for myself, which is to get your education. That’s when I found Northeastern. My friend told me about the College of Professional Studies bachelor completion program and he said that if you have military training, if you have off-duty education, or if you have courses and credits from another college, you can roll those right in and complete out your bachelor’s degree. I’m wrapping up my degree here and I’m bookending that journey that I started way back when I was sitting in my barracks room thinking “am I really going to do this or not?” and here I am now. It’s mission accomplished.
Matt Kiely Bachelor's in Information Technology, 2019
Now Let's Talk Admissions
You know where you are headed and you've seen how our program will lead you there. So let's get going. Here's what you need to know before you enroll.
Application Requirements
Application Facts – begin at our website
- No application fees
- No SATs or ACTs required
- Multiple start terms per year
Requirements
- Online application – free and simple to complete
- Academic transcripts: submit one of the following
- Official high school degree or completed attestation form
- Official GED
- Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date
- Transfer credit documentation: should be submitted with your application material
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Official U.S. transcripts: if you applied previously earned credit toward your earned associate degree, you must request transcripts from each institution you attended.
- Official foreign transcripts: must include English translation. We encourage you to submit a course-by-course evaluation of your diploma(s) and transcript(s)
- College-level examinations: official examination score(s)
- Military evaluation
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language
For more information on Bachelor's Completion Admissions Requirements, please visit our Application Web Page.
International Requirements
Are You an International Student? Find out what additional documents are required to apply.
Admissions Details Learn more about the College of Professional Studies admissions process, policies, and required materials.
Financing Requirements
Finance Your Education We offer a variety of resources, including scholarships and assistantships.
Military Discount Active U.S. servicemembers and their spouses are eligible to receive an amended tuition rate of $250/semester hour for our Bachelor Completion Programs. Northeastern is committed to making education within reach and affordable for our military students.
Prior Learning Assessment/Transfer Credits
Here are a couple of transfer credit opportunities for students entering the BS in IT program:
- Accredited Institutions—Students can transfer previously earned credits (up to 60 credits) from a regionally accredited institution such as a community college.
- Year Up – Receive up to 28 credits toward the BS IT program for your Year Up experience. (That’s a savings of over $15,000!) Additionally, you’ll be strongly considered for a scholarship worth up to $10,000.
- Grow with Google (IT Support Certificate) – Receive up to 12 credits toward the BS IT program when you complete Google’s IT Support Professional Certificate. (This a savings of approximately $6,000!)
- Merit America – Receive up to 18 transfer credits for your Merit America IT Support and Java Development education program experience toward the BS IT program. Additionally, you’ll be strongly considered for a scholarship worth up to $10,000.
Learn more about these and other transfer credit for CPS bachelor’s completion programs
PlusOne
Your Head Start on a Master’s Degree
The PlusOne Accelerated Master’s Program provides motivated students with the opportunity to start earning their master’s degree while pursuing their undergraduate education. By completing the BS in Information Technology, you can advance your learning by applying up to 16 earned semester hours (or up to 22.5 quarter hours) toward both your bachelor's and master’s degree, allowing you to receive your graduate degree one year sooner than you would with a traditional master’s program in the following fields:
- BS Information Technology/Master of Science in Computer Science – Align
- BS Information Technology/Master of Science in Computer Science
- BS Information Technology/Master of Professional Studies in Informatics
- BS Information Technology/Master of Professional Studies in Analytics
- BS Information Technology/Master of Professional Studies in Geospatial Services
- BS Information Technology/Master of Science in Project Management
- BS Information Technology/Master of Science in Information Systems
View the registrar’s website for program-specific information
Cost and Tuition
Application Deadlines
The deadlines below are recommended; however, admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis and applications submitted after these deadlines will still be considered for the upcoming term.
The domestic deadlines below allow time for those transferring credits. More details.
Domestic Application Deadlines
International Application Deadlines*
*International deadlines are only applicable if the program is F1 compliant.
Student Body Profile
Overall employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations from through 2032. About 377,500 openings are projected each year, on average. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024)
What can you do with your degree?
This degree program is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in information technology and improve their aptitude for quantitative methods, programming, web and multimedia design, system and network administration, networking, and security.
Candidates for this program may be interested in pursuing a career as a:
- Computer and information systems manager; $179,700 average annual wage
- Database architect; $143,500 average annual wage
- Software developer; $140,600 average annual wage
- Information security analyst; $126,100 average annual wage
- Data scientist; $121,100 average annual wage
(Hanover Research, 2024)
Ask Us Anything
What scholarship opportunities are available for bachelor’s completion students in the BS in IT program?
Scholarships up to $10,000 are available for students in the BS in IT program. These include:
- Professional Advancement Scholarship (average award $6,000 - $10,000)
- Lowell Institute Scholarship (up to $15,000)
- Dean’s “Break Through” Scholarship (up to $10,000)
- Community College Scholarship (up to $5,000)