The future will be built on data. Learn how to collect, protect, understand and build a smart infrastructure for it with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Information Technology from Georgia Southern University.
Locations
- Statesboro Campus (In Person)
- Armstrong Campus (In Person)
Why Earn a B.S. in Information Technology at Georgia Southern?
- Great job security with average salaries above $100K.
- Named Georgia’s top IT program by CollegeFactual (2022).
- Industry-developed curriculum delivers knowledge you’ll need.
- One of the first IT programs in Georgia accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.
- 124 credit hours to completion.
The websites you visit, the stores where you shop, the doctors who care for you, the banks that manage your money: They all rely on teams of dedicated information technology professionals to keep them running smoothly. A bachelor’s degree in IT from Georgia Southern prepares you to enter the field with a running start.
You can trust you’ll be ready because the same leading organizations where many of our students work also help develop our curriculum. And while every IT student completes an internship before graduation, you get hands-on experience long before that in campus networking labs, where you have the freedom to test different scenarios — and learn from your mistakes without affecting the rest of campus.
By the time you graduate, you won’t just be able to keep networks operational. You’ll be able to help organizations work smarter and make better decisions while assisting them in managing the reams of data they capture every day.
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What Can You Do With a B.S. in Information Technology?
The world has gone digital — but the networks, databases and other infrastructure that power almost every aspect of our daily lives don’t run themselves. With a B.S. in Information Technology from Georgia Southern, you’ll graduate poised to fill an ever-growing need for tech-savvy professionals who understand how to get the most out of these complex systems.
Career Areas:
- Computer Network Architects
- Computer Systems Analysts
- Data Scientists
- Database Administrators
- Network and System Administrators
- Cybersecurity Analysts
- Software Developers
Industry Partners:
- Apple
- AT&T
- The Coca-Cola Company
- CSX Corporation
- The Home Depot
- Progressive
What You’ll Learn
Every information technology major builds a foundation in IT basics. You’ll learn fundamental skills like programming, data analysis and artificial intelligence and become familiar with systems such as databases, computer networks and other emerging computing technologies.
Then, you go deeper into the field, choosing an emphasis area. Options include:
- Web and mobile development
- Information management
- Network and data center management
- Cybersecurity
Through it all, you build skills using industry-standard hardware and software provided by partners such as VMware Academy, Linux Professional Institute and Microsoft Academic Alliance.
See the CurriculumData Science Concentration
Learn to find valuable insights hidden inside massive amounts of data and put that knowledge to work. Courses cover topics including data mining, data analytics, visualization, data management and programming that connect with the latest computing technologies such as artificial intelligence and quantum computing.
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Build Your Experience
Every IT person understands 1s and 0s. It’s people, though, who set Georgia Southern apart. Hands-on experience, guided by skilled faculty and industry partners invested in your success, shapes the structure and outcomes of our IT program.
Internships and Industry Partnerships
Want a foot in the door with industry leaders like Gulfstream Aerospace, Apple, Google and BMW? Tap into Georgia Southern’s partnerships with local, state and national companies to get an up-close look at the field — or seek out an internship to practice your skills outside the classroom.
Center for Applied Cyber Education
Cyberspace is the newest battlefield. Both the National Security Agency/Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Army rely on our Center for Applied Cyber Education (CACE) to teach the pros who keep us safe.
Career Guidance
IT students at Georgia Southern can find a wide array of career-ready resources. Build networking skills at our campus chapter of Information Technology Professionals (ITP) or turn to Career Services for help locating an internship or finding a job.
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Explore essential information about our BSN program, including application details, accreditation status, and licensing disclosures. Gain insight into the program’s credibility and requirements to help you start your journey toward success with the knowledge you need.
Follow these steps to complete the Georgia Southern application:
- Create an application account.
- Complete our online application using the PIN you received after creating your application account.
- Once complete, pay the $30 application fee or upload a valid fee waiver. Previous Georgia Southern applicants and dual enrollment students do not need to pay the fee.
You can check your application status at My.GeorgiaSouthern.edu/admissions three days after completing your application. This page contains live information about your admission status, including a checklist of missing documents we need to make a decision.
Apply as a First-Year Student Transfer to Georgia SouthernThe Georgia Southern Elite Scholars program empowers high-achieving, low-income students pursuing degrees in information technology through scholarships and educational and co-curricular opportunities. These efforts not only support their academic performance but strengthen their technical competence and equip them to confidently pursue careers in the field following graduation.
Interested in applying? Review eligibility criteria and deadlines to get started.
About the Elite Scholars ProgramTake your passion for information technology even further — faster — with our accelerated bachelor’s to master’s pathway. You can start taking graduate classes in IT while you’re still an undergraduate, saving time and money while also increasing your earning power by the time you get your degree.
About Accelerated PathwaysYou don’t have to get to campus to gain access to a top-notch IT program. Cybersecurity Guide ranked our online Bachelor of Information Technology degree the #1 most affordable online IT program — and in the top four overall nationally.
With our 100% online program, it doesn’t matter whether you have a job or a hard-to-predict schedule. Asynchronous classes mean you can log on anytime, day or night, to complete your work.
No matter your schedule, we’re always here for you. Free online tutoring and our dedicated Student Success Coaches ensure that you get the support you need to thrive.
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IT is one of the fastest-growing fields in the country. With a B.S. in Information Technology from Georgia Southern, you’ll be ready to make an impact as soon as you graduate.