Program Admissions Requirements Masters of Science in Information Technology (MSIT)
In addition to meeting the General Admissions Requirements for Graduate Study the applicant must have or provide:
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Earned a bachelor's degree in IT, MIS, CS, or a closely related field (e.g., instructional technology, computer-based technology, or computer education) from an accredited college or university
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GPA of at least 2.75 OR a 2.5 GPA with significant work experience (as judged by the School of Information Technology) in Information Technology as documented by a résumé and other appropriate documents.
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A statement of purpose must supply a statement of the applicant’s career goals, citing how the MSIT would assist the applicant in achieving those goals.
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A current résumé must include education, work experience, awards, and any other applicable information.
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Two letters of recommendation must be current and from the applicant’s former professors and supervisors.
Regular Admission to the Program (MSIT)
Applicant satisfying all required criteria with at least three or more years of experience in an IT environment will be given priority admission.
Provisional Acceptance with Academic Requirements (MSIT)
Acceptance with Academic Requirements may be awarded to students who have not satisfied all of the criteria, but who have given evidence that they may succeed in the degree program. A “B” grade or better in the first three courses is required before a student can be converted to Full Acceptance Status. See provisional admission status
PAS with Academic Requirement (Masters of Science in Information Technology Program)
Acceptance with Academic Requirements may be awarded to students who have not satisfied all of the criteria, but who have given evidence that they may succeed in the degree program. A grade of “B” or better must be earned in the first three classes. See provisional admission status