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Degree Description

Master of Science in Information Technology   ( Southern Polytechnic State University )

Institutional and Program Accreditation

General Information

Servicemembers Opportunity College (SOC): SOC   [ more information ]
Program / Degree Level: Graduate, Master's
Subject Area: Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Program Website: http://it.spsu.edu/msitonline/
Enrollment Capacity: 300

Full Description

The Master of Science in Information Technology program is designed for those students interested in pursuing a career in the management and performance of information systems planning, development, implementation, and operation.  

Delivery Format

The program is delivered primarily through Internet  

Campus Attendance Requirements

No campus visits.  All coursework and assignments conducted online.

Prerequisites

If undergraduate degree is in non-information technology field, transition courses may be required. Those can also be obtained from online course offerings through SPSU.  

Application & Registration Information

Term Application Deadline Registration Deadline
Fall Jul  01  Jul  01  2009
Spring Nov  01  Nov  01  2009
Summer Apr  01  Apr  01  2010

Financial Aid: For information about cost and financial aid deadlines, please see the Cost & Financial Aid information for the program.

Special Requirements

Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited school. No specific undergraduate major is required. Students will be evaluated on an individual basis. Required application materials include: formal application, official undergraduate transcripts, 3 letters of reference, statement of purpose and TOEFL score if non-English speaking applicant.  

Technical Requirements

  • Computer with current operating system (Windows or Mac). Additional peripherals; Headphones, printer may be required.
  • High Speed Internet Access

Questions?

Please direct questions about admission requirements, tuition, financial aid and credit transfer to the offering college or university.

Request a Program or Course

If you are interested in specific disciplines, courses or programs not represented in the current listings, please send your suggestions at http://www.georgiaonmyline.org/contact/. This information will help the University System of Georgia plan and select additional courses and programs.

Cost & Financial Aid

Master of Science in Information Technology   ( Southern Polytechnic State University )

Program Cost Information **

Average Course Cost$ 1,212.00
Electronic Rate Tuition *$ 279.00
Fees - Electronic Rate *$ 375.00

* The cost of an Electronic Rate program is the same regardless of residency.

** These rates are averages of tuition rate and student fees. Actual tuition costs may vary, based on the program, student level and student major. Please be sure to contact the college or university for your specific tuition and fee amounts. All amounts are displayed as US currency.

Other cost considerations:
    $20 application fee; each course requires textbook purchase, no special software is required.

Financial Aid

Financial Aid Application Deadlines
Fall Mar 01 
Spring Mar 01 
Financial Aid Available: Loans, Scholarships, Other,  
Website: www.spsu.edu/finaid
Email: finaid@spsu.edu
Telephone: 678-915-7290

Questions?

Please direct questions about admission requirements, tuition, financial aid and credit transfer to the offering college or university.

Request a Program or Course

If you are interested in specific disciplines, courses or programs not represented in the current listings, please send your suggestions at http://www.georgiaonmyline.org/contact/. This information will help the University System of Georgia plan and select additional courses and programs.

Credit & Transfer

Master of Science in Information Technology   ( Southern Polytechnic State University )

Credit Hours

Total Hours Required to Earn Degree/Certificate: 36 (semester hours)
Maximum Hours Transferable into Program: 9

Credit Transfer Policy

Transfer credits need to be from a nationally-accredited college or university.

Questions?

Please direct questions about admission requirements, tuition, financial aid and credit transfer to the offering college or university.

Request a Program or Course

If you are interested in specific disciplines, courses or programs not represented in the current listings, please send your suggestions at http://www.georgiaonmyline.org/contact/. This information will help the University System of Georgia plan and select additional courses and programs.

Admissions

Master of Science in Information Technology   ( Southern Polytechnic State University )

Admissions

Undergraduate degree (does not have to be IT related)
Official application
3 letters of refernce
Statement of purpose
TOEFL if non-English native language

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Admissions Contact

Website: http://www.spsu.edu/home/prospective/index.html
Email: jwang@spsu.edu
Telephone: 678-915-3718

Application Requirements

Official application
3 letters of reference
Statement of purpose
TOEFL if non-English native language

Application Deadlines

Fall Jul  01 
Spring Nov  01 
Summer Apr  01 

Pre-Enrollment Advising

Name:  Dr. Richard Halstead-Nussloch
Email:  rhealstea@spsu.edu
Telephone:  678-915-5509

Questions?

Please direct questions about admission requirements, tuition, financial aid and credit transfer to the offering college or university.

Request a Program or Course

If you are interested in specific disciplines, courses or programs not represented in the current listings, please send your suggestions at http://www.georgiaonmyline.org/contact/. This information will help the University System of Georgia plan and select additional courses and programs.

Projected Schedule

Master of Science in Information Technology   ( Southern Polytechnic State University )

Projected Course Offerings

Five Courses for 15 credits - required

IT 6203 IT Design Studio
IT 6423 IT System Acquisition and Integration
IT 6413 IT Service Delivery
IT 6823 Information Security Concepts and Administration
IT 7833 IT Policy, Strategy and Governance

Plus One of the Following Electives for 3 credits - required

IT 6723 Managing Operating and Network Systems
IT 6733 Database Administration
IT 6753 Advanced Web Development
IT 6873 Information Security Seminar

Six Elective Courses for 18 credits - required

Student and advisor will select six elective courses from the 6000-level electives in IT. Up to three 6000-level electives may be taken outside of the IT department, such as MBA, MSSWE, MSCS programs.

Questions?

Please direct questions about admission requirements, tuition, financial aid and credit transfer to the offering college or university.

Request a Program or Course

If you are interested in specific disciplines, courses or programs not represented in the current listings, please send your suggestions at http://www.georgiaonmyline.org/contact/. This information will help the University System of Georgia plan and select additional courses and programs.


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