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Bachelor's in Information Technology
Transform your future with a degree in IT.
Complete your degree with a Bachelor’s of Science in Information Technology and gain the critical technical skills needed to thrive in today’s job market.
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. Start our program with as few as 30 prior credits to gain IT expertise across a range of applications, including various operating systems, networks, and more.
Throughout the program, you’ll explore key disciplines and concepts such as computer programming fundamentals, network administration and security, cybersecurity, cloud computing, database management, and business intelligence. These skills will prepare you for a wide variety of roles in the rapidly evolving tech industry.
To accelerate your path to graduation, take advantage of our generous credit transfer policy, allowing you to maximize your previously earned credits and fast-track your degree.
Connect with us to see how your previous credits can be applied.
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B.S. in Information Technology Program Highlights
- Add a specialization for just 6 more credits in business intelligence, cybersecurity, or network administration
- STEM-focused
- The cybersecurity and network administration specializations prepares you to pursue the CompTIA Security+ or CompTIA Network+ certifications.
- Fast-track to a graduate degree by taking courses that count toward both your bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Ask your transfer counselor for details.
- Check if your employer is part of our Trusted Partnership Program, offering scholarships through our partners with several companies, school districts, and organizations. Learn more.
What You'll Learn in our B.S. Information Technology Program
- IT concepts, applications, and basic programming
- Business system design
- Cybersecurity challenges and management
- Organizational data and database management
- Cloud computing in organizations
- Ethical issues in IT
How can I transfer my credits? How long will it take me to finish? Sign up for an information session to get these questions answered and more or watch a recorded session on your time.
Accelerate Your B.S. Degree
Take advantage of our credit transfer policy to possibly avoid retaking classes and speed up your degree completion.
- Your past credits never expire and are always eligible
- Transfer up to 90 credits (75% of your bachelor of science degree)
- Associate degree or technical college credits are accepted
- Get credit for your military experience and training
Learn more about accepted credits or submit your transcripts for a personalized degree plan.
Apply in two easy steps
With six start dates throughout the year, you can apply for admission now and begin your program when it works best for you. Plus, we may be able to order and cover the cost of transcripts for you — making the application process even easier.
| Application Deadlines | Start Dates | |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2025 | December 2, 2024 | January 6 Term 2: March 3 |
| Summer 2025 | April 4, 2025 | May 5 Term 2: June 30 |
| Fall 2025 | August 1 | September 2 October 27 |
| Spring 2026 | December 5, 2025 | January 5 |
Applicants who complete the application process by the priority deadline are guaranteed consideration for their intended start date and will be notified of acceptance about two weeks after application completion.
- Applicants must demonstrate an overall grade point average of 2.00 on a 4.00 scale with evidence of at least 30 transferable semester credits¹.
- These credits must include completion of one basic English composition course with a grade of C- or better.²
- Applicants may be required to complete an interview with a program administrator as part of the admissions process.
¹These credits may be made up of:
- Industry Training and Military Separation Paper carrying American Council on Education (ACE) credit recommendations or,
- Past College Level Examination Program (CLEP) or Dantes Subject Standardized Tests (DSST) exam credits or,
- International credits evaluated by a source accepted by Saint Mary’s University or,
- Any credits transferable from a regionally accredited or non-regionally accredited institution.
²The English composition course requirement helps the student prepare for college level coursework. The applicant may be conditionally admitted if he or she cannot prove competency in this area, in which case the CLEP College Composition exam with essay or a similar university course must be taken within the first semester of study at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota.
- Students who have completed 30 credits from an accredited institution within the U.S. or the equivalent of these credits from an institution in an approved waiver country are exempt from demonstrating English language proficiency. Otherwise, students with transcripts from universities located outside of the U.S. are required to take and pass English proficiency testing.Saint Mary’s accepts:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of 72
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum score of 6.0
- International Test of English Proficiency (ITEP) with a minimum score of 4.0 or Pearson Test of English with a score of 51
- Duolingo Language Test with a minimum score of 100
- Pearson Test of English with a score of 51
Please see our academic catalog for a list of all approved waiver countries.
Applicants must submit the following:
- Completed application form
- Official transcripts should be issued to Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota from all previous institutions attended with a minimum of 30 semester credits (C- and higher) and a college level English Composition course.
- Transcripts from countries other than the U.S. must be evaluated on a course by course basis by a university accepted evaluation service, such as World Education Services, Educational Credential Evaluators, Educational Perspectives, One Earth International Credential Evaluators or any approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES.org) and be deemed equivalent to accredited U.S. university standards.
- Saint Mary’s can order and cover the cost of transcripts from domestic institutions that allow third-party requests for eligible degree-seeking applicants. Contact your transfer counselor for more information.
- Official Transcripts should be sent to Office of Admission:
- Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
2500 Park Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404 - Or email: tcadmission@smumn.edu
- Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Tuition & Financial Aid
Only pay for the credit you need with the credits you’ve already earned. Plus, there are resources to help cover the cost of your degree, including loans, grants, and exclusive Saint Mary’s financial aid programs. Our counselors will guide you to find a financial aid plan that works for you.
Course Catalog
In addition to foundational courses, you’ll take courses such as:
- Network Security
- Computer Network and Mobile Technologies
- Cloud Computing Fundamentals
See all the courses you’ll take and requirements in the catalog.
Careers & Salary
A bachelor’s degree in Information Technology can open doors to numerous careers as diverse as technology itself.
$102,600 per year*
$120,360 per year*
$95,360 per year*
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Student Central: Your one stop for student services
Library: Resources and services are available 24/7 to all students.
Writing Center: Offers virtual and face-to-face services to support students
Career Services: Can help you develop your career-readiness skills at any point in your education
The only thing virtual about your online experience is the classroom. Our flexible online programs offer the rigor and reputation you expect from Saint Mary’s.
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Life gets busy. Whether you’re raising a family, pursuing your career, or playing an active role in your community, we know you want to keep up with what you love while you take the next step in your career. That’s why Saint Mary’s online programs are flexible and designed to fit your demanding life.
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Sources and Disclaimer
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Database Administrators at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/database-administrators.htm (visited Oct. 2, 2024).
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Information Security Analysts at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm (visited Oct. 2, 2024).
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Network and Computer Systems Administrators at thttps://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/network-and-computer-systems-administrators.htm (visited February 14, 2023).