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Bachelor of Science (BS) in Information Technology

School of Undergraduate Studies

General Information Technology specialization

Five of the top 10 fastest growing jobs that require bachelor's degrees are in the field of information technology. Position yourself to take advantage of a wide range of opportunities with this General Information Technology bachelor's specialization designed to build both technical and business skills, a combination that is increasingly valued by today's employers. Through your choice of electives, you can design a broad program that touches on several IT disciplines or narrow your focus to deepen your knowledge in your niche area of information technology, including networking, Web development, project management, or information security. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing entry- or senior-level technical specialist positions in a variety of IT-related fields.

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Total Program: 180 quarter credits
Up to 135 quarter credits may be transferred into this specialization

Admission Requirements

Next Start Date: June 4, 2012

1000-2000 Level Credit: $290 ^§

3000-4000 Level Credit: $350 ^§

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General Education Requirements

To complete your bachelor's degree, you will need 45 quarter credits in general education subject areas with a minimum of 6 quarter credits from each category. We offer general education courses in communication, humanities, natural science and mathematics, and social science.

Residents of Arkansas must complete Arkansas general education requirements.

Spring 2012 Undergraduate Learner Success Grant

You're eligible for the $2,100 Undergraduate Learner Success Grant if you are a new student who starts in April, May, or June 2012, and successfully pass your first course in any bachelor's program.

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ABET accreditation for BS in IT

ABET, the recognized accreditor for college and university programs in applied science, computing, engineering, and technology, has accredited Capella's BS in IT program. ABET accreditation is a key indicator of Capella's dedication to educational quality that prepares our graduates for entry or advancement in the IT profession.

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Gain more value from your degree

Expand your educational and career opportunities by choosing one of Capella's degree enrichment options.

Tuition discount grows as you learn: Capella supports your long-term educational goals with a bachelor’s-to-master’s tuition discount program. It could mean up to a 45% discount on tuition for your master’s degree courses.

When you graduate from Capella with your bachelor’s degree and enroll in any Capella master’s degree, your total discount percentage can be applied to each master’s level course you take.
Earn graduate credits while completing your bachelor's degree: With Capella's Combined Bachelor's/Master's options, you could start earning master's-level credit during your bachelor's program. You may be able to save thousands over the cost of pursuing each degree separately and reduce your time to master's degree completion by up to two quarters. Speak to an enrollment counselor about possible financial aid implications of choosing a Combined Bachelor's/Master's option.
To be eligible:

Enroll in an eligible Capella bachelor's program under current admission requirements.

After you have completed 100 quarter credits of bachelor's-level course work and have earned a 3.0 GPA, you may enroll in one of the Combined Bachelor's/Master's options.

Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA to remain in the combined option.

Combined Bachelor's/Master's options available for this specialization:

BS/MBA

BS to MS in Information Technology
Add a concentration to gain deeper expertise: Delve more deeply into a specific knowledge area by earning a concentration that will be included on your transcript and can enhance your career opportunities. If you have elective courses in your degree program, you may be able to use them to fulfill both your degree and concentration requirements at the same time. However, completing a concentration may extend your total credits beyond the requirements of your degree.
Concentrations available as part of this specialization include:

Finance

Marketing

Project Management
Expand your career options with additional specializations: Increase your knowledge and career options by earning multiple specializations as part of your bachelor's or master's degree program at Capella. If you have elective courses in your program, you may be able to use them toward earning another specialization. However, completing additional specializations may extend your total credits beyond the requirements of your degree.

Required Courses

MAT1050 College Algebra
MAT2051 - Discrete Mathematics*

Core Courses (each course 6 quarter credits unless noted)

IT3006 - Communication Strategies for the Information Technology Professional
IT2230 - Introduction to Database Systems (3 quarter credits)
IT2240 - Introduction to Programming (3 quarter credits)
IT2250 - Introduction to Network Technology (3 quarter credits)
IT3125 - Introduction to Information Technology Project Management (3 quarter credits)
IT3165 - Ethics for the Information Technology Professional (3 quarter credits)
IT3210 - Web Systems and Technologies
IT3225 - Business Goals for the Information Technology Professional (3 quarter credits)
IT3300 - Human-Computer Interaction*
IT3310 - Hardware and Operating Systems Architecture*
IT3340 - Fundamentals of Software Architecture*
IT3350 - Network and Security Architecture*

Specialization Courses

Choose 30 quarter credits of upper-division Information Technology courses.

Elective Courses (each course 3 quarter credits unless noted)

Choose 45 quarter credits of additional undergraduate courses. Learners with limited information technology knowledge may need to take IT1000 as part of their elective courses.

IT1000 - Introduction to Information Technology

Capstone Course (taken during the learner's final quarter)

IT4990 - Information Technology Capstone Project (6 quarter credits)

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** This course has a prerequisite that is not listed as a required course, which may increase the total number of courses needed to complete this specialization. See course descriptions for additional course prerequisites.

* This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor for more information.

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Along with the General Information Technology specialization, we offer specializations in Information Assurance and Security, Project Management, Network Technology: Microsoft, and System Development: Web Application.

We also offer an MBA specialization in Information Technology Management.

No More Excuses! Get Your Degree Once and For All!	December 12, 2010	Ralph	I started college back in 1988 straight out of high school and kept at it for about 5 years bouncing between full and part time status without ever graduating. My IT career started in 1994 and for 13 years, I was able to scrape up a decent career but for me, it was getting harder and harder to find new opportunities. I found out about Capella from a friend at work and as soon as I contacted admissions, I was hooked. Their tuition is extremely affordable when compared to other online colleges and the courses they offer are both engaging and interesting. Even after 13 years in IT, I found myself still learning something every day! If you have made the decision to return to school or if you are just starting out, Capella lets you drop all of the excuses and get the degree you are looking for. Capella is also accredited which is extremely important. If you've made the decision to go back to school, do not hesitate, enroll at Capella today! Believe me...YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!
Not the right school for busy learners...	June 24, 2011	Endre	I began at this school in 2008 and I'll admit, it was great - the courses were balanced enough that I could take 2 or sometimes 3 in a quarter and still maintain my job, and I felt like every class I learned a lot. Now the courses have changed, with lots of busy work, the professors take their time getting back to you, advisors are unresponsive and you never seem to keep the same one for more than a year, and financial aid is slow to respond but very apologetic. I would assert that this is no longer the right school for professionals looking to expand their education. It was before they became too popular, and now it would appear Capella is a victim of its own success.
A school that fit my schedule and paid off.	November 23, 2010	Benjamin	While just completing my associates degree and sort of undecided on whether to finish and get my BA degree, I looked into Capella University. Thanks to my wife and her introduction to the school I looked into what it had to offer in terms of degrees. After further research and reading about the programs, I made my choice that Capella University was the right school for me, and with my fulltime work schedule it couldn't have been a better fit. Now I work as a Health Information Exchange Administrator and getting hired just 4 months after earning my BA in IT. I now use 85% to 95% of the classes I took at Capella in my job. This was a no brainer for me when I decided to further my education at Capella University and attain my BA degree in Information Technology.
Capella was the right Choice!!	November 23, 2010	Aisha	There was an education fair at my job. I didn't want to talk to anyone because I didn't have time in my life for school. The guy at the Capella University table said to me "I bet that if you give me five minutes of your time, you will be a capella student" Well after explaining to the guy that I had no time in my life for school, he broke down how Capella worked for individuals like myself. I decided to enroll and that was the best decision I've made in my entire life. I am half way done with my last class and I will have my Bachelors Degree in December. I achieved this in only one year. I am very proud of myself.
A way to be successful	November 23, 2010	Eric	I had found that night school while fun was too disruptive to my busy life. Capella's online approach allowed me to finally complete my BS degree. Some of the courses that I really enjoyed were not what I really wanted to take (Chemistry and Ethics) while others that I was excited to take were a pain. I am so glad to have finished. My only critisim is that some courses contain serious mistakes that should have been found and fixed before release.
Learning for the Working Adult	November 24, 2010	Don	I have thoroughly enjoyed my program and learning experience with Capella so far. The classes are great, I've learned so much and I'm achieving my goal of a BS/MS in IT at my pace! Finally a school that recognizes professional experience and give credit where it is deserved and creating degree specializations that will help in the real world. Thank you Capella University.
BS in IT	September 29, 2011	Mary	I made a terrific choice by entering Capella in the fall of 2010. I feel that with one who has a disability, the Capella Programs make it easier for someone like me to have a better future. As for the program, it fits my needs for the field I plan to go into. The instructors are the best and their course materials are well written and understandable. They get back with you in a timely manner.
BS in IT	September 29, 2011	Bonnie	I have been attending Capella since fall 2010 and I couldnâ€™t have made a better choice. Capellaâ€™s degree IT program is top notch and recently accredited by ABET. The professors are knowledgeable, personable and are active in the discussions. They challenge you to learn without overwhelming you; which is important for me because I am a full time employee, mother, animal care giver and a spouse of a deployed husband. The courses are relevant and the general education courses are interesting and engaging.
Best choice I ever made	September 27, 2011	Brandy	Going back to school was the best choice I have ever made. The General IT program is great for those unsure what they want to get into, or to make sure IT is for them. The program and the teachers are so wonderful they inspired and encouraged me to continue on for a Masters in Networking. Of all the schools I had a choice in, I am grateful that my Capella adviser convinced me to go to school here. I don't think I would have been as happy and would have gotten as much out of school at any other college. To all those looking at Capella or one of the IT programs at the university; this college has so much to offer and the teachers work with you, provide great feedback on your work, and provide constructive criticism to help you understand the concepts. This will prepare you to use those skills in the field of your choice. Good Luck!

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Bachelor of Science (BS) in Information Technology

School of Undergraduate Studies