Prepare for a Great Career in IT with Our Information Technology Bachelor’s Degree
Have you ever wondered why Information Technology is one of the hottest career fields to pursue? According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the projected job growth for the next ten years is 13 percent. The median salary for an IT position is nearly twice as much as the average salary for all other occupations.
Through Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Information Technology, you can not only join the ranks of IT professionals with bright futures but also perform valuable service to companies or the government. We have four different areas of specialization for you to choose from, including Application and Database Development, Data Networking and Security, Gaming Design, and Web and Mobile Programming.
You can learn how to develop IT services, software, and systems, but more importantly, you can develop a foundation in leadership and teamwork within the context of a Christian worldview. As part of our bachelor’s degree program, you will complete a capstone course that helps you learn how to solve problems in the industry. Recent projects have already developed programs that can benefit businesses, non-profits, and government organizations. Your future developments can help make data safer, companies more efficient, and perhaps revolutionize the world of information technology.
Award-Winning Campus
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education that equips students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence helped us rank as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Why Choose Liberty’s Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology?
Learning useful skills that have real-world applications is what attracts many people to our Information Technology bachelor’s program. In addition to the practical book knowledge you gain, you can also take part in hands-on learning opportunities in our labs and classrooms. Our professors have real-world knowledge and training that they will impart, all from a Christian worldview.
Besides your studies, you will find plenty of student organizations associated with the School of Business. You can not only fellowship with like-minded individuals but also join competitions and events that can help hone your skills as an IT professional.
As one of the largest residential Christian colleges in the nation, we have the resources you need to make the most of your bachelor’s degree. Our Washington Fellowship program provides the hands-on experience you need through internships with many companies.
- Certifications – Our bachelor’s degree programs in information technology can help you achieve valuable industry certifications through our partnerships with leading organizations such as Cisco Networking Academy and Oracle University.
- Cisco Networking Academy – Learn more about Cisco Networking Academy and take advantage of Liberty University’s relationship with Cisco to receive certification.
- Oracle University – Liberty University offers a comprehensive, 8-week format to get you Oracle certified through our Oracle University.
What Will You Learn in Our BS in Information Technology Degree Program?
Our Bachelor of Science in Information Technology can provide you with the fundamental knowledge of software, mobile, and web development. You can study a variety of subjects related to information technology, such as cybersecurity, cloud computing, and database design. Since almost everything we do today is connected to the Internet, you can learn both networking and telecommunications so that you can bring value to your future employer.
The user experience is another important aspect of programming and software development, so you can gain the skills you need for system administration. Learning user experience design can help you to develop programs that are not only useful but also user-friendly.
Specializations
Application and Database Development
Data Networking and Security
Gaming Design
Web and Mobile Programming
Highlights of Our Bachelor’s in Information Technology Degree Program
- The Department of Homeland Security and National Security Agency have designated Liberty University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education for the BS in Information Technology with Data Networking and Security Cognate.
- There is a possibility of pursuing multiple cognates due to the allowable electives within your degree.
- Our School of Business is located in a state-of-the-art 78,000-square-foot building on campus and provides you with information technology labs, a networking and data center, a simulated stock trading room with New York Stock Exchange display boards, Entrepreneurship Center for Innovation, Center for Cyber Excellence, and Center for Financial Literacy.
- Your professors care about your success and outcomes.
- You’re provided with the opportunity to graduate with a variety of certificates like Microsoft, SAP, Cisco, Oracle, etc.
Our Information Technology Bachelor’s Degree Information
- Residential
- 120 total credit hours
- You may Transfer in up to 75% of your total degree
- This bachelor’s degree program falls under our School of Business
- Find more information in our course catalog
Potential Career Opportunities for Our BS in Information Technology Graduates
- Database administrator
- Network engineer
- Software developer
- Systems administrator
- Web and mobile developer
Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Degrees
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
