Master of Science in Information Technology

Enrich the lives of those around you

Have you recently completed your undergraduate studies? Or has it been years since you were in a classroom? Either way, our Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) is applicable to your professional development. We have experienced faculty, who are eager to pass on their knowledge. However, what makes us truly distinct is not only our commitment to assisting your career, but also helping you better serve in your chosen vocation.

Program Overview

Our program is designed to meet the needs not only of current IT professionals and new graduates interested in IT, but also those who enjoy using technology to help other people solve problems. This curriculum will provide you with the foundational knowledge and skills to understand computer systems and their relationship to business problems. We emphasize ethical computing; so you’ll learn how a Christian professional responds to the needs of clients, users, and society in general. Because your educational needs as a working professional vary, we provide several learning formats. Courses are offered in an accelerated, on-campus, and online formats.

What to Expect

As a graduate student, you get to learn the core elements of IT, as well as the latest advancement in technology. You’ll receive practical training in professional codes of practice, network-aware applications, safeguarding IT, and data communication. Our faculty take a “hands-on” approach to education; so be prepared to design and configure IT systems, develop effective and usable tools, and create, implement, and maintain database management systems. You’ll also explore the implications and limits of machine intelligence. Overall, the theme throughout your studies will be to use your newfound skills to enrich the lives of those around you.

Locations

In addition to our main and online campuses, Concordia has nine center locations which offer accelerated undergraduate and graduate programs close to where you live and work.

Mequon
Online

Outcomes & Paths

Career Paths

Computer and Information Analyst
Computer and Information Research Scientist
Information Security Analyst
Database and Systems Administrator and Network Architect
Database Administrator

How to Apply

Graduate Application Steps

These programs have a minimum undergraduate GPA requirement of 3.00.

Admissions Process for Graduate School

Application (Please Submit the Following):

Application form available at: www.cuw.edu/apply
Non-refundable application fee
One page essay describing your reason for obtaining a graduate degree
Résumé of your education and employment experience
Two signed letters of recommendation using the Recommendation Form (recommendation letters on letterhead may also be submitted)
All official transcripts leading to your bachelor’s degree

Please note:

- Graduate entrance exams such as the GRE are not required
- If you have completed graduate level classes in the last seven years and wish to have them evaluated for possible transfer, please contact your admissions counselor for more information on transferring graduate credits
- International students should contact the Office of International Student Services at international.admissions@cuw.edu for additional application requirements
Evaluation
When an applicant’s file is complete, the file is forwarded to the Admission Committee for review.
Admission
If the student is admitted, an acceptance letter will be mailed to the student and the student’s Falcon One Student ID number. Password information to access my.cuw.edu will be sent separately from the Information Technology office. Your advisor will be able to give you information regarding completion of the required student orientation before you begin your first class.

Non-Degree Seeking Graduate Students

Please complete the Non-Degree Application at www.cuw.edu/apply
Non-degree applicants only need to submit an application to begin admission review; however academic transcripts may be requested to complete our review