Overview

The curriculum emphasizes quantitative and communication skills as well as providing a basic foundation in understanding the business process and the role of Information Technology in supporting that process. The BSIT is also available online.

Computer Science and Information Technology graduates from Columbus State University find jobs in a wide array of occupations including software engineering, application, game, and web programming, network administration and security, and database administration.

Because computers are becoming more and more pervasive, computer science and information technology jobs are available in almost every field. According to the US Department of Labor, computer science and information technology job opportunities are expected to grow at approximately 20% through 2018 which is much faster than the average for all occupations.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates in the BS in Information Technology (BSIT) program will:

be able to apply fundamental systems analysis, project management, and end user support concepts to address real–world business problems

be able to apply analytical and critical thinking skills to develop creative solutions to these problems

be able apply professional and interpersonal skills to communicate these solutions to both coworkers and management

understand how the software solution functions as a part of the overall business solution to the problem at hand

participate in the development and testing of the software designed as a part of this business solution

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Database Systems

Professionalism in Computing

Information Technology (IT) Practicum

Senior Project & Portfolio

Technical and Scientific Writing

information Systems in Business

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-06-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

123 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Columbus, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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General requirements

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Academic Transcripts: Applicants who have graduated from a non U.S. accredited high school or attended a non U.S. accredited college/ university must provide a professional transcript evaluation by a NACES evaluator or Lisano International. We recommend using Josef Silny or World Education Services (WES). Official transcripts from any U.S. college/university attended must be submitted.

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Proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

17016 USD / year

≈ 17016 USD / year
Out-of-State

16536 USD / year

≈ 16536 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

4488 USD / year

≈ 4488 USD / year

Living costs

Columbus

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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