Carnegie Mellon University

Program Information

Degree Offered

MSIT, Master of Science in Information Technology

Format: Online

Program Description:

No matter where you live, our distance learning program makes it possible for you to earn a graduate degree from Carnegie Mellon, ranked #1 in Information Technology & Management by US News & World Report.

You can pursue the following MSIT tracks without having to leave your current job or relocating:

* Information Technology Management
* Information Security and Assurance

We offer a challenging curriculum and provide video-captured lectures from our campus classes so that you're guaranteed access to the same world-class faculty and up-to-date content offered to our campus students. You'll also interact directly with our renowned faculty, adjunct instructors, teaching assistants and staff throughout the program.

The Master of Science in Information Technology program has been successfully delivered in distance format since 2001. You receive the same exact degree as our on campus students.

Other characteristics of our distance program include:

* Multimedia Lecture DVDs - featuring keyword searchable video lectures, transcripts, indexed PowerPoint slides and associated course materials.
* State-of-the-art Learning Management System - Blackboard creates a virtual classroom experience, as well as provides central access to all of your courses' Web sites.
* Integrity of the program The intensity and rigor of the program is the same as being on campus. On average, our distance students perform equal to or better than their campus counterparts.
* Interaction with your instructor and fellow students through threaded discussions, live chats, email, phone and web conferences.
* Online services make it convenient for you to apply, register for courses, view/update student information, access billing, use library and computing resources.

Accreditation:

Middle States

Eligibility Requirements:

We're interested in experienced IT professionals with leadership potential and professional competence. We identify candidates by careful review of your online application and the strength of your educational and work experience (the degree requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant, full-time professional experience in addition to a bachelors degree).

# of Credits Required:

144 UNITS (about 12

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

$390 per UNIT USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999