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Also offered as: Software Development Foundations (Minor)

Prepare for careers in information technology, cybersecurity, software development, networking, database administration, and systems management through hands on learning experiences.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 50 in Major
Careers
Computer, Managers, Network, Administrators
Computer & Information Technology students at EIU

Why Study Computer & Information Technology at EIU?

  • Gain expertise in cybersecurity, networking, cloud computing, and software development
  • Learn through a curriculum balancing technical, managerial, and organizational knowledge
  • Study with faculty experienced in computing, engineering, and technology disciplines
  • Build professional connections through industry engagement and networking opportunities
  • Prepare for high demand technology careers across diverse industries and organizations
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"A few members of my family graduated from and worked at EIU. I love the college, the atmosphere, and the people."
Ethan Grant
Computer & Information Technology | Class of 2028
Ethan Grant, Computer & Information Technology at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Complete internships that provide academic credit and professional experience
  • Participate in industry relevant projects using current technologies and practices
  • Compete in national technology and cybersecurity competitions
  • Attend trade shows and professional events to expand industry knowledge
  • Network with technology professionals through student organizations and program activities
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Hands-On Experience, Computer & Information Technology students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The B.S. in Computer and Information Technology prepares you for careers in information technology, cybersecurity, software development, networking, database administration, cloud computing and systems management. It is a fit if you enjoy working with technology, solving practical problems and keeping systems running securely.

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$72,220
Median Salary for These CareersMedian salaryThe median is the middle value: half of the people counted earn more and half earn less. It is an estimate for a typical graduate, not a promise of what you will earn. Pay varies by employer, location, experience and the specific job.

Career OutcomesCareer outcomesThese are example careers that graduates of this program often pursue, taken from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET occupation list. They are examples, not job guarantees, and many graduates work in other fields.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

  • Computer & Information Systems…
  • Network & Computer Systems…
  • Database Administrators
  • Computer Systems Analysts
  • Computer & Information Research…
  • Computer Network Architects
  • Telecommunications Engineering…
  • Database Architects
  • Data Warehousing Specialists

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Bright OutlookBright Outlook careers are ones with a promising future. They're expected to grow quickly, to have lots of job openings, or to be brand new and emerging. A career earns the label if it meets any one of these: projected growth of 5% or more, at least 75,000 projected openings, or New & Emerging status.
Grow Rapidly: Jobs in this career are expected to grow 5% or more over the next several years, based on Bureau of Labor Statistics projections.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)Job Zone 4: Considerable preparationMost of these careers require a four-year bachelor's degree. They also tend to build on several years of work-related experience or training.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Personality Fit ConventionalConventional interest typeYou like order and detail. This work involves organizing information or data by following set procedures and rules, usually in an office.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

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Sean Roberts
Instructor | Program Coordinator of Computer and Information Technology
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3149 Klehm Hall
217-581-7427
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Gabe Grant
Professor and Chairperson
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1014 Klehm Hall
217-581-5762
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Billy Panther
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Old Main
217-581-2223
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