Online Master of Science in Information Technology (IT)

Applicants must have a minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's program. Alternatively, they must have a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA in an applicable master's program.

Applicants must provide:

• Graduate admission application and application fee.
• Official transcripts.
• Personal statement.
• Proof of English language proficiency.
• Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume.

Prospective students can apply if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in information technology, computer science, applied computing, engineering or a closely related field from a regionally accredited college or university.

Computer and information technology occupations carry a median annual wage of $105,990, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is more than double the median across all U.S. occupations, with employment projected to grow much faster than average through 2034. A master's in IT builds the specialized, in-demand skills needed to move from hands-on technical roles into leadership positions like IT manager or IT director.

Graduates pursue roles across cybersecurity, data science, cloud engineering and IT leadership, including IT manager, information security analyst, computer network architect, data scientist and solutions architect. Employers of program graduates include Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Intel and Oracle, among others.

Most students complete the 30-credit program in about two years while enrolled full-time, taking nine credit hours per semester. Part-time students can also complete the degree by taking at least one graduate course each fall and spring semester. Coursework for this program is fully online, so you can move through the program on a schedule that fits around your job, family or other commitments.

No. The MSIT program doesn't require GRE or GMAT scores or letters of recommendation. You will need official transcripts and a resume or CV. A personal statement is recommended but not required. You will also need proof of English proficiency if English is not your native language.

A master's degree in information technology focuses on applying and managing existing technology such as cloud systems, networks, cybersecurity and data infrastructure to solve organizational problems. The Master of Computer Science degree leans more heavily toward the theory and design of computing systems and software. If you're more drawn to building and managing technology than researching or designing it from the ground up, the MSIT is likely the better fit.

Yes. This program expects incoming students to already have programming experience, preferably in Java, Python, JavaScript or Linux, along with prior coursework or work experience in networking, information systems security and database management. If you don't have that background yet, ASU's nondegree option lets you complete graduate-level IT coursework first. Students who earn a “B” or better in nine credit hours may then be considered for full admission.