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90-Credit Online Bachelor’s in Information Technology
Launch or advance your IT career — faster.
Whether you’re new to IT or ready to advance your career, our fully online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology is built for those wanting real career momentum. Whether you’re starting a degree for the first time or bringing previous college credit to finish one, our FastTrack 90™ program allows you to finish your degree faster and step into in-demand IT roles sooner.
IT is one of the fastest-growing fields in the U.S., with millions of new jobs expected this decade. As organizations thrive on evolving technology and face growing cybersecurity threats, demand for skilled IT professionals continues to rise. This program prepares you to meet that demand and build a strong, future-ready career.
You’ll build expertise in operating systems, enterprise technology, network administration and security, cybersecurity, cloud computing, data management, and business intelligence.
At Saint Mary’s, character development is built into every program. Learn to navigate complex situations with integrity while developing ethical judgment.
Our FastTrack 90 program helps you save time and move forward with relevant, career-ready skills.
Build the expertise to grow your IT career and stand out in a high-demand field. Start here.
Admissions start May 2026.
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$440
cost per credit
Aug•Oct•Jan
Mar•May•Jun
start dates
Online
$440
cost per credit
Aug•Oct•Jan
Mar•May•Jun
start dates
Online
B.S. in Information Technology
degree program highlights
- Add a specialization in business intelligence, cybersecurity, or network administration.
- The cybersecurity and computer network administration specializations prepare you to pursue the CompTIA Security+ or CompTIA Network+ certifications, the gold standard for IT professionals.
- Earn digital badges in your specialization and showcase them on LinkedIn, your CV, or résumé to verify your skills to employers:
- Enterprise Business Intelligence: Gain skills in data analysis, Microsoft Excel, charting, and business modeling.
- Cybersecurity Management: Develop key insights into digital forensics, ethical hacking, network security testing, and digital risk management.
- Computer Network Administration: Build skills in network development, computer network management and maintenance, and computer network analysis
- Apply your coursework through online training and earn proof of completion in Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Network Security, Google Cloud, and Business Intelligence Using Excel
- Get ahead of your master’s degree by taking approved graduate-level courses during your bachelor’s program — all at bachelor’s degree tuition. Explore our programs in M.S. in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics or M.S. in Cybersecurity. Or explore graduate certificates. Ask your enrollment counselor for details.
- The majority of textbooks are free and included as digital versions, helping reduce out-of-pocket costs and ensuring your materials are accessible online anytime.
Life moves fast. Your degree should too.
Accelerate your career with a 100% online bachelor’s degree that requires only 90 credits instead of the traditional 120. Why wait?
- Graduate sooner
- Enter the workforce earlier
- Start earning income sooner
- Gain real-world experience faster
- Advance in your field while others are still completing their final year
Time is money. Save both.
With 25% fewer credits, that means lower tuition costs and finishing sooner. Transfer up to 66 credits to maximize your time and money.
What you’ll learn in the B.S. in Information Technology degree program
- Core computer and information technology concepts
- Programming fundamentals to solve technical problems
- Design and query relational databases effectively
- Enterprise architecture and information systems integration
- Basic cybersecurity and information security practices
- Networks, cloud computing, and data solutions for business
How to apply for the B.S. in Information Technology program
Saint Mary’s accepts applications for online bachelor’s degree programs year-round. You can start your degree program in the fall, spring, or summer semester once accepted for enrollment.
To apply, you’ll need to provide:
- Completed application form
- Official high school or GED transcript issued to Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Transfer students who, following high school completion, have earned 12 or more college-level credits and at least C/2.0 or above grades are not required to submit official high school transcripts.
- Official transcripts from all post-high school coursework including technical and community colleges. (An official transcript is one that is sent to the university by the credit-granting institution.)
- Applicants with transcripts from countries outside the U.S. must submit an official course-by-course evaluation by an approved evaluation service.
- Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable), Interview with a program administrator (if requested)
It must be sent directly to Saint Mary’s by the issuing institution.
You have two possible options for obtaining official transcripts:
- Order official transcripts from all institutions yourself.
- Saint Mary’s can order and cover the cost of transcripts from institutions that allow third-party requests for eligible degree-seeking applicants. Contact your enrollment counselor for more information.
Transcripts from countries other than the U.S. must be evaluated on a course-by-course basis by a university-accepted evaluation service, such as
World Education Services,
Educational Credential Evaluators,
Educational Perspectives, or
One Earth International Credential Evaluators,
and be deemed equivalent to accredited U.S. university standards. Evaluations from an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES.org) will also be accepted.Send Materials To:
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Office of Admission
2500 Park Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404
tcadmission@smumn.edu
- Fall Term 1 — Aug. 1
- Fall Term 2 — Oct. 1
- Spring Term 1 — Dec. 1
- Spring Term 2 — Feb. 1
- Summer Term 1 — April 1
- Summer Term 2 — June 1
Tuition and financial aid for online bachelor's degree programs
Course catalog
Careers and salary: B.S. in Information Technology
A bachelor’s degree in information technology can open doors to numerous careers as diverse as technology itself. And with only 90 credits to complete, you’ll be able to start your new career faster!
Database administrator
Information security analyst
Network administrator
Explore more careers and see how this program can help you reach your goals.
Visit the blogFrequently asked questions
Technical support, 24/7 library access, and Career Services focused on the tech industry.
Yes, the 100% online format is built for those working in the fast-paced IT sector.
Yes, up to 66 credits from previous coursework or technical certifications can be applied.
Graduates earn an accredited B.S. degree. Check with specific graduate institutions regarding their credit hour requirements.
Tech-minded students and career changers who want to earn an accredited degree at an accelerated pace.
The curriculum focuses on essential IT major courses and core requirements, eliminating unnecessary electives.
With eight-week courses and six annual starts, you can progress as quickly as your transfer credits allow.
The streamlined credit requirement directly reduces your total tuition spend.
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