Overview

The Information Technology curriculum at Hood College deepens knowledge of the procedures, tools and standards used in systems engineering and integration.

Students learn object-oriented design and methodology, as well as the design and implementation of databases, telecommunications and computer networks. They also explore current trends and issues, gaining valuable insights into IT’s role in day-to-day business operations.

Boost Professional Marketability

Grounded in a thorough understanding of the management aspects of IT engineering, graduates leave Hood ready to tackle complex IT-based challenges in business, industry, government, education, medicine and other fields.

Along the way toward the master’s degree, many also obtain a certificate in Cybersecurity, the first step toward a career as an information security specialist or manager.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contemporary Issues in Information Technology

Data Analytics and Business Data Mining

Systems Engineering and Integration

Applied Database Systems

Telecommunications and Networking

Information Systems Security

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

Frederick, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students applying to the M.S. in information technology program must submit the following to the Graduate School:

One copy of official transcripts from each institution attended.

A résumé of work experience.

An essay of background experience and future goals.

Students entering the program must exempt or complete two foundation courses designed to provide the appropriate prerequisite background for the cross-disciplined major.

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

13900 USD / year

≈ 13900 USD / year
Out-of-State

13900 USD / year

≈ 13900 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13900 USD / year

≈ 13900 USD / year

Living costs

Frederick

United States

950 - 1350 USD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Boost Professional Marketability

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Frederick

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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