Overview

Whether you want to specialize in cybersecurity, become a CIO, or develop your own IT systems rather than just deploying them, we can help you get there.

Key features

The Information Technology program from Georgia Southern University embraces the constantly changing demands of the IT industry, providing you with the training you need to analyze and manage IT networks and systems. Both thesis and non-thesis tracks are available within the MSIT program.

MSIT Program Alumni Careers

The Master of Science in Information Technology degree is designed to augment the skills of those already employed in the IT field. Graduates of the MSIT program have secured employment in various industries including: American Express, US Army, Intel, Disney, Coca Cola, Home Depot and Shell. Alumni have filled positions such as:

Software Engineer
Senior Data Analyst
Credit and Fraud Risk Analytics Manager
Microsoft Exchange Engineer
Program Analyst

Systems Architect
IT Security Analyst
Automation Engineer
College Instructor
IT Service Technician

Programme Structure

Courses include:

IT Governance

Information Technology Research Methods

IT Project Management

Selected Topics in Information Technology

Data Analytics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Statesboro, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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GMAT

Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed requirements for the Bachelor’s degree at a college or university accredited by the proper regional accrediting association.
An undergraduate degree or the equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science/Engineering, or Information Systems, or a closely related field of study.
A 3.00 (4.0 scale) cumulative grade point average (GPA) or higher on courses in undergraduate work, or equivalent.
International students must meet College of Graduate Studies English Proficiency requirements.
In addition to the above requirements, admission to the Master of Science in Information Technology also requires:
a competitive score on the GRE or GMAT exam. The GRE or GMAT exam may be waived if the applicant has three or more years of work experience in IT or a closely related field.

Work experience

Two years of work experience in the IT field if the undergraduate degree is not in information technology, information systems, computer science/engineering or a closely related field

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

27844 USD / year

≈ 27844 USD / year
Out-of-State

27844 USD / year

≈ 27844 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6802 USD / year

≈ 6802 USD / year

Living costs

Statesboro

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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

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