Overview

The Information Science and Technology program at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee addresses two critical areas of modern information technology: data science and information security. You’ll master managing complex data and making decisions, preparing you for leadership roles. Simultaneously, the program emphasizes the importance of protecting sensitive information in an increasingly digital world.

Career

Graduates of the online MSIST program at UWM pursue a wide range of careers in the information technology sector and beyond, from health care and finance to consulting and cybersecurity. Below is a list of some of the roles our graduates have obtained, showcasing the many opportunities available to you.

Assistant Director Software Engineering – Northwestern Mutual

Business Growth Consultant – Fresh Coast Labs

Cyber Security Analyst – Douglas Dynamics

Director of IT – Wisconsin Club

Information Technology System Analyst – Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

IT Service Support Analyst – Marquette University

IT Support Specialist – IEWC

Lab Information Systems Analyst – Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin

Laboratory Operations Analyst II – Tempus Labs

Programming Analyst – FIS

Senior Consultant – Booz Allen Hamilton

Senior Database Engineer – Northwestern Mutual

Senior Technical Analyst – vcpi, a DAS Health Company

Senior Model Risk Auditor – Santander

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Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Software Development Life Cycle

Survey of Information Security

Project Design, Implementation and Evaluation

Programming for Business Analytics

Problem-Solving with Object-Oriented Programming

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

4.5

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Milwaukee, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

4.5

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25024 USD / year

≈ 25024 USD / year

Living costs

Milwaukee

United States

1066 - 1767 USD / month

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

Funding

UWM supports many of our graduate students through teaching, project and research assistantships, which are offered directly by the program. UWM offers additional scholarship opportunities through our Scholarship Portal.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Milwaukee

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