Information Technology Degree

The information technology degree program at Endicott College teaches students the design of technological systems such as computing systems for the solution of business and research data and communications support needs. Students who graduate from the information technology degree program may pursue careers in IT technology, including IT network administrator, engineer, program manager, and more. Courses include principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, and more. Get more details below including other Massachusetts colleges that offer information technology degrees.

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Endicott College

400 The Fenway, Boston, MA

Endicott College is a nonprofit private institution located in Beverly, MA and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Approximately 4,100 students are enrolled annually at Endicott College.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Endicott College offers:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the school. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score within the range of 1480 to 1750 on the SAT, or 23 to 27 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. This school has an acceptance rate of around 59% of which only 28% decided to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $30,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's net price calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is about $9,700. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Endicott College "Gulls" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Information Technology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Endicott College offers a master's degree program in information technology.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Computer and Information Research Scientists

Description

Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.

Computer Systems Analysts

Description

Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to implement and improve computer systems. Analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.

Information Security Analysts

Description

Plan, implement, upgrade, or monitor security measures for the protection of computer networks and information. May ensure appropriate security controls are in place that will safeguard digital files and vital electronic infrastructure. May respond to computer security breaches and viruses.

Software Developers, Applications

Description

Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions. Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency. May analyze and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team. May supervise computer programmers.

Software Developers, Systems Software

Description

Research, design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications. Set operational specifications and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. Apply principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

Computer Network Architects

Description

Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).