Information Systems Degree

The information systems degree program at Gannon University prepares students instruction on providing and managing data systems and other facilities to process and retrieve internal business information, as well as to respond to external data requests. Students who graduate from the information systems degree program may go on to pursue careers in IT as consultants, cloud computing architects, computer forensic investigators, and more. Courses include cost and accounting information systems, personnel information systems, data storage and security, business systems networking, and more. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer information systems degrees.

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Gannon University

Also known as Franklin & Marshall College

College Ave, Lancaster, PA

Gannon University is a nonprofit private school that has a large selection of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Erie, Pennsylvania, in a predominantly urban area. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Gannon University has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 4,200.

Students may select from a few areas of study, including:

• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Engineering
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Students may take either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at Gannon University. A score in a range of 910 to 1150 on the SAT, or 20 to 25 for the ACT is common among admitted students. Roughly 90% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 22% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is nearly $29,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $5,900 each year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Gannon University Golden Knights participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the school's http://www.gannon.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Information Systems Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Gannon University offers a bachelor's degree program in information systems.

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.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, computer and information systems managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 15.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Lancaster, PA
  • Total Employment: 260
  • Average Hourly Rate: $50.53
  • Average Annual Salary: $105090

Computer Programmers

Description

Create, modify, and test the code, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run. Work from specifications drawn up by software developers or other individuals. May assist software developers by analyzing user needs and designing software solutions. May develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.

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