Information Systems Degree

The information systems degree program at Robert Morris 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.

Robert Morris University

4207 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA

RMU provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Moon Township, PA and operated as a private institution. RMU has a yearly student enrollment of over 5,000.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Communications And Journalism
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. The most common standardized test scores among students accepted to RMU are within the range of 20 - 25 for the ACT exam, or 1340 - 1660 on the SAT exam. An estimated 80 percent of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 19 percent of those accepted choosing to attend.

Tuition is approximately $25,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,800 for the year. Some students at RMU may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Robert Morris University Colonials participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, within the NCAA. Sports available may include the following:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division I-AA)

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and much more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.rmu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Information Systems Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Robert Morris University has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 840
  • Average Hourly Rate: $63.02
  • Average Annual Salary: $131090
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $73.19
  • Average Annual Salary: $152240
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $77.14
  • Average Annual Salary: $160440

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).