Information Systems Degree

The information systems degree program at Shorter 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 Georgia colleges that offer information systems degrees.

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Shorter University (Shorter)

3219 College Street, Savannah, GA

Shorter provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Rome, Georgia and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Shorter exceeds a thousand annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Shorter offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken to apply to Shorter University. Scores in a range of 18 - 24 on the ACT or 1260 - 1630 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for admission. Shorter University admits about 60 percent of applicants yearly. Of those students admitted, around 32 percent of students registered for enrollment.

The cost of tuition is approximately $20,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Student housing is available for students, which costs approximately $5,100 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)
• Lacrosse (NAIA Division I)

Students may visit the Shorter University website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, student services, and more that is available at this school.

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

• Savannah, GA
  • Total Employment: 80
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $113160

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).