Information Systems Degree

The information systems degree program at Castleton State College 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 Vermont colleges that offer information systems degrees.

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Castleton State College (Bennington)

One College Drive, Bennington, VT

Castleton State College, a public institution, offers a variety of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Castleton, VT, the campus resides in a rural setting for students to study in. Castleton State College has a yearly student enrollment of about 2,200.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Public Administration And Social Services

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1290 to 1580 on the SAT and in a range of 18 to 22 for the ACT exam is common among students accepted to this school. Approximately 90 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Castleton State College, with 28 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay close to $10,000 and nonresidents pay $23,000 per year. On-campus housing is available for students, and generally costs around $5,500 per year. Students at this school may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.

The Castleton State College "Spartans" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

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

Students who wish to view more about Castleton State College can visit their website at http://www.castleton.edu.

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

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).