Governors State University
1 University Pkwy, University Park, IL 60484, United States

Governors State University is a public university in University Park, Illinois. The 750 acres campus is located 30 miles south of Chicago, Illinois. GSU was founded in 1969. It is a public university offering degree programs at the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral levels.

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Overview

There is a shortage of valuable knowledge present in the field of Information Technology. Earning your Master of Science in Information Technology (MS in IT) at Governors State University will prepare you to meet the high-demand for careers in senior-level positions. Learn from faculty who have industry experience and hold the certifications that will provide you with the necessary skills to succeed at any profession in the world of IT.

Benefits

There are many reasons why Governors State(s) MS in IT program is perfect for you:

In addition to having the most affordable graduate tuition in Chicagoland, Governors State is the only public university in the area offering a graduate degree in IT, which provides you the unique opportunity to gain an exceptional and accessible education.

  • Technology job growth in the Chicago area is booming with 6,000 jobs added in 2018 alone, and a 73% increase in fields like 5G and artificial intelligence, as originally reported by Downers Grove-based tech giant CompTIA.
  • Online, in-person, and hybrid courses are available so you can create a schedule that works best for you.

career paths

With a MS in IT, you will have the chance to advance your career, or even change it. Here are just a few of the potential opportunities that will become available with your degree:

  • Senior Data Engineer
  • Cyber Security Manager
  • Director of Software Engineering
  • Senior IT Project Manager
  • Business Intelligence Manager

Required Documents:

- Transcripts - All Previous Universities - Minimum GPA - 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale)

- Please include grading scale if available

- GSU now accepts 3 year degree(s) from India. 

- Proof of English proficiency

- TOEFL (80 - minimum sub-scores of 20 in each section)

- IELTS (6.0)

- Duolingo (95)

- PTE (53 - minimum sub-scores of 53 in each section)

-GRE/GMAT is optional for most programs.

-GMAT is strongly recommended for MS Business Analytics applicants

- Resume

- Statement of Purpose

- 3 Letters of Recommendation

- Copy of Passport

- NACES Evaluation Recommended - University reserves the right to ask for a NACES at a later date

Deadlines:

Most programs are on a rolling admission basis. However, the following programs have admission deadlines or limited admission periods: Communication, Media, and Performance; Communication Disorders; Counseling; Health Administration; Nursing; Occupational Therapy; Political and Justice Studies; Psychology; School Psychology; and Social Work. Refer to the specific major sections in this catalog for criteria and deadlines. Details on application to master level programs are found in the Graduate Admissions webpages of the Admissions Office

Fall - 1 July, Spring - 1 December

Please send the student details and documents to admissions@indoglobalstudies.org. IGS team will submit the application through channel partner.