Study For Your BS in Information Technology Near Chicago

With a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Governors State University, a Cisco Networking Academy located just 40 minutes from Chicago, IL, you will be equipped to build, maintain, and protect information systems. In our program, students develop hands-on experience through exposure to components such as virtualization software, Microsoft Server 2016 and 2019, Linux Operating Systems, Cisco switches and routers, and pfSense firewalls.. Outside of the classroom workshops are offered to students in industry leading certifications, allowing them to prepare for key industry certification examinations.

IT students work closely with related programs in Computer Science, Criminal Justice, and Management Information Systems, allowing you to tailor your degree to your career interests.

Why Study Information Technology?

There are many areas of study, so why choose information technology? Here are just a few reasons:

Reach Your Career Goals

Employment in computer and IT occupations is forecasted to grow by 11% over the next decade. This growth is much faster than the average for all occupations. (Bureau of Labor Statistics). This is largely in part to the  increased use of cloud computing and virtualization utilization, big data needs, a continued need for information security graduates are prepared to enter the private, government, or nonprofit sectors or pursue graduate studies.