Online M.S. in Information Technology

Advance Your Career as an IT Leader

Take the Next Step Toward Achieving Your Goals

With the online M.S. in Information Technology degree from the University of West Florida, you can prepare for management and leadership roles across the technology field. The curriculum combines core IT topics with experiential learning and elective options for specializing your education, providing strong foundational knowledge and real-world application for workplace success. You will learn from expert faculty as you deepen your understanding of existing and emerging technologies.

U.S. News & World Report ranked this program No. 39 on the “Best Online Master’s in Information Technology Programs” list in 2023.

At UWF, we strive to provide multiple pathways to transfer credit, so you can complete your degree faster. Military experience or credit you’ve earned toward health-related certifications or licensures may transfer as credit toward your degree. With multiple start dates a year, you can begin your healthcare administration program online when it’s best for you.

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Innovative and Customizable IT Curriculum

With UWF’s online IT degree, you can gain a competitive edge for your career by developing knowledge, skills and abilities focusing on emerging technology trends. The program includes 30 credit hours, including nine elective credit hours for tailoring the degree to your ambitions. The elective options include advanced big data analytics, cloud computing architecture and security, data mining and data warehousing.

With UWF’s online M.S. in Information Technology program, you will access:

Convenient Online Courses

UWF delivers this program entirely online, allowing you to learn on a convenient schedule.

Customized Learning

Nine program electives allow you to tailor your program to align with your professional goals and interests.

Personal Attention

Receive individualized attention from expert faculty with years of relevant experience.

Discover the Convenience of UWF’s Online Programs

With our online programs, you can easily fit your studies into your busy schedule while building a solid foundation in the skills you need to succeed in your career. Our experienced faculty teach in a personalized environment, leveraging innovative learning strategies to help you grasp concepts. You will also have access to a wealth of resources that encourage your success from enrollment through graduation.

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Stand Out for Lucrative IT Careers

Employment growth for IT occupations in the U.S. is projected to add about 356,700 openings each year from 2023 to 2033. In addition, the 2023 median annual salary for these roles exceeds $104,000, more than double the average for all jobs in the U.S. By seeking your master’s in information technology degree online with UWF, you can gain qualifications for these high-skill, high-demand positions.

Information Technology Careers

  1. Computer and Information Systems Managers: $169,510 per year
  2. Software Developers: $132,270 per year
  3. Database Administrators and Architects: $117,450 per year
  4. Computer Systems Analysts: $103,800 per year
  5. Network and Computer Systems Administrators: $95,360 per year

Employment projections and median salary figures (as of 2023) are from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

About UWF Online

With a history of more than 50 years of leadership in education, UWF offers academic degrees with a mission to create the next generation of big thinkers. Based in Pensacola, our forward-thinking online degree and certificate programs prepare students for success through creative, collaborative learning experiences.

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