Online Associate Degree in Information Technology

What will I learn in this program?

From your first class, you'll get hands-on with real tech, learning IT fundamentals like troubleshooting hardware, configuring operating systems (Windows, Linux, Mac), managing mobile devices, and understanding cloud basics with Amazon Web Services. You'll prepare directly for important certifications like:

• CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• LPI Linux Essentials

As you progress, you'll dive deeper into building and securing networks, managing servers, and deploying secure cloud infrastructure. General education courses also strengthen your critical thinking and communication skills – essential for moving up quickly in the tech world.

By graduation, you'll have proven skills to put on your resume, thorough preparation for industry certifications, and the confidence to jump into roles in fields like IT support, network administration, cybersecurity, and cloud infrastructure.

Industry certifications

Preparation for a range of highly sought-after industry certifications is built into the Campus IT degree program. Students who successfully complete the program will be prepared to sit for the following certification exams:

• CompTIA A+ Core 1
• CompTIA A+ Core 2
• CompTIA Network+
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• LPI Linux Essentials

What are careers for Information Technology Graduates?

This program helps graduates prepare for the following roles and careers:

• Junior Network Administrator: Manage and secure network infrastructure.
• Junior Systems Specialist: Oversee server and operating system maintenance.
• Junior Database Administrator: Ensure data integrity and security.
• Cybersecurity Specialist: Protect organizational systems and data from threats.

Program Costs

Grants and other forms of tuition assistance are available to those who qualify. To find out what you're eligible for, contact an admissions advisor.

Tuition and Fees

Admissions Registration Fee: $0
Full Program Tuition: $19,520
Books and Supplies: Included in Tuition
Total: $19,520

Students enrolled in 7+ credits a quarter pay a simple, flat-rate tuition of $2,440. Those taking 6 credits or less a quarter pay just $200 per credit hour.

*Students completing three quarters per year will complete the program in 2.5 years.
**Most Campus students attend classes during all four quarters of the year.

We charge a one-time, refundable $25 enrollment deposit to reserve a seat in the program. The deposit may be paid using most major payment methods, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, ACH bank transfers, Amazon Pay, and services like Cash App. The deposit is refundable to students who (1) remain enrolled through the second week of their second term and (2) attend at least one class during that period. The deposit is non-refundable for students who submit payment but do not enroll or fail to meet the above conditions.

Meet your professors

You'll benefit from access to professors who also teach at some of the best colleges in the country, including Columbia, Northwestern, and more. Campus professors are subject experts who bring a variety of online and industry experience to the virtual classroom. Elevate your online learning experience through dynamic live sessions and optional office hours each week.

Learn more about our world-class faculty.

Ricardo De La Cruz
Also teaches at:

Columbia

Theresa Walsh
Also teaches at:

UC Davis

Theo Kayat
Also teaches at:

Northwestern

Program courses

Degree overview

Students in the online associate degree in information technology program must complete at least 92 credit hours in order to earn their A.S. in Information Technology. Below is an example sequence of courses for the program, on an eight-quarter graduating schedule.

Quarters are 11 weeks long, including 10 weeks of classes and a final exam week.

Note: The actual sequence of courses may vary per student.

Course descriptions

Student experience