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FlexPath lets you finish the degree you started, with a bachelor’s in IT in 22 months for $20,000.*
*Based on fastest 25 percent of students. Your program length and cost will vary by your degree program, transfer credits, the per-session cost, and how quickly you complete courses. Books, supplies, and other fees apply.
BS in IT program specializations
Discover the IT specialization that’s right for you, and explore admissions requirements, costs, and courses.
We believe in being transparent about the real cost, time, and value of a Capella degree. Learn more about Capella’s learning outcomes.
Accredited & recognized
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Accreditation and recognitions provide the assurance we meet standards for quality of faculty, curriculum, learner services, and fiscal stability. See all of our accreditations and recognitions.
The Capella difference
Prepare to advance in your IT career.
Industry certifications
Gain the skills and knowledge needed to take select certification exams from PMI, CompTIA, Microsoft©, and Cisco©, and earn vouchers to take them at no cost.
Apply what you know
Earn credits through prior learning assessment when you demonstrate mastery of IT competencies. You may also be eligible to transfer and apply credits for previous coursework or certifications.
Learn with IT faculty and hands-on experience
Get hands-on experience with industry tools through virtual labs, interactive simulations, real-world capstone projects, and innovative resources taught by experienced IT faculty.
Reduce your tuition by $15,000
Enroll in a qualified program and apply for a $15K Capella Progress Reward, a scholarship to help fund your bachelor’s degree.
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Gen ed courses included
Capella students receive access to ACE-recommended courses for college credit from our affiliate, Sophia Learning.*
Earn badges and undergraduate certificates
In your program, you have the opportunity to earn undergraduate certificates and badges that highlight your acquired knowledge.
*All transfer and PLA credit must be completed prior to starting any program in the FlexPath format. Any professional certification or external courses taken concurrently with FlexPath enrollment cannot be recognized in the Capella degree program.
“I’m doing this for me. I also want to get a master’s and a doctorate. I fell into IT by accident, but I’ve always loved it...My work experience certainly has gaps. What’s great is that I can take courses to fill these gaps and work as hard as I can, at my pace.”
Lisa Dowdell*
BS and MS in IT; currently working on her PhD
*Actual Capella graduate who agreed to appear in our promotional materials.
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