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MS in IT Program Specializations
Discover the IT master’s specialization that’s right for you, and explore admissions requirements, costs, and courses.
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The Capella Difference
Gain the advanced skills and knowledge to help build IT solutions and create business value.
Apply What You Know
Earn credits through Prior Learning Assessment when you demonstrate mastery of competencies; you may also be eligible to transfer credits from previous coursework.
Learn with IT Faculty and Hands-On Experience
Get hands-on experience with industry tools through virtual labs, interactive simulations, a real-world capstone project, and innovative resources taught by experienced IT faculty.
Take Certification Exams On Us
Pursue industry certifications. Capella offers eligible students certification exam vouchers from CompTIA, Cisco, Microsoft, SAS, and PMI.
Reduce Your Tuition by $5,000
Enroll in a qualified program and apply for a $5K Capella Progress Reward, a scholarship to help fund your master’s degree.
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Find the Balance Between Tech & People Skills
Focus on technology as you build soft skills, such as communicating tech ideas with nontech audiences, that can help you advance as a leader.
Prior Learning Assessment
Earn credits through prior learning assessment when you demonstrate mastery of competencies. You may also be eligible to transfer credits from previous coursework. Potential savings* of $13,850 on your Master of Science in Information Technology with your CISSP® – Certified Information Systems Security Professional. See what you could save on your IT degree.
*Savings inclusive of fees charged by Capella to evaluate and award academic credit for your prior learning. The documented credit fee of $50 is assessed each quarter you request documented credit. Capella reserves the right to change fees at any time.
MS in IT Career Insights
What to Look For in an Online IT Program
Interested in pursuing an online IT degree? Discover three key features to look for in a program, and why they are important.
How to Start and Grow Your IT Career
From degrees and certifications to gaining and maintaining in-demand skills, here’s a quick guide to a future in information technology.
Information Technology MBA vs. MS
Interested in pursuing an advanced information technology degree? Compare an MBA and MS.
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