Major Overview for Information Technology

Colleges Browse South Dakota Majors Computer and information sciences and support services Information Technology

Overview for Information Technology A program that focuses on the design of technological information systems, including computing systems, as solutions to business and research data and communications support needs. Includes instruction in the principles of computer hardware and software components, algorithms, databases, telecommunications, user tactics, application testing, and human interface design. Careers for Information Technology Majors A major in Information Technology is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided. Computer Software Engineers, Applications - $87,900 Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software - $94,520 Computer Systems Analysts - $78,830 Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts - $73,830

Top 6 South Dakota Colleges with the highest percentage of Information Technology among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

Add	Info	College Name	Degrees Awarded/ Percentage	Selectivity	Tuition
		Colorado Technical University of Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD	19 (14.6%)
		National American University-Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD	1 (4.8%)
		National American University-Ellsworth AFB Extension Ellsworth AFB, SD	1 (4.5%)
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		Dakota State University Madison, SD	7 (3.6%)
		National American University-Rapid City Rapid City, SD	5 (3.2%)
		Mount Marty College Yankton, SD	2 (1.2%)
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.