17:1

Student-to-faculty ratio

R1 Ranked

NDSU is a nationally top-ranked research university

94%

Recent graduates employed or continuing education

#1

North Dakota University with the Best Student Life

NDSU’s information technology program provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's technology-driven world. By blending hands-on experience with theoretical principles, you’ll gain the confidence to solve complex problems and navigate the rapidly evolving IT landscape. The program focuses on both system technologies—cloud and physical — and application development, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the field. NDSU’s strong leadership in computer networking, along with partnerships in high-level research, will position you for success in a wide range of IT careers.

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Post-Graduation Career Snapshot

Explore career possibilities within the first five years after graduation with a list of high-demand occupations. Discover how you can advance into more specialized or leadership roles through examples of potential career pathways.

High Demand Occupations

  • Network Engineer
  • Business Systems Analyst
  • IT Specialist
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Technical Support Engineer

National Median Salary

$95,100
The median salary is based on national job listings for the above occupations that require five years experience or less.

Future Career Pathways

As you gain experience, you can advance into more specialized or leadership roles. Here are pathway occupations you might explore:
  • Systems Administrator
  • Data Governance Manager
  • Network Administrator
Data sourced from Lightcast, a leading provider of labor market analytics and workforce data. 2025.

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Shape Your Future

NDSU students are encouraged to collaborate with an advisor and develop a unique program of study that meets their specific interests.

Unlock the cloud with AWS, Azure and GCP

The cloud is no longer a futuristic concept; it's the backbone of modern computing. Imagine building scalable applications, managing data storage across the globe and mastering cutting-edge cloud services.

Master the art of data engineering

Learn how to collect, store, analyze and interpret data to make informed decisions.

Cybersecurity courses to secure your future

Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to defend against cyber threats and protect sensitive data.

Build modern websites with web frameworks

Level-up the skills needed to build modern, dynamic and user-friendly websites.

Tuition & Costs

NDSU offers a high-quality, academically rigorous education at an affordable cost. To support you in covering tuition and expenses, we provide a wide range of need-based and merit-based scholarships and financial aid options.

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At NDSU, we welcome students from all backgrounds who are seeking a dynamic learning environment within a supportive, welcoming community.

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Computer Science

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College of Engineering