Information Technology M.S.
Through the University of West Florida’s Master of Science in Information Technology degree program, you will acquire the critical skills that an IT professional needs to move into leadership roles and increase your salary potential.
The Information Technology M.S. program will equip you with the skills to analyze, design, develop, and manage IT systems and solutions. You will learn to assess various options, develop strategic plans to address system performance and security challenges, and efficiently lead IT projects to successful outcomes.
Taught by experienced faculty with expertise in networks, database management, data mining and academic research, the Information Technology M.S. program gives you a well-rounded education that deepens your knowledge in a variety of existing and emerging technologies.
Campus Information
Pensacola
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
At the University of West Florida, we believe in the power of higher education to drive change. We see that impact on campus, in our region, across the state and around the world.
Our students confront challenges head-on, working collaboratively to solve them. Our faculty give them the tools to navigate choppy waters and the courage to seek new horizons.
Based in Pensacola, we have additional locations in the region and an ever-growing global online presence. We've awarded more than 100,000 degrees from 110+ undergraduate, graduate and doctoral programs.
Our alumni network is more than 90,000 Argos strong. We lead the Gulf South Conference in all-time championships and all-sports trophies. We're a major driver of economic impact in Northwest Florida and beyond, generating approximately $1 billion in total annual sales across the Florida economy.
UWF is more than a university. It’s a symbol of success, commitment to lifelong learning and boundless potential.
The University of West Florida offers a comprehensive benefit package for health, dental, vision, hospitalization, and supplemental insurance benefits for state employees (including eligible OPS employees), retirees and their eligible dependents.
The University of West Florida offers State of Florida Group Health Insurance coverage as an optional benefit for all qualified OPS Staff employees. OPS Employees who meet the measuring guidelines will be notified by People First to elect coverage.
Employees of the University of West Florida have access to a variety of retirement planning resources. All employees in established, eligible positions are members of the Florida Retirement System from their first day of employment.
The University of West Florida offers other additional perks such as Awards, Educational Opportunities, an Employee Assistance Program, Financial Planning, Holidays, access to recreational and wellness activities, and much more.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Test Type Score
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- iBt - 71
- Essentials - 7.5
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 6.0
- Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) B2
- Duolingo English Test (DET) 95
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) 50
- Cambridge English Language Assessment (CELA) 170
- Oxford Online Placement Test B2
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
62220 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 30 USD