2020 Most Affordable Online Master's in Information Technology
The 23 schools in this list represent the most affordable options for obtaining an online master's degree in information technology. In first place, Middle Georgia State University is the most affordable school, with a tuition rate of $3,825. Courses for MGA's program include Digital Evidence & Cybercrime, Digital Forensics, Distributed Enterprise Software, Ethical Hacking, Network and Cyber Security, and Public Health Informatics. Ranked #2, Northeastern State University offers a M.S. in Library Media & Information Technology at a tuition rate of $4,267 annually.
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| Rank | School | Annual Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Georgia State University | $3,825 | |
| Northeastern State University | $4,267 | |
| Kennesaw State University | $5,745 | |
| Trevecca Nazarene University | $5,925 | |
| University of North Alabama | $5,950 | |
| American Public University System | $6,300 | |
| Grantham University | $6,300 | |
| The University of West Florida | $6,375 | |
| University of the Potomac | $6,412 | |
| Southern Arkansas University | $6,600 | |
| Strayer University | $6,640 | |
| Western Governors University | $7,380 | |
| University of the Cumberlands | $7,750 | |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | $8,010 | |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | $8,336 | |
| Arizona State University | $8,512 | |
| Wilmington University | $8,784 | |
| Colorado State University Global | $9,000 | |
| Towson University | $9,367 | |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide | $10,335 | |
| Montclair State University | $10,492 | |
| Indiana University - Bloomington | $10,500 | |
| Bellevue University | $10,530 |
Middle Georgia State University Macon (GA)
Example Classes: Digital Evidence & Cybercrime, Digital Forensics, Distributed Enterprise Software, Ethical Hacking, Network and Cyber Security, Public Health Informatics |
Northeastern State University Tahlequah (OK)
Example Classes: Acquisition and Organization of Library Materials, Information Resources and Services, Leadership and Public Relations |
Kennesaw State University Kennesaw (GA)
Example Classes: Data Visualization, Database Security & Auditing, Health Information Security, Information Technology Policy and Law, Infrastructure Defense, Wireless Security |
Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville (TN)
Example Classes: Computer Based Instruction & Design for Learning, Copyright Laws for Online Learning and Development, Ethics and Culture Models for Learning Design, Instructional Design, Interactive and Digital Tools for Learning |
University of North Alabama Florence (AL)
Example Classes: Applied Research for Professionals, Organizations, Institutions, and Change, Professional Ethics in a Multicultural World |
American Public University System Charles Town (WV)
Example Classes: Advanced Digital Forensics, Cyber Ethics: Privacy and Intellectual Property, Intrusion Detection and Incident Handling, IT Project Management: Cost and Communications, IT Project Management: Quality and Risk, Object Oriented Applications: Integration, Quality Assurance, and Deployment |
Grantham University Kansas City (KS)
Example Classes: Data Communications, Emerging Technologies, Information Systems Strategic Planning, Information Technology Project Management, Project Management Integration Framework, Telecommunications |
The University of West Florida Pensacola (FL)
Example Classes: Data Visualization, Database Systems, Digital Media Analytics, Programming for Information Technology, Trends in Information Technology |
University of the Potomac Multiple Locations
Example Classes: Cloud Computing from the Ground Up, Data Analysis, Executive Leadership, Network Defense and Countermeasures, Strategic Management |
Southern Arkansas University Magnolia (AR)
Example Classes: Applied Cryptography, Data Structures and Algorithms, Decision Science, Machine Learning, Privacy Compliant Systems Design, Traceable Systems and Computer Forensics |
Strayer University Nationwide
Example Classes: Advanced Computer Architecture, Communication Technology, IT Project Leadership Strategies, IT Project Management, Strategic Planning For Database Systems |
Western Governors University Salt Lake City (UT)
Example Classes: Cyberlaw, Regulations, and Compliance, Disaster Recovery Planning, Prevention and Response, Information Technology Management, Power, Influence and Leadership, Technical Writing, Technological Globalization |
University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg (KY)
Example Classes: Analyzing and Visualizing Data, Business Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Operational Excellence, Organization Leadership and Decision Making |
University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham (AL)
Example Classes: Databases and Data Modeling, Informatics and Information Technology Review to Advance Care, Informatics Project Evaluation/Human Factors, Nursing Informatics Systems Analysis and Design |
University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro (NC)
Example Classes: Data Management, Information Security and Privacy, Telecommunications and Distributed Networks, Web Programming |
Arizona State University Tempe (AZ) (and 4 others)
Example Classes: Analyzing Big Data, Application Web Frameworks, Developing Security Policy, Information Analysis, Modeling, Representation & Communication (, Managing Intelligent Devices in an Enterprise Environment, Middleware Programming and Database Security |
Wilmington University New Castle (DE)
Example Classes: Analysis, Modeling, and Design, Data Communications and Networking, Data Management, IT Policy and Strategy, Project and Change Management |
Colorado State University Global Greenwood Village (CO)
Example Classes: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery, Ethical Considerations in Managing Information Technology, Information Systems and Security, Information Technology Auditing and Assurance, Management Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) Systems, Managing Virtualized and Cloud Systems |
Towson University Towson (MD)
Example Classes: Business Data Communications, Ethics, Law, and Policy in Cyberspace, Mobile Device Forensics, Software Requirements Engineering, Software Testing and Maintenance, Systems Development Process |
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide Daytona Beach (FL)
Example Classes: Change Management and Configuration Control, Global Information and Technology Management, Information Risk Management, Information Systems Strategic Planning, Systems Analysis and Design |
Montclair State University Montclair (NJ)
Example Classes: Computer Networks, Computer Security, Database Systems, Human-Computer Interaction, Web Development |
Indiana University - Bloomington Bloomington (IN)
Example Classes: Digital Ecosystem Infrastructure, Digital Technology and Innovation, Enterprise Data Management, IT risk and security management, Mobile platforms and technologies |
Bellevue University Bellevue (NE)
Example Classes: Computing Platforms and Network Technologies, Ethical Hacking and Response, Mobile Application Development, Planning, Designing and Implementing Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) Solutions, Security Architecture and Design, Software Testing and Quality |
