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Which information technology degree program is right for you?

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Factors to Consider When Choosing an Information Technology Degree Program

Are the school's technology graduates successful in landing the types of IT jobs you'd like to find for yourself? Often the Office of Career Services will have detailed job-placement statistics available.
Is the computer curriculum as broadly or as narrowly focused (or as flexible) as you'd like?
Is the class schedule flexible enough for you to meet your other commitments? Is there an option to do all or part of your information technology degree online?
Do the accommodations (classrooms, media centers, libraries, housing facilities, etc.) meet your needs? How do they compare to those of other schools?

Does the school have a Career Placement office that actively works to assist graduates in finding computer internships and jobs?
Is the school known for the high quality of its programs and graduates? Even if a school or program isn't top-ranked, it can still have a good reputation.
Are the class sizes small? Is the student-to-teacher ratio low?
Are the technology professors committed to teaching? Are they available outside of class?

Read though school websites and promotional material—or use the tools on this site to browse though schools, read about their computer programs, and request information.
Visit the school.
Talk with graduates of the program.
Sit in on classes.
Talk with IT and computer students and faculty.
Look over the technology curriculum of the information technology degree you're interested in. Then consult the school's catalog to study the relevant course descriptions. How do they compare to other schools you've been considering?

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