Capella University

Step up and lead. Earn your degree at Capella University.

Capella University offers online degrees in the fields of business management, health care, higher education, human resources, information technology, mental health, K-12 education, public safety and public administration, social work, and public service leadership. An accredited university, Capella delivers a challenging education to more than 30,000 students in all 50 states and 45 other countries.

Capella combines outstanding academics with a supportive faculty and staff in a program designed for working adults. And with federal loan programs and scholarships available, 3 out of 4 Capella students receive financial aid.

An education that blends theory and practice to fuel your career

Capella University admissions requirements

Admissions requirements vary by program and specialization. International applicants residing outside the United States, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, or the Virgin Islands are not eligible for acceptance into programs requiring supervised clinical internships or practica within the Schools of Education, Human Services, and Psychology.

Financial aid at Capella University

Three in four Capella students receive financial aid to cover their expenses. Capella participates in several federal financial aid programs including the Federal Pell Grant Program and Federal Stafford Loan Program. Capella is also eligible to certify Veterans Educational Benefits and can provide information on other non-federal loan programs.

Capella-funded scholarships are also available in select disciplines, such as the Robert C. Ford Human Services Scholarship and the Helene Krivosha Scholarship for education students. There are also external scholarships offered specifically to Capella students, such as the Go the Distance Scholarship.

Capella University accreditation

Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), www.ncahlc.org.

Learn more about our 42 PhD, PsyD, DPA, DBA, DSW, DrPH, DHA, EdD, EdS, MS, MSN, MPA, MPH, MHA, MBA, MPH, BS, and BPA degree programs and 132 specializations by filling out the form today.

Advance your IT career by earning a degree online

Capella University's Information Technology programs that combine advanced IT knowledge with a strong business focus—a powerful combination for IT leaders. These programs are designed to be relevant to leading industry and government agency standards.

Capella offers BS and MS programs in Information Technology with specializations in Project Management with PMI® GAC accreditation, as well as specializations in Information Security at the BS, MS, and PhD levels. Capella also is designated a Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance and Security by the National Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security.

Additional specializations include:

• Software Architecture (BS)
• Network Architecture (MS)
• General Information Technology (BS/MS/PhD)
• Health Informatics (BS)

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Information Technology - Network Technology

Growing regulation of internal information controls and increased security concerns have helped made network technology expertise one of the highest demand skills across all industries. This online bachelor's specialization will help prepare you to pursue this hot career opportunity through network technology classes and hands-on learning in network administration, design, and security. The course work is designed to prepare you to take certification tests from Microsoft, Cisco, and other leading technology organizations, and provide the knowledge necessary to design, maintain, and troubleshoot Internet, intranet, and extranet connections, including local- and wide-area networks. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing technical specialist positions designing, implementing, and maintaining networks in both the public and private sector.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Information Technology Management

With the expanded use of Information Technology in all facets of business, including e-commerce, skilled professionals who possess both Information Technology and business expertise are in high demand. This Information Technology Management MBA is designed to help you develop the skills you need to leverage Information Technology to enhance business competitiveness, assess the impact of advances in technology on business, and interact effectively with executive management as a strategic business partner. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing management and director-level positions in IT functions that require both Information Technology and business expertise.

Master of Science (MS) in Information Technology - Business Analysis

Strengthen your credentials in the fast-growing field of business analysis, which demands a combination of strong business and IT skills. Based on the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK) from the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), the curriculum covers such topics as eliciting and analyzing business needs; determining, developing, and communicating IT project requirements; and implementing and monitoring IT solutions that meet business goals. Capella's Business Analysis specialization provides a unique opportunity to develop these skills online. People who choose this specialization are often interested in pursuing staff or consulting positions as business or computer system analysts.

Review of this specialization is pending in AR, AZ, KY, OH, SC, and WA.

Master of Science (MS) in Information Technology - Enterprise Software Architecture

Develop the diverse IT and business skills you need to master this emerging, in-demand occupation that focuses on aligning enterprise-wide IT solutions with business strategies. In this Enterprise Software Architecture specialization, you will analyze IT problems in distributed enterprises and refine your ability to design, propose, implement, and manage solutions using technologies such as service-oriented architecture (SOA), distributed databases, and Web services. You will have access to Capella's Virtual Lab Environment, which allows you to develop and test technology projects in an environment that closely mirrors real-life settings. People who choose this specialization are often working IT professionals who want to pursue careers as systems architects, technical officers, or software engineers.

Master of Science (MS) in Information Technology - Health Information Management

Electronic recordkeeping and patient privacy mandates have created an increased demand for IT professionals in health care settings. This Health Information Management master's specialization offers health care-focused course work on information systems, databases, system security, data analysis, system support, and strategic management, along with overviews of important IT and business topics. Built around the competencies outlined by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Information and Information Management (CAHIIM), this specialization is designed to help you use information management and security to support efficient, accurate health care delivery and management. People who choose this specialization are often IT professionals pursuing health information management or consulting positions in hospitals, clinics, and health care systems.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Information Technology - Information Technology Education

Postsecondary teaching is one of the top two fastest-growing doctoral level occupations, and the need is particularly acute in popular, fast-growing fields of study, such as IT. Position yourself to take advantage of these opportunities through the PhD in IT program that offers one of the few specializations in IT education. The specialization combines in-depth analysis, critical thinking, research, and scholarly writing with skill development in advanced teaching techniques and curriculum design. Specialization outcomes were reviewed by faculty participating in the Association for Computing Machinery's Special Interest Group for IT Education (SIGITE). As part of this specialization, you may apply for and receive a Post-Master's Certificate in College Teaching from Capella, as well as your PhD. People who choose this specialization are often postsecondary IT instructors seeking advancement, or IT professionals who want to teach or consult.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Information Technology - Management

Break new ground within the growing field of IT management through your own doctoral research and advanced academic study into the interdependence of business and IT strategy. This PhD specialization offers a curriculum that balances study of advanced management theory and practice with key IT planning and delivery strategies, offering the knowledge and leadership skills you need to pioneer innovative solutions to complex IT issues within today's fast-moving business environment. People who choose this specialization are often pursuing chief information or technology officer, higher education faculty, or consulting positions in the field of IT management.

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