Information Technology

Keiser University’s Associate of Science in Information Technology provides comprehensive training in network administration and cybersecurity. Students learn to plan, test, implement, and troubleshoot computer systems and data communications. The degree program offers hands-on collaborative learning based on industry-led criteria, preparing you to sit for industry certifications that many employers value.
 
This information technology degree covers essential topics including computer service and support, operating systems, network essentials, information security principles, cloud computing, and server administration. You gain experience with both Windows and Linux multi-user operating systems while developing the technical and communication abilities needed for IT job success.

Program Mission

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Information Technology prepares students for entry-level positions in the field of Networking Administration or Cybersecurity. Through hands-on activities, the program offers the students direct experience with information used in the field. The program also offers several concentrations that prepare students to sit for industry accepted competency examinations.

Program Goals

1. Students will develop foundational knowledge of Information Technology practices and procedures to support continuous organizational improvement activities.
2. Students will assess issues affecting technology environments and human behaviors to determine best practices to solve complex problems.
3. Networking Concentration: Students will master new and existing infrastructures to provide highly available network connectivity.
4. Cybersecurity Concentration: Students will survey management controls to govern, identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover from cyber risk.

Program Highlights

• Industry-accepted competency examinations preparation
• Hands-on training with current IT tools and technologies
• Small class sizes for personalized attention
• Flexible scheduling with online, on-campus, and hybrid learning options
• Pathway to bachelor’s degree in information technology or related fields
• Career-focused curriculum designed with input from IT industry professionals
• Access to computer labs with professional-grade equipment

Gain Job-Ready Skills for an IT Career

• Network configuration and troubleshooting
• Operating systems administration
• Cybersecurity principles and practices
• Cloud computing fundamentals
• Technical documentation and communication
• Customer service and problem-solving
• Computer hardware and software support
• Information security protocols
• Database fundamentals
• Critical thinking and analytical reasoning

Keiser University offers career-focused degree programs designed to support working adults, traditional students, and career changers. With on-campus, online, and hybrid learning options, experienced faculty, and comprehensive student support, Keiser helps learners achieve their personal and professional goals at all levels.

Applicants desiring to enter Keiser University must submit an application to the Admissions Office well in advance of the start date. This permits proper scheduling and assures availability of classroom space. Applications for winter, spring or fall semesters should be made as early as possible, as these entry dates are normally the time of greatest enrollment.

For students enrolling at Keiser University, credit for courses or degrees completed at another institution is subject to approval by the Dean of Academic Affairs. These courses or degrees must be similar in content and duration to those offered in the program for which an applicant has applied. The Dean of Academic Affairs makes the final decision of accepted transfer credits from the received transcript. However, only courses listed on official transcripts receive permanent official transfer credit. (To grant such credit, Keiser University must receive official transcripts--- those mailed directly to Keiser University by the previous institution---by the end of a student’s first semester.) Keiser University requires that, at a minimum, a student complete the final 25% of a program through the University. Active duty, reservists, and National Guard service members who are students can complete at a minimum 25% of a program at any time through the University and graduate. Transfer students are informed in writing of any credits accepted as transferable. Preliminary notification is presented, in most cases, prior to enrollment but in no case later than the end of a transfer student's first semester. Students are responsible for having official transcripts sent to Keiser University from their former institution(s). It may be necessary for students to forfeit some previously earned credit in the transfer process since college philosophies, objectives and programs may vary and change from year to year. Therefore, Keiser University makes no blanket statement or promise of acceptance of credits from any other institution.

Keiser University accepts transfer credits applicable to an applicant's program of study from other institutions recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE). Keiser University accepts transfer of associate degrees that, upon evaluation, include the appropriate major course distribution without time limitations.

Transfer credits are granted only for courses in which a grade of "C" or higher was earned (2.0 on a 4.0 scale).

Keiser University students take one class at a time. Keiser University term lengths are 4-week, 8-week and 16-week.

Keiser University publishes this program as approximately 20 months and 60 credit hours.

Keiser University lists this program as available on campus, Online and Hybrid.

Tuition is charged per 16-week semester according to the credit hours scheduled.

Keiser University charges tuition per 16-week semester according to the number of credit hours scheduled, not per program. The rates below are the university’s published Flagship (Residential) campus Tuition and Fee Disclosure, effective Fall Semester 2026, and are subject to annual review.

Required fees

• Tuition deposit — $150.00, refundable before May 1 for fall and November 1 for spring
• Housing deposit — $250.00, refundable before July 1 for fall and December 1 for spring
• Education fee — $976.00 per semester, for programmatic participation and facilities resources
• Technology fee — $309.00 per semester
• Health insurance — $2,169.00 per academic year, or $1,370.00 for spring and summer only

Other fees are charged per occurrence: withdrawal $100.00, orientation $100.00, re-entry $150.00, car permit $50.00 ($15.00 for an additional permit), returned check $40.00, dorm key replacement $30.00, library late fee $10.00, student ID replacement $30.00, late payment $25.00 and transcript $10.00. Program supplies and kits vary by program; textbooks are estimated at up to $2,000.00 per semester.

Financial aid

Keiser University participates in federal Title IV financial aid. Students seeking aid complete the FAFSA using the university’s federal school code, 015159.

Estimated Student Costs

Required and Optional Fees for Programs: Fees are costs set by the university in addition to tuition (and room and board, if applicable). These fees may be required for your program or optional depending on the courses you take, and they support the costs associated with completing an approved program of study. Fees are defined in the school’s catalog or supplement and listed on the school’s billing statement or invoice. Fees that are optional will not be paid using GI Bill® benefits and will be the responsibility of the student choosing these additional options. For additional guidance, please see your Program Director or Admissions Counselor.

Graduates of Keiser University’s IT associate degree prepare for entry-level positions across the technology sector. This applied science degree supports your career goals by building fundamental knowledge of computer networks, operating systems, and security measures. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects strong job growth for support specialists and related information technology occupations, with many employers seeking candidates who hold industry certifications and demonstrate technical skills.

Career Pathways in Information Technology

• Help desk technician
• IT support specialist
• Service desk analyst
• Network support specialist
• Network operations technician
• Junior network administrator

• Local area networks technician
• Information security assistant
• IT security specialist
• Systems administrator
• Cloud support specialist
• Web support technician

Placement Rate

Keiser University publishes the following in its 2025 Undergraduate Placement Rates report for AS Information Technology.

Keiser University’s notes on this report: “Does not include international campuses.” “Report as of April 2026, 16.43% has been verified through 3rd party.”

Although Keiser University provides employment placement assistance, it cannot promise or guarantee employment.

Keiser University’s information technology programs prepare you for entry-level IT roles through practical, hands-on education. With flexible online and on-campus options, our associate degree in information technology aligns with your career goals and schedule. Whether you’re entering the IT field for the first time or transitioning from another industry, Keiser provides the technical knowledge and professional skills needed to succeed in today’s technology-driven workplace.