Information Technology

What is information technology?

OSU-OKC’s Information Technology program offers a dynamic pathway from foundational technical support to advanced systems architecture. Students can choose between specialized tracks in Cybersecurity or Software Development, moving from the hands-on Associate of Applied Science (AAS) to the leadership-focused Bachelor of Technology (BT). Whether you are defending digital infrastructure from global threats or engineering the next generation of business applications, this program provides the industry-aligned skills and certification readiness required to lead in a cloud-first, AI-driven world.

Why information technology?

In 2026, IT is no longer just a support function; it is the engine of global commerce and security. As organizations migrate to hybrid cloud environments and face increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, the demand for "stackable" expertise has reached an all-time high.

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Career Paths

Cybersecurity Technician
Junior Security Analyst
Network Support
Junior Developer
Web Developer
Software Support Technician
Software Engineer
Systems Architect
Full-Stack Developer

Cybersecurity Path

Protect critical infrastructure in a field with a 29% national growth rate and local median salaries for analysts reaching $82,869. Regional Outlook: Oklahoma median salaries for Information Security Analysts now sit at approximately $92,000.

Software Development Path

Design and maintain the applications that power modern industry, entering a sector where regional demand for developers remains a "Critical Occupation" with median earnings of $104,030. Regional Outlook: Software developers in Oklahoma are currently in a "Critical Occupation" category with median earnings of $95,000.

AAS to BT Ladder

Start your career quickly with a two-year associate degree or continue into the Bachelor of Technology to unlock management roles and senior engineering positions, ensuring your career remains future-proof.

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Embedded Certificates

Computer Support Technician Degree Sheet

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For more information, contact:

Information Systems and Technologies Department
900 N. Portland Ave.
Business Technologies Building, 1st Floor
(405) 945-3233
diana.biswell@okstate.edu

Oklahoma State University

Oklahoma City

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