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Program Overview
Enterprise technology does not run on theory—it operates under real-time demand. The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology equips students to architect, secure, and scale mission-critical digital infrastructure. Blending core systems theory with hands-on network administration, modern cloud engineering, and cybersecurity protocols, the curriculum prepares technical leaders to deploy high-availability systems, eliminate infrastructure bottlenecks, and safeguard enterprise operations.
Duration
4 Years
Flexible Schedule
Format ⓘ
In-person
On-Campus
Credits
120
Total credit hours
Transfer Credit
Up to 90
From accredited institutions
Average Class Size
18
Students per class
Your Journey Starts Here
Modern organizations do not just need basic technical support—they demand infrastructure architects. Located in Washington, D.C., Bay Atlantic University connects students directly to federal technology initiatives, defense networks, and enterprise hubs. Here, the capital’s tech corridor isn’t context—it’s coursework.
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MANAGING MODERN INFRASTRUCTURE
Reliable enterprise performance begins at the foundational layer. The curriculum moves students rapidly from bare-metal hardware and operating system administration to virtualized server clusters and scalable cloud architectures. Students build command over core network protocols, active directory structures, access controls, and systems automation. Rather than stopping at routine troubleshooting, you develop the architectural fluency needed to design, maintain, and govern resilient digital infrastructure from the ground up.
02
TECHNOLOGY IN ACTION
Classrooms should operate like live network operations centers, not lecture halls. Through the School of Information Science and Engineering (SISE) and facilities like the CyberEdge Innovation Hub, students confront actual enterprise challenges. Coursework centers on active execution: provisioning secure virtual networks, diagnosing server performance bottlenecks, and configuring enterprise firewall policies. Led by scholar-practitioners who actively manage complex public- and private-sector systems, instruction is anchored in production-grade environments, not static textbook exercises.
03
LAUNCHING YOUR IT CAREER
Technical education should launch a career, not delay it. Through intensive capstone projects, students architect end-to-end solutions for genuine operational hurdles—from automating cloud migration pipelines to implementing zero-trust network defenses. Supported by a global student body representing more than 40 countries and positioned steps from the region’s largest federal contractors and tech employers, BAU graduates enter the workforce prepared to secure, scale, and lead enterprise IT operations.
Your Dream Career Awaits
At BAU, internship programs play a crucial role in linking IT theory and enterprise practice. These experiences allow students to work with peers to develop critical troubleshooting skills, enhance technical communication, and solve complex network administration and systems architecture challenges. With the introduction of the Cyber Edge Innovation Hub, students will have the opportunity to acquire powerful computing resources, work with infrastructure experts through mentorship, and leverage experiential learning to launch their own tech ventures.
$99,130
2025 Median Pay*, Network and Computer Systems Administrators
$105,850
2025 Median Pay*, Computer Systems Analysts
Other Career Opportunities: IT Support Specialist • Cloud Infrastructure Engineer • Systems Administrator • Computer Network Architect • Information Security Analyst • Help Desk Technician • IT Project Manager
*Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Program Curriculum
Comprehensive curriculum designed for real-world IT challenges
120+
Credit Hours
40+
Courses
Tuition & Financial Aid
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Tuition Assistance
Up to $30,000
DMV Tuition Assistance
Up to 60%
Payment Plans
0% interest
Application Deadlines
Rolling admissions with multiple intake periods throughout the year. Domestic and transfer applications may continue to be reviewed after these deadlines on a rolling basis, subject to program availability. New students must complete registration by the census date for the applicable term; otherwise, they will not be eligible to register.
Open
Spring 2027
Start Date
January 19, 2027
Deadline to Apply
December 1, 2026
Coming Soon
Summer 2027
Start Date
June 1, 2027
Deadline to Apply
April 1, 2027
Future
Fall 2027
Start Date
August 18, 2027
Deadline to Apply
July 1, 2027
Meet Your Program Chair
In this highly connected world, technology leaders must think innovatively and act responsibly. Our faculty incorporates critical topics such as intelligent systems design, secure network architectures, and global data strategies, preparing students to make technical decisions aiming not only toward optimal system performance but also to make a positive, lasting impact on the digital environment and society.
Pipop Nuangpookka, Ph.D.
Chair of the Information Sciences and Engineering
EDUCATION
Doctor of Science in Cybersecurity
RESEARCH FOCUS
Non-Destructive Method of Detecting Hardware Attack, PII Security Controls, Web Server Protection, and Bilingual Translator Programming
HIGHLIGHTS
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- Co-authored scholarly papers published in the Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges/ACM digital library
- Key publications include “Hardware-Tampering Security Risks in the Supply Chain” and “Fileless Malware and Programmatic Method of Detection”
Pipop Nuangpookka, Ph.D.
Chair of the Information Sciences and Engineering
EDUCATION
Doctor of Science in Cybersecurity
RESEARCH FOCUS
Non-Destructive Method of Detecting Hardware Attack, PII Security Controls, Web Server Protection, and Bilingual Translator Programming
HIGHLIGHTS
-
- Co-authored scholarly papers published in the Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges/ACM digital library
- Key publications include “Hardware-Tampering Security Risks in the Supply Chain” and “Fileless Malware and Programmatic Method of Detection”
