Information Technology Bachelor's Degree Completion Program

After thoughtful analysis of today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape and regional workforce demand, we have made the difficult decision to pause admissions to our Information Technology B.P.S. program, effective Fall 2025.

Current students will be able to complete all degree requirements and graduate as previously planned. Please continue to work with your academic advisor to plan out your remaining semesters. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and hope that you will continue to follow us as we expand program offerings through GW RevU, our flexible and affordable lifelong learning platform.

If you are still interested in pursuing a highly relevant and focused undergraduate degree completion program, we encourage you to explore our Bachelor of Professional Studies in Cybersecurity. Applications are now open - Apply by August 1st.

Living at the height of the Information Age, all professional fields rely on technology in critical ways. It is precisely for this reason that a truly interdisciplinary education—one that combines technology trends, scientific principles and business practices all together—is so valuable.

Our unique Information Technology Bachelor’s degree completion program is designed to give you not only a comprehensive perspective of the technology industry, but more importantly a major edge as you begin a new career or grow in your current one. You will benefit from GW’s deep connections to nearby Washington, D.C.-based governmental and non-governmental organizations. You will also gain a solid foundation in problem-solving, analytical thinking, communication and computing skills to succeed in a number of fields including Information Systems, Technology Management and Consulting, Network Administration and more.

At a Glance

Students can complete their degree in five semesters. Evening and Saturday classes allow students to work while they study.

The program is for individuals with:

An associate’s degree; or
A non-technical bachelor's degree; or
60+ credits.

Program News

This is a unique IT program that prepares you to be successful in Information Systems; Technology Management; Cloud Technologies; Python Programming; Network Security; Data Analytics and related fields.

Where Our Alumni Work

Department of Defense
Department of Homeland Security
Department of the Interior
Department of State

General Dynamics
Intellect Decisions
Kaseman
Northrop Grumman
QinetiQ North America
SRI International
TASC

COLUMN Technologies
DELL
General Dynamics Advanced Information
IBM
Microsoft

Accenture
Amazon
Booz Allen Hamilton
Deloitte
INOVA
Washington Post

Where You’ll Study

Classes are held two evenings a week from 6 PM to 9 PM and Saturdays from 9 AM to 12 noon at two Virginia locations - the GW Education Center in Arlington and the GW Virginia Science and Technology Campus (VSTC) in Ashburn.

What You’ll Study

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The program will provide you with a solid foundation in problem-solving, analytical thinking, technical writing and computing skills that make you competitive for technical employment or advanced degree completion.

Delve into topics such as:

Cloud Technologies and Architecture
Python Programming
AI and Machine Learning
Data Visualization
Database Design and Management
Agile Methodologies
Software Systems Development
Statistics and Data Analysis
Information and Network Security

Courses and Degree Requirements

Tuition & Aid

GW tuition and fees are comparable to the national average for private universities. These costs are set by the GW Board of Trustees and generally increase year to year, variable by program and location.

Tuition & Fees

Please use this information as an estimate based on current tuition rates and fee structures. Total tuition and fees will vary according to the courses taken and the timeframe in which you complete your coursework.

2024-2025 Rates in Effect for Summer 2024, Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 Terms

Tuition: 60 credits @ $975 per credit hour The curriculum includes 15 courses, typically completed in 2 years	$58,500
Registration fees: 5 registration sessions @ $35 each	$175
TOTAL: Tuition + fees over the average completion time	$58,675 (approx.)

Other Costs to Consider: Application Fee: $80; Textbooks: $1,800 (approximate); Matriculation Fee: $200 (one time); Additionally, please note students admitted to the program are required to have a laptop computer.

Benefits & Scholarships for Veterans

GW's Military & Veteran Services provides wide-ranging resources and support to the military community, including GW scholarships and assistance with benefits:

Since Military and Veterans Services was created in 2008, GW has been an annual recipient of the Military Friendly Award and is also annually recognized as a Military Times “Best for Vets” higher education institution.

Financial Aid Opportunities

Dean's Scholarships are competitively awarded (up to a maximum of $5000 per year) to a limited number of top academic achievers. Contact the program representative at clsmgwu [dot] edu (clsm[at]gwu[dot]edu) for application details and requirements.
Virginia State Grants: The Commonwealth of Virginia has two grant programs which students attending Virginia-based programs may qualify for. These programs include the Two-Year College Transfer Grant Program and the Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant. More information about these programs, eligibility and application steps are available through GW's Office of Student Financial Assistance.
Educational Loans: Thinking about applying for Stafford or alternative education loans? For more information please visit the loan section of the GW's Office of Student Financial Assistance.

"The hours and days for when classes were held worked well for me as a working professional. The faculty supported students by setting achievable goals, providing networking opportunities, career guidance and career placement."

Johanna Mitton, IT Class of 2016
United States Air Force Veteran