NSU Ranks in the Top 10
TheBestSchools has ranked Northwestern State as the tenth best online bachelor's in web development program in the country. NSU is the only ranked university from Louisiana.
2017 Best College Reviews
In 2017, Best College Reviews ranked the BS in Computer Information Systems at NSU as the best online management information systems program in the country based on its cost, concentration offerings, and "wow" factor.
NSU Ranks in the Top 15
The Guide to Online Schools ranks NSU as the 12th best value for computer science in the country. NSU is the only Louisiana school ranked in the Top 20.
NSU Ranks in the Top 10
Northwestern State University ranks as the sixth best value in online bachelor's in information technology programs, according to AffordableColleges.com. Northwestern State is the highest ranked Louisiana school.
NSU Ranks in the Top 30
Northwestern State University of Louisiana is identified as one of the top 30 schools for an online computer science degree, according to Best Choice Schools. NSU is the only school in Louisiana to make their list.
Students Before Profits Award 2015
Northwestern State University of Louisiana is ranked by Nonprofit Colleges Online as the Best Online Bachelor’s in Information Technology!
- To Access Career Opportunities
- According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, “employment of computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 13 percent from 2016 to 2026 . . . [and] add about 557,100 new jobs”.
- According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage (which would include new and experienced workers), was $84,580 in May 2017.
- According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Network and Computer Systems Administrators, Computer Programmers, Database Administrators, Computer Systems Analysts, Information Security Analysts, Software Developers, and Computer Network Architects all have a median annual wage of over $80,000.
- To Enter Into an Exciting and Ever-Changing Field
- To Learn About the Technology of the Future
- To Learn How to Use Technology to Make a Difference in the World
- To pursue one of five exciting concentrations: (1) Application Development, (2) Networking and Systems Management, (3) Web Development, (4) Core Programming, and (5) Cyber Security
- To gain access to an exceptional program which has won 17 national championships at the Association of Information Technology Professionals National Collegiate Conference
- To gain access to an industry-relevant program with ties to a number of industry-leading organizations (GDIT, State Farm, CenturyLink, WalMart, and others)
- To learn from faculty in new areas, such as mobile applications development, cloud computing, and data analytics
- To interact with a faculty who truly care about your success in the program and beyond
- To enter a program that has helped over 85% of its graduates meet their goals of obtaining an IT job, enter graduate school, etc.
- To access the competitive tuition rate of $185 per credit hour for active duty, reservist, retirees, and their dependents (we also recognize various Tuition Assistance programs such as Military TA, Montgomery GI Bill, Post-9/11, and MyCAA)
- For many of the same reasons listed in the above two sections
- To gain access to a staff dedicated to working with military students and dependents to ensure a smooth process
- For CIS questions and general inquiries, contact Ms. Qwontice McDowell at 318-357-6985 or [email protected]
- For questions regarding military benefits and options, contact Ms. Denise Jackson at 337-653-0812 or [email protected]
- To attend a university recognized as a Military Friendly School and that has been ranked among the best for veterans
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CIS Flyer for Military
Job Opportunities
- Historical Imagery Acquisition Project at ORISE Department of Defense Programs September 25, 2018
- Application Architect- HSS BD Support at Tennessee State Government September 25, 2018
- Summer Camp STEM Counselor at Camp Weequahic September 25, 2018
- Production/Service Desk Technician at Natchitoches Regional Medical Center September 25, 2018
The Natchitoches Regional Medical Center is look for a Production/Service Desk Technician. For information on the responsibilities and requirements for this job, please see the document on the NSU School of Business jobs/internships page. If you are interested in applying, please go to www.nrmchospital.org/positions-available.php.
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center - Positions Available
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General Dynamics IT is providing assistance for survivors of natural disasters. They are proud to be an active participant in support of these critical humanitarian missions. Join them and help millions of people affected to navigate the system toward assistance. Responsibilities entail responding to incoming calls and performing data entry for individuals and businesses in direct support of disaster assistance efforts. Bilingual candidates with Spanish language skills are encouraged to apply. Basic qualifications include a high school diploma or GED; customer service or other telephone experience; experience working with fax machines, computer software, and telephone technology; and you must be a US citizen, 18 years or older, and be able to successfully pass a background check. For any questions, please contact [email protected] For more information, please see gdit.com/careers/opportunity/join-general-dynamics-it-providing-support-disaster-assistance. Please apply soon if you are interested.
Join General Dynamics IT in Providing Support for Disaster Assistance
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Impactful Work. Next-Gen Solutions. Meaningful Careers. General Dynamics IT is providing assistance for survivors of natural disasters. We are proud to be an active participant in support of these cri...Rapides Regional Medical Center is looking to fill the Technical Analyst II position. The Technical Analyst II implements and supports facility and division desktop equipment, and is the key technical resource responding to end user desktop incidents and requests reported to the Service Desk. They would prefer someone with a bachelor’s degree in information systems or a healthcare related field. Basic certification in A+ and Microsoft desktop product support is preferred. However, education and/or experience may be substituted for A+ certification. For additional information regarding the jobs, its duties, and the require qualifications, please see hca.taleo.net/careersection/10147/jobdetail.ftl?job=25024-13323&lang=en.
CGI has posted an internship position (IT Consultant & Summer Intern position) that will close on September 22nd. CGI will be at the Career Fair September 25th and has reserved a room to conduct interviews September 26th. We would love to have a great pool of candidates to interview with CGI. The requirements are a minimum 3.0 GPA, sophomore or above level, and all majors are allowed. The position link on Handshake is nsula.joinhandshake.com/jobs/1878608.
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Natchitoches Regional Medical Center is looking to hire an IT Technical Analyst. For more information on this opportunity, please see www.nrmchospital.org/positions-available.php.
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center - Positions Available
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Welcome to NSU CIS!! Mentor/Protege Program 😈🤘🏻
One of our great CIS alumni shared this opportunity. She is currently involved in the Early Talent Clearance Program at GDIT. This program allows you to be a casual hire for the company and obtain a security clearance while you are still in college. A variety of IT fields are included. The goal is for the student to already be cleared and ready for work when the student graduates. You can work in Bossier City or Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The posting is for 2019/2020 grads. For more information, please see gdit.com/careers/rq19765-national-security-early-talent-program-20192020-grads.
National Security Early Talent Program- 2019/2020 Grads!
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Transitioning YOU from the College Campus to the Cleared WorkforceGeneral Dynamics IT combines best-in-class commercial practices with outstanding customer service. With GDIT providing innovative, nex...Ms. Karen Loach shared this opportunity. CGI has posted a position for an IT Consultant & Summer Intern that will open on 08/23. Students who are interested should update their resume, upload the resume in Handshake, build their Handshake profile, apply for the position when it opens tomorrow, and plan on coming to the career fair to meet the CGI recruiters. If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Karen Loach at [email protected]
Another one of our great CIS alumni shared another Information Technology & Cybersecurity internship. This 8-week Summer 2019 internship would be at Texas Capital Bank. For more information on this opportunity, please see careers-texascapitalbank.icims.com/jobs/3664/2019-summer-internship---information-technology-%26-....
2019 Summer Internship - Information Technology & Cybersecurity
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At Texas Capital Bank, we are driven by a single-minded and unwavering mission: to serve businesses and the individuals who run them. We use a consultative approach and innovative technologies to deve...