The Computer Information Systems program offers curricula leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in CIS. We offer this program on-campus in Natchitoches, online, and in a competency-based format (through Electronic and Continuing Education). We also stream selected CIS classes to the Leesville/Fort Polk, Alexandria, and Barksdale campus each semester.
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 explore their love of technology whether it is coding, taking apart a computer, or exploring a new technology
- To pursue one of five exciting concentrations: (1) Application Development, (2) Networking and Systems Management, (3) Web Development, (4) 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 mcdowellq@nsula.edu
- For questions regarding military benefits and options, contact Ms. Denise Jackson at 337-653-0812 or jacksond@nsula.edu
- 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
- Internship - Space Mission Support - Vandenberg Air Force Base at RGNext, LLC February 21, 2020
- Capgemini Consultant Role - Programmer/Developer - Ann Arbor, MI/Dallas, TX at Capgemini America Inc. February 17, 2020
- Entry Level Software Developer at IMCS Group February 17, 2020
- IT Microsoft Data Science Summer Intern at Reynolds Consumer Products February 16, 2020
Proud to work with the A+ coalition on this project!We are proud to announce our first Technology in the Classroom grant recipient, Wendi Worsham, Allied Health teacher at NCHS! The A+ Coalition will be purchasing a multi-touch, interactive smart table that will allow for the Allied Health and EMR students at NCHS to utilize 3D technology to virtually travel through the human body. Innovation meets workforce demands in Natchitoches Parish! Help us congratulate Wendi!!! 🍎
Thank you our wonderful Students, Faculty, and Staff for another great Hour of Code session. Here are all the groups that participated!!! Thank you to all!!!!💜😈🤘🏻
So glad we could do, and Pumpkin loved seeing everyone.
Second group!! Dance Party!!!! 🎉🎉
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Next group of future coders have arrived for the Dance Party.
Pumpkin came to the Dance Party.
It’s computer science education week!! Hour of Code started today! Welcome E-Lab students!!
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A+, Network+, Security+ among many others at Northwestern State University 😈🤘🏻💜
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The A+ Coalition, an initiative of the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce, is proud to offer the opportunity to apply for the Technology in Education grant to all Natchitoches Parish educators. …You can now apply for the MS in Computer Information Systems at Northwestern State University. To apply, please go to www.applyweb.com/nsula/index.ftl and click on “Application for Admission to Graduate School, United States and International Students”.
While you will be filling out the application for Spring 2020, the program is now actually beginning in Fall 2020. The Graduate School will manually move your application once you apply.
If you do not see the MS in Computer Information Systems listed as a program choice, please choose “Other” and enter “597” for the major code.
Once you apply, we have the following requirements:
1) Bachelor’s Degree from Regionally Accredited College/University
2) Official Transcripts from All Colleges/Universities Attended
3) Two Letters of Recommendation
4) One of the following:
a. Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 OR
b. Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.5 and one of the following:
i. GRE Score of 280 (verbal plus quantitative) or equivalent GMAT score OR
ii. Two to three-page essay on experience in information systems field and why the student is an appropriate fit for the Northwestern State Computer Information Systems program. Format should be Times New Roman, 12-point font, 1-inch margins, and APA style.
Meeting the above requirements will allow you entry into the program. Please do be aware that some of the graduate courses do have prerequisites/competencies. The general competencies include basic programming knowledge, basic hardware/networking knowledge, basic database systems knowledge, and basic statistics knowledge. Depending on the choice of a particular class, you may also need either intermediated/advanced programming knowledge or intermediate/advanced networking knowledge. If you have any questions about this area, please let me know. Once I have your transcripts, I can let you know if you meet these prerequisites/competencies. You may also be able to meet those competencies through your work experience.
If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.
Curtis Penrod (penrodc@nsula.edu)
www.applyweb.com
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