UNO IS&T Undergrad Programs | 2020

UNIVERSIT Y OF NEBR ASK A AT OMAHA COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SCIENCE & TECHNOLOG Y

ACCESS TO EXCEP TIONAL

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

“UNO IS A GREAT PLACE TO STUDY…IT’S A HOME FOR ME. THE FACULTY IS VERY HELPFUL, IT’S AFFORDABLE AND THEY HAVE A LOT OF RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS TO SUCCEED. I WILL LOVE THIS PLACE FOREVER.” ,

SH A FIQ J A HISH MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS

POWERED BY US, CREATED BY YOU: AN IT REVOLUTION

Over 40 local companies hire IS&T students for full-time and internship positions.

IS&T faculty have led and/or participated in 399+ grants and contracts totaling $19 million.+

IS&T has a retention rate of nearly 80% for freshmen to sophomore students.**

Our Cybersecurity program is rated #2 by the Military Times (2017, 2018)

78% of IS&T graduates are employed in their field of study.*

IS&T students earn a median salary of $60,000 upon graduation.

+ external and internal, as of August 2019 * Based on alumni and placement data from 2014 - 2018 ** 2018

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# ADMISSIONS CRITERIA • ACT composite score of 24+ • Transfer Students: GPA 2.5 + • If scores are below minimum, other criteria may be considered

APPLICATION DEADLINES • Fall Semester - August 1 • Spring Semester - December 1 • Summer Semester - July 1 IS&T recommends applying before May 1st for best summer class selections.

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IT’S OUR NATURE TO BE CURIOUS: WHAT’S NEXT FOR VIRTUAL REALITY? CAN DATA HELP US STOP EPIDEMICS? WILL TECHNOLOGY CHANGE HOW WE TALK WITH OUR FRIENDS AND, MORE IMPORTANTLY, WHAT FILTERS WILL IT HAVE? SINCE 1996, THE COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY HAS BEEN SOLVING IT PROBLEMS WITH A MAVERICK SPIRIT. WITH MULTIDISCIPLINARY CLASSES, RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES, AS WELL AS MENTORSHIP AND TUTORING PROGRAMS AVAILABLE, IS&T IS MAKING SURE YOU’RE CHALLENGED AND SUPPORTED. WHICH MAKES ME CURIOUS: WHEN WILL YOU BE JOINING US? HE SH A M A L I, P H.D. DEAN OF THE COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) College of Information Science and Technology (IS&T) is a multidisciplinary hub dedicated towards the education of information technology’s (IT) next generation of leaders.

Our award-winning faculty are involved with innovative research on a global scale, and bring decades of industry experience to the classroom.

IS&T is laser-focused on your educational experience. From our research labs, hands-on classes, to faculty mentorship – IS&T will help you achieve your career aspirations.

Financial Aid & Scholarships Over $100,000 is available to IS&T students to help them on their UNO journey. Visit scholarships.ist.unomaha. edu to see which scholarships are available for you.

Have an ACT score of 30 or more? Apply for the Walter Scott Scholarship, which provides four years of funding for IS&T students.

Visit cist.unomaha.edu/ scottscholarship to apply.

AREAS OF STUDY

BACHELOR DEGREES Bioinformatics

› BIOI is an interdisciplinary science that applies technology to the management of biological information. Combine your love for science and technology to take on the big biological problems of the world.

Computer Science › If you can dream it, you can make it. CS integrates critical thinking with the technical skills necessary for you to solve problems. Where will your skills and creativity take you next? The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

Cybersecurity › Be a hero, without the cape. In today’s technologydependent society, you can help save the day while designing, developing, and implementing secure information systems while defending against malicious hackers and code. IS&T’s undergraduate CYBR program is designated as a National Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations by the National Security Agency. On second thought, you might want to grab that cape.

IT Innovation › Create your future. Not seeing a program that speaks to all of your interests? Build your own with ITIN. If you have distinctive ideas and a drive to design new innovations, this is the degree that will help you create the world where those innovations thrive.

Management Information Systems

› Lead the next big innovation. You’ve got the brains to help make businesses more transformative and productive. Learn how to lead teams while you build a strong education in technology. Soon you’ll be able to implement creative technology to solve problems. The Bachelor of Science in MIS program is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

MINORS Open to any UNO student • Computer Science • Management Information Systems • IT Innovation • Bioinformatics • Cybersecurity

CONCENTRATIONS Supplement your chosen IS&T major with Artificial Intelligence, Game Programming & Design, Internet Technologies, Information Assurance, IT Audit & Control, I-Business Application/Development & Management, and Global IT Leadership & Management.

CERTIFICATES Certificates are also available in Database Management, Systems Development, and Information Technology Administration.

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Invent your future with a personalized program and drive innovation forward with new experiences and a supportive community.

Plus 2 Program

4+1 Program

Outstanding students from partner schools in India and China can directly enter graduate IS&T programs in their 4th year of undergraduate.

Five years is all you need to complete a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or IT Innovation/Biostatistics.

Study Abroad The College of IS&T has developed strong relationships with universities all over the globe. Sharpen your IT skills in countries like Austria, China, Japan, Finland, Germany, India, Norway, and more.

Student Groups Looking to find like-minded students to bounce ideas off of? Our degree programs all have their own student groups to help you get involved in our community and learn from each other. See them all at cist. unomaha.edu/studentgroups.

Support & Mentorship From our mentoring programs to our Computer Science Learning Center, you will get the help you need to succeed.

MOVE FORWARD WITH YOUR CAREER, AND YOUR LIFE. We invite you to come for a visit to see what the University of Nebraska at Omaha has to offer!

Experience the warmth and hospitality that make our campus special.

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Last Updated 02/2020