Master of Science in Information Systems

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Master of Science in Information Systems

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Accredited engineering degree offered by the College of Engineering at Northeastern University. Source

No application required

Hassle-free pathways for learners with or without conventional technical experience.

$3,000 USD per course

(4 credits at $750/credit) - Pay-as-you-go tuition lets you manage the costs, course by course.

100% online

Lecture videos, interactive practical projects, and connection with instructors and peers.

MSIS program overview

Prepare for leadership roles in rapidly growing industries

Harnessing the power of data, design, and development through this master’s, you’ll be uniquely positioned for technical leadership roles that allow you to answer the needs of business with the potential of new technologies.

As businesses urgently seek the expertise to help them integrate new tech solutions to stay ahead, this Northeastern MSIS will open a plethora of potential career avenues, including data architect, UI developer and agile project management. You’ll be ready to lead digital transformation across almost any industry or sector.

Build a professional network of successful IT alumni
Graduates have gone on to work at IBM, Oracle, Microsoft and Amazon.
Join the rapidly expanding workforce our nations and communities need
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the number of software developers to grow by 25 percent between 2021 and 2031.
Increase your potential earnings threshold with an Northeastern MSIS
The average salary of an IT leadership position in the U.S. is $165,000 per year.
Demonstrate your tech leadership capabilities to prospective employers
With skills in software development, UX design, data architecture, agile methodology, web design, and business intelligence.

Admissions information

Upcoming Deadlines:

Summer 2025 Priority Application Deadline: March 28, 2025

10% New Student Scholarship Deadline: March 28, 2025

Enroll for your course(s) and pay the $399 initial deposit by March 28, 2025 to receive the 10% New Student Scholarship applied to your first term start.

Summer 2025 Start of Classes: May 5, 2025

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Pursue a diverse range of careers in information technology

Build your expertise in:

  • Broadening understanding of new and emerging information technologies, along with applying and integrating these technologies
  • Mastering administrative practices for effectively managing these technologies
  • Delivering optimal technical and policy cloud computing solutions for various sectors, including business, industry, government, and nonprofits, as well as individuals
  • Managing and deploying secure cloud-based information resources in an enterprise setting

Start your career

$132,930

Average salary of a software developer in the United States.

1,364,180

Job postings for software development in the U.S.

25% job growth by 2031

The field is expecting “much faster than average” year-over-year growth for 2021-2031.

Top careers

  • Cloud Solutions Architect

  • Cybersecurity Analyst

  • Software engineer

  • Systems engineer

  • Network engineer

Career Services and Alumni Benefits

Being a graduate of Illinois Tech means that you can count yourself among an impressive group of more than 80,000 alumni globally who are uniquely prepared to make important impacts on society. Through the Illinois Tech Alumni Association, you’ll find dedicated staff and alumni volunteers who can offer you a variety of meaningful ways to connect with students, graduates, and faculty.