Computer Information Systems - General Computer Information Systems

Students majoring in the Computer Information Systems (BSBA) degree at Appalachian State University gain valuable professional skills and capabilities, enabling them to pursue a wide variety of technology-related careers. The CIS major teaches students how to successfully interface between the technical and management aspects within companies.

Through coursework, projects and internships, students develop the knowledge to serve as the vital bridge between business areas and IT. They will learn to work with networks, databases, websites and integrated systems. Graduates possess a strong command of the methodologies, tools and techniques to build successful information systems. This accredited program is housed in the Department of Computer Information Systems in the Walker College of Business.

Expected starting salaries from $50,000 - $70,000. Career options include the following:

• IT Project Managers
• Systems Managers
• Network Administrators
• Network Analysts
• Security Administrators
• Website Developers
• Systems Analysis & Design
• Systems Architects
• IT Auditor
• Systems Developers
• Program Analysts
• Systems Analysts
• Database & Analytical Modeling
• Database Administrators
• Business Analytics Specialist
• Entrepreneurial Tech Leaders

• Complete an application (apply using the Common Application)
• Provide your official high school transcript(s)
• Provide your official or unofficial college transcript(s) for any completed college coursework*
• Submit $65 application fee (or approved fee waiver)
• Submit official or self-reported SAT (school code: 5010) or ACT (school code: 3062) scores (or apply with a test waiver)
• Complete your FAFSA (application opens Oct. 1; school code: 002906)