Rooted in computer science, mathematics and other scientific disciplines, both the Bachelor of Science and the Bachelor of Arts in Information Science and Technology (IST) focus on the integration of the latest technology to solve real-world problems, in a variety of disciplines, for the end user. This program is interdisciplinary in nature in that it applies technology to solve problems in a variety of disciplines. IST students must complete the IST requirements as well as a minor in a different academic area. The Bachelor of Science degree provides students with a broad IST core that includes an introduction to programming, databases, networks, operating systems and web design. The Bachelor of Arts degree implements the same core found in the B.S. degree but is designed with the flexibility for a required minor or a second major. Four additional IST courses must be completed to provide depth in specific areas. IST majors seeking the B.A. degree are also required to complete two IST electives numbered 300 or above, two mathematics courses, and a minor in another academic area. An internship is available as an option within the major.

Computers have become an essential tool in everyday life. From teaching programming to explaining computational problems, students become the leaders in the field of technology. Any one of these majors prepares one to enter the technical job market or to continue studies at the graduate level. Graduates quickly find jobs as: Programmer analysts Network administrators Graphics and game developers Graduate studies