Explore Our Technology Programs
Computer Science
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Cybersecurity
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Information Technology (IT)
Build your new career with Herzing University and do it at your own pace. Choose a diploma, associate, or bachelor's degree pathway and become possible.
Prepare for a hi-tech career in Information Technology (IT).
In today's world, information technology continues to transform the way we communicate, live and do business. Founded as a technology training school, Herzing University has over 50 years of experience preparing graduates for leading careers with computer technology degrees. Whether you’re looking for a career in network and systems administration, information security, data analysis, mobile applications or software engineering, an IT degree from Herzing can help you expand your possibilities.
Our support for key IT certifications
Earning an education is step one. Getting certified is a crucial additional step to prepare you for real career success. Our IT curriculum is designed to help you develop and prove practical occupational skills employers seek in job applicants.
To support our students’ career advancement after graduating with a degree, we pay for the first attempt on seven highly recognized industry certification exams:1
1. Certification is not a state requirement. Eligible certification varies by program. Payment for first exam attempt(s) requires meeting certain University guidelines, including passing specified courses, completion of exam preparation materials, and more. Please contact admissions for more information.
The Student Experience at Herzing
As a woman, I can see how underestimated we are within the IT industry, but I am excited to go against the grain in my career!
Sharee A. Smith
Technology | Atlanta CampusAll the teachers were professional and my classes were fun and engaging.
John Gray
Technology | Madison CampusHerzing’s technology program made it possible for me to develop the professional skills I needed to succeed as a Windows System Engineer at Cerner, one of the top IT healthcare companies in the world.
Ronald Crayton
Technology | Atlanta CampusWith Herzing, I didn't have to go through the runaround that was involved with the four-year colleges, and the curriculum was more specific to what I wanted to learn.
Stephen Fichter
Technology | Madison Campus"My education has helped me in numerous ways, both in my professional career and in my personal life."
Josh Colvin
Technology | Madison CampusPrepare for additional certifications to define your career path
The field of IT encompasses a broad array of job opportunities featuring unique certification options across many disciplines.
The comprehensive coursework provided through our IT degree programs can help you become eligible for many additional industry certifications, depending on the program you choose and your choice of electives:
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
- CIW Web Foundations Associate
- CIW Advanced HTML5 & CSS3 Specialist
- CIW User Interface Designer
- CompTIA Cloud+
- CompTIA Linux+
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
- Oracle Database Administration Certified Professional
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA®)
- VMware Certified Technical Associate (VCTA)
Benefits of HU Technology Programs
Gain Practical Hands-On Experience
Students completing coursework in Atlanta, Madison, and New Orleans will have access to on-campus state-of-the-industry labs to develop and practice skills. Online students will have the ability to remotely access virtual environments and schedule time working with physical networking devices.
Benefit from Industry Academic Alliances
Herzing has developed hi-tech industry “Academy” affiliations that can provide you with extra learning resources, discounted certification exams, and free computer software while in school.
Dual Credit Opportunity
Save time and money on your MBA. Qualifying students enrolled in our bachelor's degree IT/Networking or software development information technology programs may earn up to 12 credits toward their Herzing MBA while completing the bachelor's program.
Waived Enrollment Fee
Discover the educational pathway designed to maximize your career potential. Reach for greater heights with Herzing University.