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Computer Information Systems (BS)

The Computer Information Systems (CIS) curriculum prepares students for careers by stressing the application and use of information technology in the business environment. The CIS curriculum provides learning experiences in systems analysis, design, and implementation; project management; e-commerce; telecommunications; networking; databases; programming; and interpersonal communication. As the increase in the use of technology in business continues, growth is predicted in the demand for people with these skills.

CIS Program Objectives
Designing and implementing information technology solutions that enhance organizational performance;
Modeling organizational process and data;
Managing projects;
Acquiring, converting, transmitting, and storing data and information; and
Identifying and managing common information security risks

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

The Office of Human Resources will deliver innovative human resource programs and services designed to support the mission of Louisiana Tech University. Services include recruitment, employee relations, employee development, compensation and benefits, payroll, HR information management, and regulatory compliance.

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Individuals with disabilities needing special accommodations concerning accessibility or application materials/procedures should contact the Human Resources Office for assistance.

Louisiana Tech offers students an unparalleled educational experience in its 79 undergraduate majors, 32 master’s degree programs, and nine doctoral programs. Founded in 1894, the University has been recognized as one of America’s Top Colleges in Forbes and as the No. 1 college in the state of Louisiana for value in Kiplinger’s. The University has been ranked as a Top Tier research university in US News and World Report for 10 years, and is the only university in the state of Louisiana to be recognized in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2020 University Impact Rankings for its commitment to sustainable development.

The University has a history of and commitment to creating programs that are the first in their fields, like biomedical and cyber engineering. Louisiana Tech’s partnerships with business, government and the military help create both academic programs and job development in the I-20 Cyber Corridor.

Louisiana Tech is an economic driver for our region and state, and our campus is a home for new and growing enterprises. This connection to innovation impacts our academic programs and provides job opportunities for our students in fields like cybersecurity and engineering. The traditional core campus of approximately 280 acres connects with the Enterprise Campus, a home for new and growing enterprises and to the heart of Ruston. Louisiana Tech and the City of Ruston continue to work hand in hand to create a healthier and more environmentally responsible community by developing safe pedestrian paths, lighting, sustainable landscaping, bicycle paths and more.

PSW Opportunity

3 Years PSW

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

OUT-OF-STATE AND HOME-SCHOOLED STUDENTS must meet the following requirements:

One of the following:

ACT/SAT: ACT composite of at least 26 or SAT of 1240 with a minimum Core GPA of 2.0

ACT/SAT and HS Core GPA: ACT composite of at least 23 or SAT of 1130 AND HS GPA on at least 17 credits of the Core of at least 2.5

Meet In-State Requirements: See above.

NO Developmental Courses Needed: Minimum ACT subscore of 18 in English and 19 in Math OR minimum SAT subscore of 500 in English (ERW) and 510 in Math (Students meeting minimum admission standards except for the need for developmental courses must complete developmental courses at an institution that offers them during the summer in order to be admitted for the fall.)

All applicants are encouraged to apply. Louisiana Tech University may admit students not meeting all requirements. In such cases, the admission decision will be affected by the student’s potential for degree completion and the need to enhance the university’s demographically diverse student population. Some factors to be considered may include age, experience, ethnic background, and creative talent.

2. Applicants from non-English-speaking countries: Transcripts and test scores - Students are required to submit at least one of the following items below based on the GPA. You are welcome to submit more than one of the items.

GPA iBT TOEFL IELTS Duolingo SAT ACT

2.50 71 6.0 95 Math: 510, ERW: 500, Comp: 830 Math: 19, English: 18, Comp: 15

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