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Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Information Technology] From Fairleigh Dickinson University

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Estd2007established year

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Bachelor of Science [B.S] (Information Technology)

STEM Course

4 years

Full Time

On Campus

College Partner

Field of Study:

Information Technology,

Computer Science and Engineering

CA$37,000/Yr

CA$37,000 /Yr

BSc in Information Technology at the Fairleigh Dickinson University is a 4 years program.
It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
The Bachelor of Science (BSc) program in Information Technology (IT) offers an interdisciplinary curriculum focusing on Information Technology and Computer Science.
The program is unique in that it merges traditional academic topics with leading-edge and current IT practices and technology.
In this program, various courses from different fields of engineering are included such as Computer Hardware, Software Programming, Web Design, Database Design, Networking Analysis, Digital Design, and Cyber Security.
The courses have embedded content for industry certifications like CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+.
The Vancouver Campus is a member of CompTIA’s Education to Career program. Graduates of FDU-Vancouver’s BSc in IT program are encouraged to complete IT certification exams as part of their program, ensuring that students are market-ready when they graduate.
Students in this program receive a dual degree:
- Major in Information Technology
- Minor in Business Administration.
The program serves as an ideal launchpad for a management career in any technology-oriented company that is heavily dependent upon Information Technology.
It contains a well-balanced program such as Networking, Programming, Security, Hardware, and Web Technology which are ideal for finding employment.

Important Dates

After the deadlines, applications are accepted throughout the year.

Tuition Fees

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	CA$37000 (CAD 37000)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Room and Board	CA$11200 (CAD 11200)
Total Cost	CA$11200 (CAD 11200)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

An applicant must have graduated from an accredited or government-recognized secondary school or have received his or her General Education Development (GED) certificate.
It is recommended (but not required) that an applicant completes the equivalent of 16 academics (university preparatory) units in secondary school.
Students who complete College Board Advanced Placement courses or International Baccalaureate exams, students with GCE A-level courses, and students who have taken coursework at another university or college may be eligible for credit transfer.
If an applicant has enrolled in an academic program at a regionally accredited college or university for at least two years on a full-time basis, high school transcripts are no longer required.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Students have to complete the secondary school curriculum that will best prepare them for their first year of study at the university level.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.

Scores Required

6 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

70 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

53 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

1050 / 1600

Avg. Score in

SAT

23 / 36

Avg. Score in

ACT

SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission consideration. However, an applicant may be eligible for a higher scholarship award if they score above 1050 in SAT Critical Reading and Math combined sections, or above 23 in the ACT.

Required Document List

The following required documents are:

CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
Academic records: The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
Three Letter of Recommendation: A recommendation letter should include information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, why they are qualified, and the specific skills they have.
Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
Transcripts: Official transcripts from all educational institutions students have attended.
Online application form: Students have to submit an online application form at the official website.

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VISA & Work Study

VISA

Students applying for an F-1 or J-1 visa are indicating to the US Embassy or Consulate their intention to study at a particular US university.
In order to obtain the nonimmigrant student visa, the individual will need to prepare the appropriate documentation to have a strong visa application for a successful visa interview.
If the visa is approved and issued the student should only enter the United States 30 days prior to the program start date on their I-20 or DS -2019 with the valid visa for the university where they intend to study.
Students must also arrive at the university by the scheduled program start date.
If students intend to study at another institution students should not enter the United States with a Fairleigh Dickinson University visa or I-20/DS-2019.
Students would be required to obtain a visa for the institution where students intend to study. (This is a requirement for initial entry students and not required for returning or continuing students).

Career and Placement after Course

The Careers in a wide range of IT-related areas are:

Computer networking
Network and systems administration
Website development and management
Digital media design
Management information systems (MIS)
Database management
Software development

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Scholarship Per Student	Level of Study	Type
The Google Lime Scholarship	Scholarship per studentCA$ 10,000/Yr$10,000	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Australia Awards Scholarship	Scholarship per studentVariable Amount	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Debesh Kamal Scholarship	Scholarship per studentCA$ 1,385/Yr$1,385	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details
Deutschland Stipendium Program	Scholarship per studentCA$ 4,363/Yr$4,363	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCollege-Specific	View Details
Axol Science Scholarship	Scholarship per studentCA$ 2,000/Yr$2,000	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeCompany-Sponsored	View Details
ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships	Scholarship per studentCA$ 4,000/Yr$4,000	Level Of StudyBachelor	TypeMerit-Based	View Details