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Accelerate Your Career in IT With a Master’s in Information Technology
Advance your IT skills in cybersecurity or systems management and security and prepare for industry certifications — no experience or technical background required.
Tell us about yourself.
Gain access to a program brochure, connect with an enrollment advisor and get a head start on your application.
Complete Your Degree in 16–18 Months, 100% Online
Finish your degree in 16-18 months at a part-time pace with online courses that fit into your busy schedule.
Affordable Tuition
Earn your M.S. in Information Technology for under $23K. Financial aid is also available.
Two Concentrations
Gain advanced expertise in cybersecurity or systems management and security through one of our concentrations.
Industry Certifications
Prepare for certifications such as Network+, CompTIA, and Security+ and build a portfolio of work to share with employers.
No Prerequisites or GMAT/GRE Required
Learn foundational coursework and become equipped as an IT professional, regardless of your background.
Overview
Merrimack’s M.S. in Information Technology (MSIT) prepares you with an in-depth understanding of IT concepts through training in advanced technical skills and hands-on experience.
Career Outlook
Potential career paths for graduates of the Master of Science in Information Technology program include:
Computer systems analysts
$103,800
Median annual salary
527,200 jobs

+11% job growth by 2033
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security analysts (cybersecurity)
$120,360
Median annual salary
180,700 jobs

+33% job growth by 2033
Computer and information systems managers
$169,510
Median annual salary
613,500 jobs

+17% job growth by 2033
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025
Student Support Resources
Students in the School of Engineering and Computational Sciences benefit from a dedicated success team.
Support includes:
- Access to coding and LinkedIn Learning courses
- Personal student success coaching
- 1:1 tutoring
- 1:1 mentoring from faculty and program staff
- Career services support for professional growth
Key Dates and Deadlines
Why Merrimack
Merrimack makes it easy and convenient to change the trajectory of your professional IT career.
- 100 percent online coursework allows you to fit the program into your busy schedule.
- You can earn your degree part time in 16–18 months.
- There are six start dates, so you can begin the program at the time of year that works best for you.
- Our MSIT offers a competitive tuition rate among programs of this quality and size.
Frequently Asked Questions
Students in the M.S. in Information Technology program are required to complete 32 credit hours. On average, students can earn their degree in 16–18 months at a part-time pace. This timeline may vary depending on how many credits are taken each semester.
Yes. Students have a variety of options to fund their education. Request more information, and an enrollment advisor will contact you to answer your questions.
Connecting with an enrollment advisor will help you:
- Understand the program admissions criteria and know whether you are eligible to apply
- Gain insight into application best practices and how to submit a strong application
- Know what to expect in your online classroom, including the level of faculty interaction, program outcomes and more
- Have an immediate line of support in the event you have questions or need clarification about the MSIT
Maximize Your Earning Power in a Growing Field
Dive into the rapidly expanding world of IT with an M.S. in Information Technology.
Begin Your Journey