Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Information Systems – Database
Learn How to Manage, Interpret, and Secure Data with a Database Information Systems Bachelor’s Degree
Corporations, businesses, and government organizations have to manage unbelievable amounts of data to analyze their operations and make informed decisions. These vast amounts of data are sometimes assessed through programs called business intelligence. Even agencies like the Coast Guard regularly use business intelligence to ensure readiness if issues arise.
Databases are constantly being upgraded, backed up, and repaired. By earning Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Information System – Database, you can be prepared to break into this lucrative and important field. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary for a database administrator in 2018 was around $90,000.*
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Database Administrators, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/database-administrators.htm (visited February 10, 2020). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Earn an Oracle certification in 8 weeks.
- Though our business internship program, you will have the chance to get first-hand experience working alongside experienced professionals in the field.
What Will You Learn?
- Application programming, web architecture, and web development
- Oracle, which will allow you to manipulate data, produce complex programs, and create multi-dimensional databases that can be used by business intelligence systems
- Project management methods, business law, and how to keep information and data secure
Career Opportunities for Our B.S. in Information Systems – Database Graduates
- Applications system analyst
- Business intelligence database developer
- Database administrator
- Technical support analyst
Facilities and Resources for Students in Our Bachelor’s in Information Systems Degree Program
- You can pursue multiple cognates due to the number of elective courses within your degree.
- Our School of Business has its own 78,000-square-foot building with computer labs, a networking and data center, student and faculty common areas, and modern classrooms outfitted with the latest technology.
- Be a part of Liberty’s Center for Cyber Excellence.
- Liberty’s professors care about the success and outcomes of each student.
- You have the opportunity to train and graduate with a variety of certificates such as Microsoft, SAP, Cisco, etc.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
