BS in Information Systems – Data Networking Start Your Journey
120
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Learn to Solve Data Management Problems with Our Online BS in Information Systems – Data Networking Degree
Liberty University’s online Bachelor of Science (BS) in Information Systems – Data Networking degree can help equip you for the future of information technology and systems management. Our online BS in data networking degree will teach you how to apply technology management skills to business, government, and nonprofit organizations.
Our online BS in Information Systems – Data Networking degree is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career while offering you flexibility. At Liberty, you can complete your degree on your own schedule.
Why Choose Liberty’s Online BS in Information Systems – Data Networking Degree?
Are you looking for a rewarding career with a promising industry outlook? Our online bachelor’s in information systems – data and software networking degree can help you make a positive impact on businesses. Learn to develop and deploy secure data network systems and manage corporate information systems.
Our online data networking program can provide you with an accredited degree from a top-ranked university. Our bachelor’s degree in data networking can help you pursue marketable professional certifications in industry-essential tools, like Cisco and Java.
We offer our bachelor’s degree in data networking online so that you can earn a quality education while staying connected with your job, family, church, and community. Liberty University is one of the largest private, nonprofit universities in the nation and the largest university in Virginia. While pursuing your data networking degree, you will have access to an abundance of IT resources that can help further your knowledge and certifications.
What Will You Study with Our Online BS in Information Systems – Data Networking Degree Program?
Liberty University’s online BS in data networking will provide you with essential training in business, technology management, and computer science. This degree places an emphasis on computer systems analysis, networking languages, and management skills needed for many industries.
You will also complete requirements for several professional certifications as part of this degree. These include the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam and the CompTIA A+ (CompTIA) exam.
Potential Career Opportunities
Our data networking bachelor’s degree online can help prepare you for a career in data networking. Through our online bachelor’s in data networking degree, you can learn to provide support to businesses, financial institutions, telecommunications companies, healthcare organizations, and national security agencies. Our BS in Information Systems – Data Networking degree is designed to prepare you for several well-paying jobs.
Potential careers include:
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Information Systems Manager
- Network Architect
- Network System Engineer/Administrator
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Degree Information
- This IS in data networking bachelor’s degree program falls under the School of Business.
- View the online Undergraduate Business Course Guides (login required).
- This bachelor’s in information systems – data networking degree requires assessment fees in some business courses. Oracle® fees are also required for certain courses.
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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
Undergraduate Full Time | $390/Credit |
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Undergraduate Part Time | $455/Credit |
Military Undergraduate | $250/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for Our Data Networking Bachelor’s Degree
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9595.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official high school transcripts or official GED test scores.*
- Students may be allowed to enroll in up to 12 credit hours with Liberty with the submission of our High School Self-Certification Form (login required – you will first need to claim your Liberty Account).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system).
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
*Official high school transcript requirement may be waived with college transcripts from an accredited college/university showing at least 12 earned credit hours with an acceptable GPA.
Note: A 2.0 or above cumulative GPA is required for admission in good standing.
Transcript Policies
High School Transcript Policy
Applicants may submit a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of a final official high school transcript in order to enroll in up to 12 credit hours at Liberty University.
- Applicants may submit a college transcript showing 12 or more credits from an accredited institution and a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of high school transcripts.
Students must submit official high school transcripts, or official college transcripts showing at least 12 credit hours earned with an acceptable grade point average (GPA) from an accredited institution, in order to register for additional courses.
The official high school transcript, GED requirement, and High School Self-Certification Form can be waived if the applicant has earned an associate degree or higher.
Final transcripts must reflect all coursework and final grades received for grades 9-12, a graduation date, and an overall GPA. (Mailed transcripts must be in a sealed and unopened envelope.)
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Military Transfers
If you have military-only transfer credits (completed basic training and enlistment), you must request an official military transcript. Please go to the Military Transfer Credit webpage to request your military transcript.
International Applicants
If you are an international applicant, you may be required to have your international transcripts reviewed. Information regarding the transcript evaluation process for international students can be found by visiting NACES.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Admissions Office Contact Information
Liberty University Online Admissions Verification
1971 University Blvd.
Lynchburg, VA 24515
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who service in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
*Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is data networking?
Most organizations rely on communication networks to transmit sensitive information through operating systems. Data and computer networking are key components of the technology infrastructure within these organizations. In managing an organization’s data network, you will organize, install, and maintain the data communication systems.
Network architecture requires reliability and scalability as well as frequent upgrades and repairs to ensure the system’s operational effectiveness. Our graduates are uniquely prepared to thrive in these roles. If you want to be a network administrator or a network engineer, this degree may be the right fit for you.
What accreditation does Liberty University have?
Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Can my professional experience be used for transfer credit?
You may be eligible to earn additional credit through life experience.
Does this program have any additional accreditation?
This online data networking bachelor’s degree holds program accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). Our School of Business is among only 3% of business schools worldwide to earn ACBSP accreditation.
What are the benefits of pursuing a program like this online?
As an online student, you will have the opportunity to network with experts in data networking and information systems from across the country.
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