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Department of Computer and Information Technology

Backed by Miami’s renowned liberal arts foundation and hands-on applied education, as a Department of Computer and Information Technology major, you will create and build a unique IT pathway based on your ultimate career goals and plans for graduate studies. Located on Miami University's Hamilton and Middletown campuses we offer in-person classes and 100% online degrees.

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Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (IT)

This Information Technology major allows you to define your IT career niche, create paths for promotion, or ramp up your area of tech expertise in agile/project management, cybersecurity, networking, or software development and support. Our grads work at Nationwide Insurance, Cintas, Christ Hospital, Mitsubishi Electric, SentriLock, and more.
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Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (HIT)

The Health Information Technology major integrates healthcare and technology in the evolving and fast-growing U.S. healthcare system. You will gain applied technical skills to solve problems and manage information. Our graduates are in high demand with a 99% placement rate after graduation and work at Anthem, Kettering Health Network, Bon Secours Mercy Health, and more.

Microcredentials

Select from one of our Microcredentials ranging from Agile-Certified Professional to Intro to Database Management. You can earn a digital credential in just nine credit hours, often entirely online.

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Benefits of Choosing CIT

The Department of Computer and Information Technology (CIT) is located exclusively on the regional campuses of Miami University in  Hamilton, Middletown, and West Chester. 

Small campus advantage

The regional campuses allow students to enjoy the benefits of both a small, personalized campus setting and the assurance that their investment in their education is grounded in a solid technical degree program and the esteemed, national reputation of Miami University. The CIT faculty are industry-experienced teachers committed to the success of students and to keeping pace with ever-changing technology.

Open admission policy

Miami's CIT Program is available exclusively at the regional campuses and enjoy an open admission policy. Students who graduated from high school, earned a GED or present credentials demonstrating equivalent levels of academic achievement (home schooled or other alternative educational program) are eligible to attend. There are no additional requirements to enroll as a CIT Major.

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Scholarship Opportunities

Funding Your STEM Journey

STEM Scholars provides scholarships of up to $5,000 a year and creates a customized pathway experience for Miami University students to advance from an associate to a bachelor’s degree and on to a master’s degree.

Our Grads Are Among The Best

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Roshanak Basty, '19 UC Doctoral Candidate “Watching and working with the professors at Miami Regionals inspired me to become a compassionate and adept instructor in the future myself."
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Haitham Algbory ‘20 League of Legends, Assistant Coach for TSM “Since my family always encouraged me to get a college education, I felt that I had the path right in front of me; finish my IT degree at Miami University [RegIonals] while continuing my personal research and learning about soccer at its developmental and professional level.”
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Aaron Cook ‘21 Cincinnati Financial, Client Services Analyst "I have some technical experience, but I also love working face to face with people and communicating. Agile provided a perfect mix that I think matched my personality and skill set."
Aaron Cook
Brad Mueller ‘15 Bon Secours Mercy Health, Medical Device Engineer "When I was at Miami Regionals, HIT was new. I knew I liked IT, but I didn’t want to be stuck behind a desk. I knew (health care systems) would want the best of IT for patient care, so I decided to study health care IT. Today, demand for HIT is very high and there is lots of growth potential."
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Vision and Values

We aspire to graduate students who have the ability to provide the highest quality technology-based solutions that ethically connect people, organizations, and community.

The Department of Computer and Information Technology is committed to:

  • Creating an intellectually stimulating and challenging learning environment.
  • Fostering high quality teaching.
  • Promoting ethical decision making.
  • Promoting diversity awareness.
  • Providing a flexible and dynamic curriculum that is responsive to the changing IT workforce.

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Department of Computer and Information Technology

Hamilton Campus Mosler Hall 301
Middletown Campus Johnston Hall
513-785-3132