Two paths to earn your Master of Information Systems
- Earn a competency-based MIS in less than 1 year and under $11K
- Or, earn your MIS online in as little as 17 months at a steady, predictable pace in our traditional pathway.
- In both programs, you’ll gain 33 career-relevant skills that can be applied on the job.
Let's talk about all the ways you can save time and money on your degree.
Let's explore ways to save on your education.
Salary range1
$127,180-$207,850
Salary ranges reflect the 25th and 75th percentile for management occupations, as reported by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Job Growth2
15%
Projected job growth for management occupations, 2023 and 2033, according to BLS.
- The salary ranges are not specific to students or graduates of University of Phoenix. Actual outcomes vary based on multiple factors, including prior work experience, geographic location, and other factors specific to the individual. University of Phoenix does not guarantee employment, salary level, or career advancement. BLS data is geographically based, information for a specific state/city can be researched on the BLS website
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- The BLS Projected Growth for 2023-2033 is published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. This data reflects the BLS’ projections of national (not local) conditions. These data points are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates.
MIS programs
Which MIS is right for you?
Master's degree
Master of Information Systems
Eligible for transfer credits
This could be a fit for you if you:
Prefer to work at a steady, predictable pace, taking one course at a time
Want to collaborate with peers and instructors
You have your bachelor's degree in any field
Want to explore a new career field
Master's degree
Master of Information Systems (Competency Based-CB)
Not eligible for transfer credits
This could be a fit for you if you:
Prefer to learn independently
Desire self-paced, flexible learning with faculty guidance
Possess a bachelor’s in information technology or business
Paying for school
Tuition is based on number of credit hours per course. Courses are typically 3 credits, but can range from 1-6 credits. Costs do not include savings opportunities like transfer credits and scholarships.
Master's
Cost per credit
Credits per course
Resource fee
$698
x3
+ $195
Estimated cost per course
$2,289 / course
What affects the overall cost of my program?
Your full program cost can vary by:
- Savings opportunities. Get your degree faster and for less with eligible transfer credits, scholarships and work experience credits. Students with eligible credits and relevant experience can save up to $6,800 and 9 credits off their master’s degree.
Earn your master’s degree faster and for less with eligible savings opportunities:
The Competency-Based program requires additional admission requirements:
- An undergraduate degree, or higher, in business, computer science, information technology, or a related field (cybersecurity, engineering, etc.).
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5.
- Three years of experience within the past 10 years in an IT/business environment.
Accredited for 45+ years
Since 1978, University of Phoenix has maintained institutional accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), hlcommission.org . Learn more about the value of University of Phoenix accreditation and how it benefits our students.
Save time & money
- Starting with your first course, every qualifying new student will be awarded one of our scholarships, or you’ll get the best savings you qualify for.
- Lock in the peace of mind that comes with fixed, affordable tuition. You’ll enjoy one flat rate from the moment you enroll until the day you graduate from your program. That’s your Tuition Guarantee.
- Select competency-based degrees you can finish in less than 1 year and under $11K.
- No application fee, no SAT or GMAT test requirements, and we’ll even request your prior college transcripts for you, when possible, at no cost to you.
- You deserve credit for your relevant life experience. In our traditional MIS program, students with eligible credits and relevant experience could can save up to $6,800, and 9 credits off their master’s degree.
Exceptional flexibility
- Online classes, always on – 24/7/365.
- Highly rated 1-on-1 support, available 14 hours a day, 5 days a week.
- Start your degree when you’re ready, with many opportunities a year.
Career-relevant education
- Both Master of Information Systems degrees teach 36 career-relevant skills.
- Our Career Services for Life® commitment. Career planning resources, resumé help and more is available to you. For life.
- Our instructors are accomplished professionals who average 28+ years of experience.
