A word about MS CIS
Joe Aschenbrenner
Senior Manager
Verizon Business
"One of the best parts of the program for me was the time I saved by not having to commute to campus 2-3 times a week. The demands of a husband, father and full-time job keep me busy enough."
Most distance learning programs (and their students) sacrifice the benefits associated with traditional courses, including networking opportunities, guest speakers, and interactive lectures/discussions. By combining limited on-campus residency sessions and distance learning the MS CIS program offers the best of both worlds. Students immerse themselves in their coursework the first week of each semester during an on-campus residency. With this concentrated format the weekly time commitment for the remainder of the semester is reduced. The distance learning component of each course then offers IS professionals’ significant flexibility to complete course requirements.
The University holds commencement exercises for all graduates at the conclusion of each of the regular semesters (May, late July or early August, and December). MS CIS students normally complete their final semester in early June. Students may elect to participate in either the Spring or Summer commencement exercises. Typically, members of each cohort discuss which date is most convenient for the majority of those graduating and try to participate together. Over 80% of the MS CIS graduates have returned to take part in the commencement exercises, though it is entirely optional. Most find Commencement an enjoyable opportunity to celebrate with family and friends and gather with their cohort for a final celebration of their accomplishment.
Detailed information about the commencement process is available. See detailed commencement information.