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Online Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Cloud Computing
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
40 bachelor's courses
11 weeks long
$ 1525
Cost per course
Online program
Earn your degree on your terms.
Why earn a cloud computing degree from Strayer?
Cloud Computing is an important part of the IT industry. The Strayer BS in Information Technology with a concentration in Cloud Computing can set you up to apply your skills in designing, troubleshooting and administering cloud environments, with an emphasis on services provided by the major cloud providers: Amazon Web Services (AWS)® and Microsoft Azure®.
Deliver computing resources in the cloud
As more organizations look to on-demand computing services over the internet, explore what it takes to offer innovation, flexibility and economy of scale with an online BSIT in Cloud Computing from Strayer. You’ll learn how to navigate cloud infrastructure from Amazon Web Services (AWS)® and Microsoft Azure®, including effective management, scaling, monitoring, cost reduction and utilizing network security features for these environments.
Skills you’ll learn in a Strayer BSIT, Cloud Computing concentration
A Strayer degree can help prepare you for career opportunities in cloud computing while offering support, flexible learning options and career planning every step of the way.
- Develop practices and principals pertaining to AWS® cloud architecture.
- Improve functionality while decreasing cost of cloud-based AWS® environments.
- Learn methods for effective use for management of AWS® services.
- Develop techniques for increasing, scaling and managing AWS® infrastructure.
- Create, maintain and monitor networks with AWS® infrastructure.
- Configure and administer Azure® services.
- Utilize general and network security features for Azure® fundamentals.
Earn your degree from an accredited university
Strayer University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) www.msche.org. Strayer University’s accreditation status is Accreditation Reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 22, 2017 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.
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Program cost breakdown
In most cases, the Strayer BS program consists of 40 courses, with the price of $1,525 per course in tuition. There are additional fees for textbooks and supplies, a $65 technology fee each term, and a one-time $150 degree conferral fee.
Transfer credits
Courses from another institution may be eligible for transfer to Strayer, which can reduce the number of courses you need to graduate and your overall tuition. Bachelor’s students can transfer up to 28 classes toward the bachelor’s degree (if approved). Strayer’s transfer credit page has more information as well as a tool to estimate how many transfer credits you may be able to apply to your Strayer degree program.
Scholarships and financial aid
There are a number of financial aid options worth exploring on our financial aid page. To apply for federal aid, prospective students should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Stafford loans are available for graduate study. These are direct unsubsidized loans, not based on financial need. Unlike subsidized loans, Stafford loan interest will accrue while in the program. Making interest payments while in school will help reduce the amount of principal that would otherwise build up.
There are also scholarships and private loans available for Strayer students.
Save up to $15,250 on your Strayer bachelor’s degree by accessing your general education courses through our affiliate, Sophia Learning.*
*Savings assumes transferring 10 courses taken at Sophia Learning. Eligibility rules apply. Connect with us for details.
Courses from another institution may be eligible for transfer to Strayer, which can reduce the number of courses you need to graduate and your overall tuition. Bachelor’s students can transfer up to 28 classes toward the bachelor’s degree (if approved). Strayer’s transfer credit page has more information as well as a tool to estimate how many transfer credits you may be able to apply to your Strayer degree program.
More than 500 organizations invest in their employees by partnering with Strayer University to offer access to tuition savings and other educational benefits. If your employer is a corporate partner, you may qualify for programs that can help you discover career pathways in your field.
Private loans
Nonfederal loans may pay the difference between the cost of attendance and the total of loans and grants received from other tuition assistance programs. The terms and conditions of federal loans are often more favorable than private loans and should be considered before exploring private loans.
Military tuition assistance
Scholarships are offered to eligible students currently serving in the military as well as military spouses. Strayer is also approved by Veterans Affairs to accept and process veteran education benefits. Learn more about Strayer’s active military assistance program here.
Veteran benefits
In addition to participating fully in the Yellow Ribbon Program, Strayer is approved by Veterans Affairs to accept and process veteran education benefits. Student veterans can receive transfer credit for eligible military training and life experiences.
What coursework do you need to get a BS in IT with a concentration in Cloud Computing?
A Strayer BS in IT can help you develop a broad skill set both in business and IT, with an emphasis on the latest cloud computing. View all courses.
What is a minor in college?
A minor is a group of five courses in a select subject area that can add depth to your resume and round out your degree. Pursuing a minor offers you the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in a secondary area of interest outside of your major and concentration.
How does a minor work?
Since you can use elective courses to complete a minor, in some cases you may not have to spend extra time or money on additional courses to complete your degree. Keep in mind that courses used to complete your major can’t be applied toward a minor.
Should you get a minor in college?
Getting a minor can help give you professional skills. It demonstrates your forward thinking, self-motivation and organization – all valuable skills in the workplace.
Sample courses
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This course is an integrative capstone course for the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology program. The course takes a senior management approach to examine and solve real-world problems and projects. Students will apply project management techniques to create integrative information technology solutions that include databases, systems analysis, security, networking, computer infrastructure, human-computer interaction and web design.
This course prepares students to design, develop and administer a secure and efficient cloud-based system to support organizational data needs. It introduces students to fundamental cloud computing security concepts, including access control and management, governance, logging and encryption methods. It also covers security-related compliance protocols, risk management strategies and security features of cloud-based services. This course will also include Amazon Web Services (AWS)® preparatory materials for the AWS® Cloud Architecting Certification exam. AWS® preparatory materials are included in portions of this course’s reading materials, assignments and quizzes that are delivered through the Strayer learning management system. There are no additional costs for the AWS® Academy preparatory materials utilized in this course. Prerequisite: CIS376.
Certification offering: Certification availability is subject to change and students pursuing certification are responsible for the cost of the AWS® Cloud Architecting Certification exam separately administered by AWS®.
Course preparation requirements: Course may require that prerequisites are satisfied through completion of a course at Strayer University, transfer credit or review of previous certifications earned. Contact a dean, advisor or coach for additional information.
This course introduces students to best practices in the Amazon Web Services (AWS)® Cloud. It introduces design patterns to solve problems and troubleshoot various real-world cloud service scenarios. Opportunities to explore case studies and to build actual infrastructures through labs and hands on activities are provided throughout. This course is designed to support students in preparation for the AWS® SysOps Administrator – Associate certification exam. Prerequisite: CIS437.
This course introduces students to best practices in the design of repeatable, configurable and deployable networking and storage solutions in the Amazon Web Services (AWS)® Cloud. Opportunities to explore case studies and to build actual infrastructures through labs and hands on activities are provided throughout. This course is designed to support students in preparation for the AWS® SysOps Administrator – Associate certification exam. Prerequisite: CIS447.
This is a lab-based course that helps to prepare students to install, configure, secure and maintain the Windows server environment. Topics include configuring and managing DHCP, DNS, routing and remote access, file and print services. Prerequisite(s): CIS175, CIS225, CIS312 or CIS337.
Certification offering: Certification availability is subject to change.
Course preparation requirements: Course may require that prerequisites are satisfied through completion of a course at Strayer University, transfer credit or review of previous certifications earned. Contact a dean, advisor or coach for additional information.
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Bachelor’s in IT admission requirements
Before you can pursue your bachelor’s degree, you have to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you need to get started for admission to the university.
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
A diploma from an approved high school or its equivalent
Official copies of transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Learn more about the admission process at Strayer. Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
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