Robert Morris University

Academics

Distinguishing Characteristics

Graduate program(s)
Name: Department: Competitive Intelligence Systems Computer & Information Systems Internet Information Systems Computer & Information Systems Internet Security Assurance Computer & Information Systems
Distinguishing characteristics of online program (as submitted by school)
RMU uses the same courses, syllabi, and learning outcomes for online courses as are used for face to face courses. The faculty members who teach online are the same as those who teach face to face. RMU has been utilizing online course delivery since 1999 and has been educating adult learners since 1921 by the application of theory to the work environment. We offer the student services that adults need at the times they can access.
School type	Private
Terms	Courses are 8 weeks long.

Program Offerings

Online master's in computer information technology programs	3
Concentrations with highest demand
N/A
Concentrations offered
Computer Systems Analysis Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
More specialized departments/concentrations offered
Cybersecurity Systems Development/Management Internet Technology

Course Offerings

Credit-granting courses

40

Veterans

G.I. Bill certified	Yes
Yellow Ribbon Program member	Yes
SOC Member	Yes
Credit-granting DANTES course(s)	Yes

Faculty

Instructional faculty that teach courses accessible online	9 full-time; 0 part-time
Instructional faculty with Ph.D. or terminal degree	100% full-time
Tenured or tenure-track faculty	9
Average experience teaching online courses	N/A
Program fully finances faculty training	Yes
Tech staff supporting faculty	N/A

Class Size

Average class size	8
Maximum class size	22

Integration With Campus

Can earn degree entirely online	Yes
Can earn degree entirely abroad	Yes
Possible in-person attendance requirements
Orientations No Classes No Group projects/simulations No Exams No
Same academic track as campus-based program	No

Retention

One-year retention rates

N/A

Graduation

Graduation rates	N/A
Most frequent duration of time for new students to graduate	N/A
Program target time to graduate	N/A
Required time to earn degree	7 years