Maryville’s Early Access program allows you to earn up to 12 credits toward your master’s degree as you complete the required coursework for your undergraduate degree. Once you’ve completed at least 90 credit hours or more of your bachelor’s degree (with a GPA of 3.25 or higher), you may be eligible to get a head start on your master’s degree. Graduate-level Early Access courses are billed at the undergraduate tuition rate — so you can save time and money. Contact an admissions advisor to learn more.

Maryville University Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems online
Develop in-demand, cutting-edge skills. Learn to design and manage the computer and network systems that organizations rely on for success.
About the program
- Get hands-on, real-world experience: Choose from an internship or independent project to apply what you’ve learned in the real world.
- Prepare for your IT career: Access career support options including virtual career fairs, online tutoring, access to LinkedIn Learning, résumé writing, mock interviews, and more.
- Transfer credits to complete your degree sooner: Graduate faster if you previously earned college credits. Maryville considers all transfer credits, even if you earned them years ago.
About Maryville University
Maryville University’s mission is to provide access and opportunity to those who are brave enough to make their dreams a reality. Since 1872, Maryville University has offered a high-quality, student-centered educational experience to its students by providing personalized, comprehensive support; a practical, future-focused education; and accessible and experienced faculty.
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Curriculum
Maryville’s online BS in management information systems can help you develop the cross-functional expertise to become a technical and strategic leader in any organization. You’ll learn how to design, build, and manage the systems that provide critical business insights — enabling organizations to analyze processes, optimize finances, and better understand their customers. The design of this program equips you to pursue careers in a wide range of disciplines — as well as prepares you to earn advanced degrees and additional certifications in the field.
As well as general education courses and electives, the 128-credit curriculum includes:
- Management information systems (MIS) major courses: Learn key technology skills in application development, programming, project management, and information security. These teach you how to design and successfully implement information systems.
- Business core courses: Develop your business expertise with a foundation in financial accounting, economics, business law, and statistics. These courses provide the contextual knowledge to make informed decisions or launch your own business.
- Project-based courses: Gain hands-on experience in programming, problem solving, project management, analytics, and network security. You’ll work with industry tools and emerging technologies to learn the skills that employers are seeking.
Admissions
The process for admission and enrollment is straightforward and hassle-free, with guidance from a dedicated admissions advisor. No application fees or entrance exams are required, and you can choose to start in the fall, spring, or summer. Maryville University is transfer-credit friendly and will even request transcripts on your behalf. Applicants who don’t meet the GPA requirements may be considered for provisional admission for certain programs.
To complete an application, you’ll need to submit:
A simplified, no-cost online application
Your high school diploma or GED
Official high school transcripts, with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Early Access program

Frequently asked questions
Maryville’s online Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems can lead to exciting and rewarding career opportunities in the IT industry. Popular roles that graduates can pursue include:
Database administrator
Information security analyst
Networking specialist
Systems administrator
Software developer
Technical services manager
Yes, the program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
In addition, Maryville University proudly holds regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Maryville has maintained accreditation from the HLC since 1941, and this status was most recently reaffirmed in 2015.
Most learners complete the online bachelor’s degree in management information systems in four years. You may be able to satisfy the general education requirements through eligible transfer credits to complete the program sooner — in as few as two years (full time) or three-and-a-half years (part time).