Accelerated IT degrees that include certifications

The School of Information Technology prepares students for career opportunities in cybersecurity, information systems, and other I.T. fields through accelerated I.T. degree programs. Multiple industry certifications are included in every information technology degree program, and many are covered by tuition. Cybersecurity and information technology industry employers look at certifications such as CompTIA Security+ and Network+ alongside degrees. When you graduate from Hallmark University with an I.T. or Cybersecurity degree, you can be confident that you have the education that employers are looking for.
 
Curriculum Shaped by Industry Experts
Our program is guided by a group of I.T. industry experts that help shape our curriculum, ensuring course material is in direct alignment with the needs of the I.T. job market. Our faculty have experience working in-field and share their expert insight with every student, leading to our long-term success as an I.T. college in San Antonio.School of IT academy partners: Cisco, Microsoft, Comptia, and EC Council

A Different I.T. University

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Finish Faster

Earn Your I.T. or Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree in Just 29 Months

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Hands-on Simulations

Work on Server Racks and Perform Cybersecurity Scenarios in our Security Operations Center (SOC)

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Industry Certifications

Every I.T. Degree includes Multiple Certifications that Help our Graduates get I.T. Jobs

I.T. and Cybersecurity Degree Programs

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Associate Degree Programs

Information Technology

Associate of Applied Science
15 Month Program

Job Opportunities:

  • ‧ PC Technician
  • ‧ Computer Support Specialist
  • ‧ Network Administrators
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Bachelor’s Degree Programs

Information Systems

Bachelor of Science
29 Month Program

Job Opportunities:

  • ‧ Data Analyst
  • ‧ IT Consultant
  • ‧ Database Administrator
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Information Systems
Cybersecurity

Bachelor of Science
29 Month Program

Job Opportunities:

  • ‧ IT Security Consultant
  • ‧ Security Analyst
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Cybersecurity

Bachelor of Science
29 Month Program

Job Opportunities:

  • ‧ Security Engineer
  • ‧ Forensic Computer Analyst
  • ‧ Security Systems Administrator
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Master’s Degree Programs

Cybersecurity

Master of Science
10 Month Program

Job Opportunities:

  • ‧ Chief Information Security Officer
  • ‧ Security Architect
  • ‧ Forensic Computer Expert
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“Cybersecurity is a fast-paced industry, and with completing a bachelor’s at Hallmark University in 2 years versus 4 years or 5 at a traditional college, it keeps our knowledge up-to-date and relevant…now I’m 22 years old, making 6 figures right after a bachelor’s degree.”
J Tatsuya Peters
Class of 2019

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I.T. Certifications That Boost Your Resume

Earning industry certifications from our IT school gives you an advantage in your marketability in the information technology field. Certification exams allow you to prove your skills and readiness for an I.T. career. All our I.T. and cybersecurity degrees include certification prep and exams in the course material and students can take certification exams on-site at our university in San Antonio. We include many of the exam costs in your tuition, so your education bundles the I.T. degree with multiple certifications, creating a total package for I.T. career preparation.

Hallmark University also has academic partnerships with leading I.T. companies. These partnerships have allowed us to keep our curriculum current to meet the exact standards that are expected by today’s I.T. industry. These companies include:

  • Cisco
  • Comptia
  • Microsoft
  • EC Council
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Industry Designed
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Dedicated Student
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I.T. Job Stability and Career Outlook

Median Salary
Over
$95,000

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that jobs in computers and information technology will grow 13% from 2020 to 2030. This projected growth is faster than the average of all occupations. I.T. is a vital component of organizations in education, healthcare, government and more leading to the stability in the I.T. industry. For computer and information technology occupations, the median annual wage in 2021 was $97,430. This is over $50,000 higher than all occupations’ median annual wage of $45,760. Graduates with a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity can earn a median annual wage of $102,600 as Information Security Analysts, and Computer Systems Analysts can earn a median annual wage of $99,270 with a bachelor’s degree in information systems.
Source:bls.gov

I.T. and Cybersecurity Career Opportunities

Graduates from our I.T. school have found success working for businesses in San Antonio, Texas, and beyond. With our accelerated I.T. degree programs, graduates are ready for employment with their hands-on experience, I.T. and cybersecurity certifications, and degrees. In our degree programs, we have resume-building workshops and train our students on the soft skills employers are looking for with our focused Hallmark Character curriculum. Our dedicated Career Services department has formed relationships with great employers. These employers know to come to Hallmark University if they need experienced and qualified I.T. or cybersecurity candidates that are ready to work.

Graduates can begin information technology and cybersecurity careers including:

  • Computer Systems Analyst
  • Server Technician
  • I.T Support Specialist
  • Network Administrator
  • Information Security Analyst

Graduates Hired By:

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Engaging Scenarios and Hands-On Training

Security Operations Center
Our Security Operations Center puts students in the shoes of cybersecurity analysts by recreating the atmosphere they will work in when they enter the cybersecurity field. Students will run cybersecurity scenarios where they will hack and defend and engage in simulations, so they are prepared when they face these challenges in their careers.

Employers want experienced candidates, and this enhanced classroom experience allows our graduates to complete their cybersecurity bachelor’s degree ahead of others with a resume that shows experience and credentials (industry certifications).

Our partnership with EC Council allows us to train I.T. bachelor’s degree students for the Certified Ethical Hacker(CEH) certification and is included in tuition.