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Schools Concentrating On Computer Systems Managers
- Focus: For schools with a focus on this career area, look at Western Governors University, Utah Valley State, Dixie State, and Salt Lake Community College.
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- Request Info: For the fastest information for prospective students, look at the Spotlight schools on this page.
Student Body
- Part-Time: For schools emphasizing part-time studies, consider University of Utah, Utah State, Southern Utah University, and Westminster College.
- Diverse: For a diverse student body, consider Westminster College.
School Setting
- Out of State: For geographic diversity, take note of Western Governors University, Neumont University, Brigham Young, and Westminster College.
- Dorms: For a residential campus environment, take note of Westminster College, Utah State, University of Utah, and Brigham Young.
Excellence
- SAT: For students with high SAT scores, look at Brigham Young, Westminster College, and University of Utah.
- % Accepted: For selective institutions, look at Western Governors University.
- Class Size: For small class sizes, look at Neumont University, Utah State, Westminster College, and University of Utah.
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Student/Alumnus Reviews of Schools for This Career and State
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Weber State University • Ogden, UT
Studying Integrated Studies (Custom Degree Incorporating CS, Telecommunications, And Sales) (completion in 2009)
• 8/15/2011
"The cost and flexibility were the keys to my satisfaction. The downsides were the reputation of the degree and the quality of the coursework. Were I to go to school all over again, I would try to find a more specific program than the BIS degree I ultimately earned. However, I was able to graduate with a 4 year degree while working full time and raising a family, and I paid for it all by myself. That says a lot."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | maybe | Since the degrees being offered are always being updated with the current trends, I would definitely recommend that someone looking into an IT career check out Weber State University's current programs. I know that they introduced a program I would have much preferred near the end of my time there. |
| Program Reputation | 4 | Weber State doesn't have an above average reputation in-state. My degree, as a customized degree, would probably have even less of a reputation. I find I typically need to explain what a "BIS degree" is, and then list out my areas of study to people. Looking back, if the school had offered a degree that was closer in line to what I desired at the time I started, I would have not done the BIS degree. |
| Program Quality | 6 | My degree from Weber State University wasn't really that hard to get. I didn't feel very challenged most of the time. With that said, it was easy to complete, with some of my courses taken online. Weber State University didn't really have a program for what I would have preferred (Internet and Web technologies). The school did offer a customized degree, which is what I did, so that I could try to tailor my own program to meet my needs. |
| Instruction | 5 | In retrospect, the instruction really wasn't that comprehensive, even in some higher level courses. However, the instruction was usually flexible with my schedule (I was working full time in my IT job). I feel that the degree did help me in my overall knowledge, but there really isn't one particular area in my career in which I feel my education is indispensable. |
| How Difficult | 5 | I felt like some of my courses really didn't push me. I felt as though some of the professors were just on "cruise control," offering the minimum amount of coursework that was considered acceptable. That wasn't the case in every course - some were more challenging than others. However, I do remember thinking at the time that some courses sure seemed easy for 400-level courses. Weber State has a nickname in state from other schools' alumni: "Harrison High" (the university is on Harrison Blvd.), likely because it is perceived as not very difficult to graduate from. I went there because it is very affordable and flexible in scheduling. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | My experience with the courses were mixed. My telecommunications and computer science courses were very hands on, since they are computer related. Most of the coursework was based on computer assignments, like programming or creating multimedia documents (Flash, Photoshop, etc.). My sales courses were almost entirely book based, with only a couple of exams along the way throughout the semester. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 9 | Class flexibility is the one area I would rate Weber State as high on. They offer a number of courses online throughout the catalog. They also offered many of my classes in the evening. They have a reputation as a "working students" school because they are so flexible in their course offerings. |
| Academic Facilities | 8 | Weber State University seems to embrace technology, offering a number of resources online, such as technology eBooks, online courses, online library resources (article databases), and more. Computer labs are available in many locations and throughout the day. Classroom space is continually expanded (a new building just opened this year). Professors typically make themselves very available via email, phone, or in-person. I was very pleased with this aspect of Weber. |
| Social Life | 4 | As a working adult, I was never into the "college scene." I didn't seek out these types of experiences while at Weber State. I was basically just there to get my degree and get out. With that said, the school is really more of a commuter school. I don't believe there is a very strong and vibrant social scene on the campus, as most students just come to school for the day, then drive home. |
| Placement Services | 5 | I had already had a position at my firm when I started my degree at Weber State, so I did not use the job placement or career services offered by the school. I cannot accurately rate the assistance, because I did not take advantage of the services. |
| Alumni Network | 5 | I never really need the alumni network, and I haven't been involved with it in any capacity. It is a little difficult for me to rate the network, considering I've never wanted to do much with it. I do get occasional emails from the university alumni network, but I never follow up on them. |
Neumont University • Salt Lake City, UT
Studying Computer Science (completion in 2007)
• 1/15/2012
"Everything about the program was excellent except for the cost. Only one of my friends graduated and is now trying to pay off student loans. All my friends who dropped out are successful computer programmers."
Ratings are on a 1-10 scale
| Characteristic | Rating | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Would Recommend? | yes | Even if you do not finish, the friendships and experiences from Neumont will prepare you for financial and intellectual success in computer programming. The program is a very unique experience. |
| Program Reputation | 9 | Not many people outside of Utah are familiar with the program. People who have heard of it respect the program. |
| Program Quality | 8 | The community was excellent for computer science. Unfortunately, the program was too expensive for me to finish. Despite not having a degree or certificate, the friendships I made there have attributed to my success as a programmer. |
| Instruction | 8 | I did not take very many courses. The courses I did take were very relevant to my career. |
| How Difficult | 3 | I began my studies already able to do some programming. I was not challenged until I got my first job. |
| Hands-On vs. Bookish | Everything was project- and team-based learning. Laptops were used more than textbooks. | |
| Schedule Flexibility | 1 | Courses were designed to be similar to a work day. Evenings and weekend classes were not available. |
| Academic Facilities | 8 | Every student was provided with a laptop. There were limited resources for a library. |
| Social Life | 10 | Everyone in the program shared the desire to become skilled computer programmers. Dormitories were filled with students learning and collaborating on homework and non-homework assignments. |
| Placement Services | I did not use their job placement services. My roommate from freshman year landed me my first job. | |
| Alumni Network | 9 | The friends I made in school are still my close friends. Alumni are very capable in the computer programming industry. |
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