
Online Associate of Applied Science Degree in Information Technology (IT)
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Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology Overview
The U.S. expects to have 377,500 IT job openings each year from 2022 to 2032. Make your comeback and be ready to meet the growing demand — earn your degree 100% online, on your schedule.
- Learn the latest developments and technologies needed to launch an IT career — or lay the foundation for a future bachelor’s degree.
- Build the technical skills needed to create software applications, manage databases, develop websites, install and maintain networks, troubleshoot hardware and software problems, and more.
- Earn optional embedded micro-credentials in Foundations for IT Education and IT Fundamentals as part of your degree program.
Military Transfer Credit
Servicemembers and veterans, get the recognition you deserve and earn your degree faster with our PME2Degree® program. Use our Military Transfer Credit Estimator to see how much of your occupational and military training counts as college credit.
Purdue Global Is Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
The HLC (HLCommission.org) is an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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What Courses Will I Take?
The curriculum offers a solid technical foundation in creating software applications, managing databases, developing websites, installing and maintaining networks, troubleshooting hardware and software problems, and more.
Sample Courses
- Foundations for Success in IT Careers
- Microsoft Office Applications on Demand
- Information Technology Concepts
- Software Development Concepts
- Networking Concepts
Program Requirements
1 semester credit hour = 1.5 quarter credit hours
3-Week Trial
Not sure if Purdue Global is right for you? Try an undergraduate program for an introductory 3-week trial period.
There’s no financial obligation and no cost to apply. That’s the Purdue Global Commitment.
Students who choose to continue at Purdue Global will be billed for the full first term's tuition, including the 3-week trial. See Notes and Conditions below.
Admissions Requirements
You must be a high school graduate or possess a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or other equivalency diploma. You must also complete orientation before you start classes.
Refer to the University Catalog or speak to an Advisor to learn more.
Upcoming Start Dates
We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.
Build a Pathway Toward Certification
The coursework covers topics you will need to understand should you decide to pursue relevant industry credentials. Certifications can validate your skills and help you secure a professional role within the evolving IT field.
Earn Credit for Prior Certifications
If you’ve already completed certification exams, you may be eligible for credit toward your degree.
See Notes and Conditions below for important information.
Get a Head Start on Your Bachelor’s Degree
By completing your associate’s degree, you’ll not only earn a valuable credential to make an immediate impact on your career, you’ll also lay the groundwork for a bachelor’s degree in IT, cybersecurity, or cloud computing. Transfer your associate’s degree into a Purdue Global bachelor’s degree.
Ways to Save on Time and Tuition
Purdue Global works with students to find ways to reduce costs and make education more accessible. Contact us to learn about opportunities to save on your educational costs.
Transfer Credits
Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.
Prior Work Experience Reduction
You could earn undergraduate credit for your life and professional career experiences.
Financial Aid
Learn about federal financial aid programs available for many of our degree programs.
Grants and Loans
Learn about federal and state grants and loan programs that may be available.
Corporate Partner Benefits
Employees of Purdue Global partner organizations may be eligible for special tuition reductions.
Military Tuition Reduction
Undergraduate tuition savings for military include a 55% reduction per credit for current servicemembers and 38% per credit for veterans.
Prior Military Experience
Earn credit for your military training. The average Purdue Global military student is awarded 54% of the credits needed for an associate's and 45% of the credits needed for a bachelor's.
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Possible Behavioral Interview Questions for This Field of Study
- Can you walk me through your professional background and share a specific experience that best reflects who you are as a professional?
- Tell me about a time you failed and what you learned from it.
- Tell me about a time when you set a significant career goal for yourself. What steps did you take to achieve it, and what was the outcome?
- Give an example of a time when you worked as part of a team to complete a project.
- How have you handled a situation where a customer or user was frustrated with technology?
Sample Skills Developed and Used in This Field
- Technical Support
- Help Desk Support
- Operating Systems
- Project Management
- Customer Support
- ServiceNow
- Information Systems
- User-End Training and Support
- Troubleshooting
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Problem Solving
- Operating Systems
- Issue Tracking
- Firewall
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Get to Know Our Faculty
Purdue Global faculty members are real-world practitioners who bring knowledge gained through the powerful combination of higher learning and industry experience.
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Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school- or program-specific calculations. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, August 2025. 2024–2025 academic year.