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The Computer Information Systems (CIS) program of study can prepare you to be an active participant in the Information Systems Digital Age. The twenty-first century promises to be one of unparalleled opportunities for individuals with Computer Information Systems and business skills.

Students completing the Computer Information Systems program earn a 

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

The Gary E. West College of Business Computer Information Systems (CIS) program is housed in Main Hall which contains four internet accessible computer labs available for CIS students. The curriculum provides instruction in all areas of CIS. Coursework is centered around programming, personal computers, and network operations.

Programming languages in the curriculum emphasize Microsoft Visual Studio, Database Management with a focus on Microsoft Sequel (SQL) Server, and Hypertext Markup Language (HTML). These programming languages provide CIS students with practical hands-on experience working with multiple software languages. Personal Computer (PC) skills are learned by understanding PC software and hardware. Networking knowledge is obtained by learning about data communications and industry standard models that regulate the communication between networked and loT devices.

The college application requirements of West Liberty University are in accordance with the Undergraduate Institutional Policies of the Higher Education Policy Commission.

In addition to these college application requirements, there may be special requirements for admission into programs such as Dental Hygiene, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Nursing, Music, Teacher Education, Regents Bachelor or Arts Programs, BLA, BAS and Graduate Studies. Please refer to the specific site pages for the special requirements in these fields.

No undergraduate application fee is required.

Students must show proof of Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccination by uploading the record to your Student Health Portal. For more information, students can visit the Student Health Services on the web.

The Transfer Clearance Form is required of all students transferring from another institution and is necessary in order to register for classes.

As part of the admission process at West Liberty University, applicants are asked to disclose if they have a criminal record. This information may be used in determining final acceptance to West Liberty University.

Generally, only felonies or violent crimes committed in the five years prior to application will be considered. However, this does not preclude the University from considering other crimes or crimes committed longer than five years ago in the admissions decision.

If an applicant has been denied admission due to a crime conviction, he/she will be notified and will have the option to appeal this decision to the Admissions & Credits Committee.

Students enrolling in a West Virginia public institution of higher education shall be assigned a residency status for admission, tuition, and fee purposes by the institutional officer designated by the president. In determining residency classification, the issue is essentially one of domicile. In general, the domicile of a person is that person’s true, fixed, permanent home and place of habitation. The decision shall be based upon information furnished by the student and all other relevant information. The designated officer is authorized to require such written documents, affidavits, verification, or other evidence as is deemed necessary to establish the domicile of a student. The burden of establishing domicile for admission, tuition, and fee purposes is upon the student.

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Students graduating from CIS specialization are entering a job market offering numerous opportunities for employment such as:

CIS careers are available in a wide variety of opportunities for all types of organizations and businesses around the world.

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Information Systems

At West Liberty University (WLU), the road to employability begins with a sense of belonging and community. Located near Wheeling, West Virginia, at the heart of a vibrant metropolitan tri-state area, this university believes when students — from near or far — are accepted with open arms, they develop the confidence to succeed. The process begins by providing a welcoming sense of a home.

Required Courses – Computer Info Systems Major	Credit Hours
West Liberty University General Studies	37
Gary E. West College of Business Core	45
CIS 340 Computer Programming & Logic	3
CIS 366 Data Communications	3
CIS 371 Advanced Visual Basic	3
CIS 450 Systems Analysis & Development	3
CIS 460 Management Information Systems	3
CIS 463 Business Modeling	3
CIS 482 Networking/Hardware	3
Restricted Computer Information Systems Electives (Choose 1)
CIS 481 Web & Application Development	3
CIS 483 Database Design/SQL	3
Business Minor Course	11
Total	120

BS in Computer Information Systems

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