Warren Allen
Associate Teaching Professor
Director of Undergraduate Studies in Information Technology and Informatics
Admissions and Costs
We seek motivated, forward-thinking students eager to explore the intersection of technology and society.
Admissions, Degree Requirements, and Deadlines
Admissions Requirements
Before you can apply to the IT & Informatics major, you must first meet these requirements:
- Complete at least 15 credits, including courses at Rutgers and/or accepted transfer credits.
- Applicants must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to apply to the major; the average cumulative GPA of successful applicants is 3.1.
- Complete College Writing (01:355:101), College Writing Extended (01:355:104), or an equivalent course with a grade of C or better.
- Complete the introductory IT & Informatics major course 04:189:103 Information Technology and Informatics with a grade of C or better.
Degree Requirements
The IT & Informatics major requires 39 credits total, including foundational courses, electives, and a communication or media course.
Declare a Minor
IT & Informatics students have many options for minors offered at the School of Arts and Sciences. In addition to the SAS options, the school offers three minors:
Popular Minors for IT & Informatics Students (based on recent graduates):
- Business Administration
- Computer Science
- Criminology
- Critical Intelligence Studies
- Digital Communication, Information, and Media
- Economics
- English: Creative Writing
- Entrepreneurship
- Human Resource Management
- Psychology
To declare an undergraduate minor, log in to SAS myMajor or SEBS myMajor.
Take the Next Step!
If you are a prospective freshman or a prospective transfer student, you must first apply to Rutgers through the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Tuition and Fees
The School of Communication and Information offers resources to help you understand the cost of your education and how to pay for it. Here, you’ll find links to information on tuition rates, payment options, financial aid, scholarships, awards, and tracking your payments.
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