Master of Science in Information Technology MSIT at Northwestern University

MSIT celebrated the end of spring quarter and our soon-to-be alumni this Saturday with a post-class BBQ potluck. Dr. Berry and members of our Industry Advisory Board were on hand to applaud our pending graduates and their accomplishments. We look forward to celebrate further next week!

Chetan Swarup (MSIT '25) talks about his new role as global software support engineer at Applied Materials.

Bringing MSIT Lessons to Semiconductor Manufacturing

MSIT, MLDS, and MEM student showed their school spirit during NU Day at Wrigley. Always a great time celebrating Northwestern and cheering on the Chicago Cubs!

Snehil Mathur (MSIT ‘18) is finding success as a data and analytics marketing leader at ServiceNow thanks to the versatility she developed in MSIT.

The MSIT Mindset

During Northwestern’s inaugural Quantum Week, researchers, industry leaders, and policymakers came together to explore how breakthrough science is moving from theory to real-world application. The message was clear: Illinois is rapidly emerging as a national hub for quantum innovation, supported by major investments like the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park and strong university–industry collaboration.

For students considering the Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT), this matters. Today’s IT professionals are no longer just supporting systems—they’re building the infrastructure behind next-generation technologies like quantum computing, advanced data systems, and secure networks. In MSIT, you’ll benefit from exposure to a rapidly evolving tech ecosystem right here in Illinois, opportunities to engage with industry partners shaping the future of computing, and a curriculum grounded in real-world application—not just theory.

As emerging technologies like quantum continue to scale, the need for adaptable, systems-oriented IT professionals will only grow. The tech landscape will always change—are you positioned to grow with it?

Read the story: http://spr.ly/6181BBwktx

Northwestern’s Quantum Week signals a growing Illinois ecosystem Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker addressed quantum industry leaders, research scientists and government officials on April 24 at a keynote event that was the highlight of Northwestern’s inaugural Quantum Week.

Our program prepares students for the constant, fast-paced challenges of senior IT leadership roles. The Master of Science in Information Technology at Northwestern University graduates are poised to direct decisions about technology and its implementation by bridging the gap between fundamental technologies and business strategies.

Learn more at our upcoming online information session on Friday, May 1 at 12:00 p.m. CDT.

Register at bit.ly/4dbWP4G

MSIT students and alumni connected with one another as well as industry professionals while learning about the latest challenges facing the IT field.

MSIT and ISC2 Partner for Cybersecurity Networking Event Students and alumni connected with one another while learning about the latest challenges facing the IT field.

Our program prepares students for the constant, fast-paced challenges of senior IT leadership roles. The Master of Science in Information Technology at Northwestern University graduates are poised to direct decisions about technology and its implementation by bridging the gap between fundamental technologies and business strategies.

Learn more at one of our upcoming events:

On campus Open House on Saturday, April 25 at 11:00 a.m. CDT.
Register at bit.ly/41zidJO

Online information session on Friday, May 1 at 12:00 p.m. CDT.
Register at bit.ly/4dbWP4G

Our program prepares students for the constant, fast-paced challenges of senior IT leadership roles. The Master of Science in Information Technology at Northwestern University graduates are poised to direct decisions about technology and its implementation by bridging the gap between fundamental technologies and business strategies.

Learn more at our upcoming online information session on Thursday, March 5 at 7:00 p.m CST.

Register at bit.ly/4cCTmeW