Computer Information Systems

The Computer Information Systems Pathway is a good fit for detail oriented students who work well on teams, are adaptable to an ever changing environment, and enjoy working with computers. Academic programs in this pathway can lead to careers in network systems, programing, software development, web design and development, hardware maintenance, and cyber security among others. Various professional certifications are also available.

Pathway Program

The Pathway Programs are designed to help students who are deciding on their academic and career goals to identify an area of interest. 

• Pathway Degree with Computer Information Systems Concentration, A.A.  

Career Programs

Career programs are designed to prepare students for employment or advancement in a specific career field.

Computer Information Systems

• Computer Programming, A.A.A.S.  .
• Computer Support Specialist, A.A.A.S.  
• Graphics/Web Development, A.A.A.S.  
• Network Administration, A.A.A.S.  

Transfer Programs

Transfer Programs are designed to prepare students to transfer to a college or university to complete a bachelor’s degree. 

Computer Information Systems

• Pre-Computer Information Systems, A.A. (General Transfer)  
• Pre-Computer Science, A.A. (General Transfer)   
• Pre-CyberSecurity, A.A. (General Transfer)  

Need Help Selecting a Career?

Below are two options which can assist with identifing careers and what programs GRCC has to align with these careers:

FOCUS 2 is an online tool that will help you to identify careers based on your personal strengths and interests, as well as additional online career exploration resources. 

Career Coach can help you determine what programs at GRCC best align with your already identified career interests or those identified by using FOCUS 2. This online tool also provides regionally based employment outlook information.