About Penn State
Located in the beautiful countryside of south-central Pennsylvania, The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State or PSU) is a public state-related land-grant research university with campuses and facilities throughout Pennsylvania. Founded in 1855 Penn State today is a major research university that conducts teaching, research, and public service. Its instructional mission includes undergraduate, graduate, professional and continuing education offered through resident instruction and online delivery.
Campus
The university’s extensive network collectively hosting 17,000 faculty and staff, educating over 100,000 students, and engaging a robust community of half a million alumni. The Hazleton Campus in northeastern Pennsylvania offers scenic views of the Conyngham Valley. The Lehigh Valley campus, located in charming Center Valley, provides a world-class education in a small, intimate setting. Additionally, the York campus in south-central Pennsylvania meets the diverse needs of local and international students, contributing uniquely to the university’s dynamic and inclusive educational environment.
City Conditions
Weather generally is humid continental characterised by wide fluctuations in seasonal temperatures, with prevailing winds from the west. The average temperature in July is about 70 °F (21 °C) and in January about 28 °F (−2 °C).
Housing
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Off Campus housing is also very popular among students studying at Penn State
International Students Association
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Why choose Penn State?
Top Ranking
Penn State proudly secures the 60th spot among top U.S. universities, showcasing its academic excellence and prestigious standing in higher education.
Practical Learning
The course offers hands-on training on how IT is used in Business.
Great Career Outcomes
Almost all our students have been placed in renowned MNCs.
Internship Opportunities
After completing 3rd year students get opportunity to take up internship in renowned companies
Excellent Support
International Office is very efficient to handhold all International Students
Great Campus Life
Various clubs and committees help students nurture their personality in a holistic way
About Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Within the IT major, students choose one of three unique options and take an additional 9-12 credits of prescribed coursework for that option, which offers a specific skill and knowledge area in the information technology field.
2 Years with Vidyalankar, India & 2 Years with Penn State.
Program Structure
- The B.S. (IT) course is a 4 year Bachelors Program.
- During the First two years students will be a part of Mumbai University Bsc(IT) Program.
- Students will be taught all ( Sem 1 to Sem 4) courses of Penn State.
- Students who have successfully completed the first 2 years of the Mumbai University B.Sc. (IT) program at VSIT can opt to transfer to one of the PENN STATE commonwealth campuses. Such students are accepted by PENN STATE directly into the 3rd year of Bachelors of Science in IT.
- These students will then have an option to major in Information Technology (Business and Application) or (Design and Development). On successful completion of the program the student are awarded the Bachelors of Science degree in Information Technology (Business and Application) or Bachelor of Science in Information Systems (Design and Development) by PENNSTATE University.
Career opportunities
- Computer Systems Manager
- Database Administrator
- Information Management Specialist
- Network Administrator
- Security Analyst
- Software Engineer
- Systems Administrator
- Systems Analyst
Syllabus
- Semester : 1 - 4
- Degree : Bachelor of Science in IT
- Campus : Vidyalankar Institute, Wadala
- Syllabus :
- Semister : 5 - 8
- Degree : Bachelor of Science in IT
- Campus : Either York or Hazleton or Lehigh Valley
- Syllabus : Bachelor of Science in IT
Fees
| Year | Fees | |
| 1st Year | ₹1500 | Enrollment fees |
| ₹3,75,000 | Tuition fees | |
| ₹0 | Living expense | |
| 2nd Year | ₹3,75,000 | Tuition fees |
| ₹0 | Living expense | |
| 3rd Year | USD $27,000 | Estimated Tuition fee |
| USD $21,300 | Living Expenses | |
| 4th Year | USD $27,000 | Estimated Tuition fee |
| USD $21,300 | Living Expenses |
Other Fees
| Item | Tentative Expense |
| Health Insurance | USD $3,000 |
| IELTS Registration | ₹16,500 |
| Sevis Fees | USD $350 |
| Visa Fees | USD $185 |
| Airfare | Approx. ₹1,00,000 |
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