Bachelors
Part-Time or Full-Time
Fall I, Fall II, Spring I, Summer
Online
About the BA in Web Technologies at Loyola
The field of web technologies is ever evolving with new tools, apps, sites, and algorithms constantly changing the norms and best practices. With the BA in Web Technologies at Loyola University Chicago, your courses will always reflect the prevailing technology and web design tools of the times.
Throughout the program, you will build a solid foundation in the design and development of web applications so you can best serve business needs. You will choose a track that fits your professional interests and goals: development, data, or design and media. Each track, built by stacking two certificates, gives you the skills you need for specific roles in IT.
Program Structure
The BA in Web Technologies can be pursued full time or part time. Classes are held fully online. Ranked in the top 6% of online undergraduate degrees nationwide by U.S. News and World Report (2024), you will have access to innovative and impactful virtual learning experiences at Loyola.
Why Choose Loyola for Your BA in Web Technologies?
- Prepare for a career in web technologies
- Future-proof curriculum
- Fast and flexible
- Built-in networking
- Accomplished faculty
- Your previous credits count
The web technologies degree will give you a valuable and practical education that can lead to jobs in the highly relevant and ever-evolving field of web technologies. It will prepare you to think strategically and innovatively about how to incorporate modern web solutions that impact business goals and the users they serve.
Like the field of web technologies, our program is ever evolving. Learn to use the latest technology through coursework that remains current as technology and norms shift.
Loyola University Chicago's accelerated 8-week courses allow you to complete your online degree quickly. Ranked in the top 6% of online undergraduate degrees nationwide by U.S. News and World Report (2024), you will have access to innovative and impactful virtual learning experiences.
You will benefit from connecting with other future professionals in web technologies who, like you, bring experience and knowledge to the classroom.
Learn from Loyola Department of Computer Science professors and industry experts who are at the top of their fields.
You can leverage your previous college experience through Loyola's transfer policy, which allows you to apply up to 15 credit hours/five courses toward your degree.
Meet the Faculty
Loyola is proud to have talented and nationally-recognized scholar-teachers as part of our diverse community of exceptional faculty, students and staff. Loyola faculty are known for their commitment to teaching, the dissemination of knowledge through innovative and interdisciplinary scholarly research, and a commitment to social justice and cura personalis, or care for the whole person. Visit the School of Continuing and Professional Studies faculty and staff directory to learn more about the teachers and mentors involved with the Web Technologies BA program.
Faculty and StaffWeb Technologies Career Connections
Through our web degree, you will have the knowledge and skills to succeed in a variety of IT roles as well as the academic foundation needed to pursue graduate-level studies.
Specific job options include:
- Web developer
- Web designer
- Web analyst
- Software engineer
- Information architect
- Front-end Developer
- Back-end Developer
- Full-stack Developer
- UI/UX Designer
- Solutions Engineer
Because Loyola is a member of the Jesuit network of 27 colleges and universities nationwide, our graduates can access career advising services, resume and interviewing assistance, career fairs and events, and employment listings in our Career Services center, as well as at career centers at other U.S. Jesuit colleges and universities.
Job Outlook
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Outlook Handbook is a good place to start exploring the job outlook and pay potential for specific careers and fields that interest you.
Curriculum and Program Outcomes
While courses for the Web Technologies BA program may vary from semester to semester, Loyola’s extensive Academic Catalog will always house the official listing of courses, programs of study, academic policies, degree requirements, and specialization or concentration options.
Additionally, this resource will provide Web Technologies BA learning outcomes, showcasing the commitment to specific skills and growth graduates can expect to achieve following completion of the program.
2024-2025 Catalog
Browse Academic CatalogBA in Web Technologies Results and Skills
Upon successful completion of your BA in Web Technologies, you will have the ability to:
Develop modern, standards-compliant web applications while demonstrating proficiency in best practices, utilizing contemporary web technology solutions, and effectively managing software project versions through version control techniques.
Critique website aesthetics, accessibility, and usability and apply graphic design principles to strategically align business objectives with UX Design goals by effectively utilizing the User Experience (UX) Design process.
Utilize client-side services to interact with server-side APIs, model and implement structured and unstructured data, and perform data analysis using standard toolkits and libraries.
Develop programs using fundamental programming constructs, data structures, and algorithms, while demonstrating the ability to choose appropriate solutions and justify their selections.
Apply object-oriented principles (abstraction, delegation, inheritance, and polymorphism) and design patterns, and demonstrate proficiency in programming, testing, and debugging using a mainstream object-oriented language.
Demonstrate knowledge of legal and ethical considerations in information technology and apply technical and ethical solutions.
Costs, Scholarships, and Aid
Loyola University Chicago is committed to making your return to school a reality. Our Cost & Financial Aid page can help better inform you about the costs and potential funding opportunities through scholarships, loans, and aid for graduate and professional education.
Tuition and Costs
Students in the School of Continuing and Professional Studies will likely have the ability to influence their total cost through the use of transfer credit and non-traditional credit. Please keep that in mind when reviewing the variety of estimated total cost options for the Web Technologies BA below.
On average, students in the Web Technologies BA program transfer 60 credit hours to Loyola and 11 hours of non-traditional credit. We can accept and apply up to 36 credit hours of non-traditional credit (CLEP, DSST, and American Council on Education).
Please note that tuition and fees for all of Loyola's academic programs are subject to change.
| Credit Hours | Cost Per Credit Hour | Estimated Total Tuition and Fees |
|---|---|---|
| 45 (Minimum number of credit hours completed at Loyola.) | $790.00 | $35,550.00 |
| 71 (Average number of credit hours completed at Loyola.) | $790.00 | $56,090.00 |
| 120 (Maximum number of credit hours completed at Loyola. Please note that this number does not include any potential transfer credit or non-traditional credit.) | $790.00 | $94,800.00 |
For more detailed information about tuition and fees, and a breakdown of how these costs are calculated on a yearly basis, please visit Tuition and Fees from the Office of the Bursar.
Web Technologies BA Scholarships
Degree-seeking students in the School of Continuing & Professional Studies (SCPS) who have completed the scholarship application will be considered for the many scholarship opportunities available to students each semester.
Achieve the Degree Scholarships include both merit and need-based scholarships. Newly-admitted undergraduate degree-seeking students can expect to receive $2,000 in their first semester while awards for current students range from $1,100 to $3,000 per semester.
Students receiving tuition reimbursement from their employer should also consider seeking admission to the SCPS Fellow Scholarship program that will match up to $5,250 per academic year the reimbursement total you're eligible to receive from your employer.
For detailed information about tuition, costs, and aid, please visit the SCPS Tuition & Financial Aid page.
Appointments and Events
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Schedule an AppointmentThe School of Continuing and Professional Studies offers open houses, information sessions, individual appointments, open Zoom and text sessions, and a multitude of other ways to get to know us better.
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Application Process
Application Deadlines
The available start terms and corresponding application deadlines for the Web Technologies BA are listed below. Please keep in mind that both the application and the required materials must be submitted by the specified deadline.
Fall I: August 5
Fall II: Oct 5
Spring I: Dec 21
Summer: May 20
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the Web Technologies BA include:
Official transcripts from all institutions attended
2.0 Minimum GPA
Official Documents
Official transcripts are those that are sent directly by the college/university to Loyola University Chicago. Transcripts sent by the student to Loyola are considered unofficial documents, and while they may be utilized for initial review of your application, official transcripts are still required. Official documents should be sent by the institution to gradapp@luc.edu.
International Applicant Requirements
An official English language proficiency exam is required for international applicants whose native language is not English. If you have non-U.S. educational credentials, you are required to submit an official transcript evaluation. The transcript evaluation cannot be waived.
Please visit our International Applicant Requirements page for specific information regarding the application process for international students.
Start Your Application
Applying online to the Web Technologies BA program is a swift, uncomplicated, and cost-free process. After submission, you can proceed to send and upload any additional requirements.
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