Pace and Fordham both offer STEM technology master’s programs in New York City, but Pace is structured as an information-systems degree while Fordham’s program is framed around broader information technology and digital transformation.
| Factor | Pace | Fordham |
|---|---|---|
| Degree | MS Information Systems | MS Information Technology |
| Length | 30–36 credits; about 24 months | 30 credits; as little as 12 months full-time |
| Format | In person; full- or part-time | Full- or part-time; New York City |
| STEM | Yes | Yes |
| AI Exposure | High | High |
| Published tuition | $1,730 per credit for 2026–27 campus MS programs | $2,303 per credit for 2026–27, plus applicable fees |
| Admissions fit | Foundation work can support career changers | No technology background required; non-business majors complete a self-study module |
| Career evidence | Seidenberg school-wide: 96% employed/continuing/service and $96,569 average salary for master’s graduates | Current MSIT pages publish employer and career-path evidence, but not a fresh MSIT-specific placement rate or salary |
Curriculum difference
Pace offers specializations in database management, data science, business intelligence, UX, health information systems and security/information assurance. Fordham offers tracks in Business Analytics, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation and Enterprise Computing, with current electives including AI, Python, blockchain and data warehousing.
What to compare before applying
Students should compare total credit requirements, specialization fit, desired completion speed and the type of career evidence they value. Pace’s published career figures are school-wide rather than MSIS-specific, while Fordham’s current program pages emphasize employers and pathways rather than a new cohort report.
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Comparison based on program data verified by MSITM.com in September 2026.