Determine the specific area of information technology in which you wish to work. Consider your interests and select degree programs in database administration, project management, software development, networking operations, health informatics or information security.
Determine the degree you should acquire based on your future goals. An associate degree in information technology is a two-year course that can help get you a job quickly, but a four-year bachelor's degree will provide more specialized training in your chosen field and can open up better options. Consider your present circumstances and the urgency with which you need to start working when deciding on the program to select. If you are free to study full time, take a full time study program on campus. On the other hand, if you are already employed, a bachelor's degree through distance education would be a good option.
Browse the guides to online schools and universities at various websites. Look for colleges and universities offering IT degree courses. University of Phoenix offers a variety of information-technology degrees -- associate's, bachelor's, even master's -- that can be completed online; all programs are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Confirm that any college you select is accredited so it will be accepted by future employers or other institutions. Institutions usually mention the accreditation status of a study program on their website. Avoid programs that don't supply this detail.
Compare tuition fees. Check to determine if there are grants or private scholarships for which you can apply to meet part of your expenses. Follow instructions about class attendance and participation, and submit assignments in keeping with course requirements.