Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington ETPL
Hackers and cybercriminals launch new, sophisticated computer viruses, malware, and scams every day that threaten the data our society relies on. WGU's online degree in cybersecurity will help you be prepared to outsmart cybercriminals and be the front line of support for governments and top organizations. This computer systems degree program provides a solid background in IT security principles such as: Secure Systems Analysis & Design, Data Management, Web and Cloud Security, Hacking Countermeasures and Techniques, Digital Forensics and Incident Response. WGUs online B.S. Cybersecurity and Information Assurance degree program was designed with input from cybersecurity experts and leading IT employers to meet the most recent Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and National Security Agency (NSA) guidelines. This program has also helped WGU receive the designation of a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense through 2026.The WGU cybersecurity program boasts 15 top certifications that are built into the IT degree program and do not add time or additional costs but do add to your resume as soon as you've earned them, even before you complete your degree!

Financial information

Total tuition

$42,500.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$1,665.00

Locations

Western Governors University (WGU) Washington, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

5 Years

Length of training

Bachelor

Award type

122

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

BS

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

High School Diploma

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance

Completion rate

31%

Employment rate

90%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$47.61

Typical (median) annual earnings

$94,137.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance

Professional, Scientific, Technical Services

22%

Other Industries

18%

Finance and Insurance

13%

Wholesale Trade

13%

Information

13%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
77
Completion rate
31%
Average number of students who completed each year
39
Gender
Male
83%
Female
17%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
4%
Asian
9%
Black or African American
4%
Hispanic
11%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
66%
Multi-racial
7%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
0%
20 to 29
30%
30 to 39
39%
40 to 49
24%
50 and over
7%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
0%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
0%
Some college experience, but no degree
0%
Certificate or AA
71%
BA or higher
29%