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
$3,280.00
Locations
Kent,
Online
Instructional methods
Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning
Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?
No
Additional details
Award name
BS
Education Prerequisites
No Selection
Prerequisite courses and other requirements
High School Diploma
Is this program approved to train veterans?
Yes
Program languages
English
Certification/license obtained as part of training program
Certification/license test preparation provided
Employment performance results
Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.
Top industries for graduates
Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.
Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.
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