Every organization has a critical need to maintain cyber and systems security to protect their vital data and operations. As a result, information security is listed among the fastest growing occupations by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s affordable bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity combines academic rigor with optimum flexibility.
*Formerly B.S. in Computer and Network SecurityFor the Cybersecurity degree program, WilmU was named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance/Cybersecurity by the National Security Agency and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This accredited online B.S. in Cybersecurity was also ranked #1 in the country in 2017 by BestColleges.com.
WilmU’s degree in cybersecurity provides a broad foundation in cybersecurity and allows you to customize your degree through concentrations and certificates, like Digital Forensics. This undergraduate cybersecurity degree will prepare you to sit for industry-recognized certifications, including CISA, CISSP, A+, Linux+, Security+ and Network+.
You’ll gain expertise through hands-on application of IT skills gained through technical lab exercises led by active cybersecurity subject matter experts. Connect the dots and hone your skills through cybersecurity competitions.
Use elective courses in this bachelor's program to complete a related Dual-Credit Certificate® while you earn your degree or accelerate into your next degree by incorporating master’s-level coursework. Dual-Credit courses can be applied to both this program and other, related WilmU programs. You may want to consider:
The Cyber Wildcats Club provides immersive, hands-on cybersecurity experiences that ensure our students are always ready for the next challenge. Real-time Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions challenge participants to exploit or defend against security vulnerabilities on a live network, and other club activities provide ample opportunities to hone cybersecurity skills between competitions.
Designated a by the National Security Agency and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Cost of a typical 3-credit course.
Â鶹ÊÓƵ tuition is based on cost-per-credit.
You only pay for the courses you need to complete your cybersecurity degree.
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Information assurance is constantly changing as new threats emerge and new vulnerabilities are found. I chose WilmU after considering several other schools…WilmU offered the most security-oriented classes.
— David Alford, WilmU Graduate