Overview

The Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics course from Bridgewater State University will be accredited, giving students a foundation in software and system development. Graduates will be employable in and support a vast range of workforce needs (e.g., in finance, education, healthcare and defense). The program is designed to meet the ABET Cybersecurity accreditation requirements.

Key facts

When you earn your bachelor’s in cybersecurity, you are well-prepared for forensic analyst careers in law enforcement, government agencies and many different industries. As part of your education, you will work alongside cybersecurity professionals — enhancing your skills and gaining valuable career connections.
There are more than 20,000 unfilled, high-paying cybersecurity positions in Massachusetts alone. Nationally, there are over 755,000 open jobs in cybersecurity. Our program prepares you to enter the workforce and command near six-figure starting salaries.
Just a few of the private companies in the Boston area that offer careers in cybersecurity include:

Microsoft

American Express

Humana

Novartis

Verizon

Programme Structure

Courses include

Computer Science: Peer Assisted Learning

Computer Science

Computer Organization

Computer Forensics

Mobile Device Forensics

Applied Cryptography

Cyber Programming

Networking

System Security

Network Security

Incident Response

Security Analysis and Reverse Engineering

Cybersecurity Capstone

Linear Algebra

Discrete Mathematics

Single Variable Calculus

Statistical Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

More details

BSU recommends that international students begin the application process at least eight months prior to the semester for which they are applying.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bridgewater, United States

Disciplines

Forensic Science Cyber Security Information Systems View 211 other Bachelors in Forensic Science in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Test Scores

Personal Essay
Evaluative Interview
Recommendation Letters
Documentation of Learning Disabilities

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

18334 USD / year

≈ 18334 USD / year
Out-of-State

18334 USD / year

≈ 18334 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12194 USD / year

≈ 12194 USD / year

Living costs

Bridgewater

United States

1289 - 2669 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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