Overview

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 & DesignData ManagementWeb and Cloud SecurityHacking Countermeasures and Techniques

Digital Forensics and Incident Response

Key Features

Western Governors University’s 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.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Politics and the US Constitution
Ethics in Technology
Applied Probability and Statistics
Systems Thinking
Applied Algebra

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 29 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Start dates are the 1st of every month. Meet requirements by the 15th to start next month.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Salt Lake City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

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General requirements

To be considered for enrollment into this program, you must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent AND demonstrate program readiness through one of the following:
Option 1: Submit all transcripts documenting completion of college-level coursework with a minimum of 2.75 cumulative GPA or higher. 
Option 2: Possess a bachelors or associate degree (A.A, A.S. or A.A.S. acceptable) from an accredited post-secondary institution.
Option 3: Submit official record of completion of a transferable IT certification, some of which may provide transfer credit  into various programs.
Option 4: Submit all high school transcripts with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Option 5: Submit all transcripts documenting completion of previous IT coursework. IT coursework must be 300 level or higher.

Tuition Fee

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International

8730 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4365 USD per semester during 29 months.
National

8730 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4365 USD per semester during 29 months.
In-State

8730 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4365 USD per semester during 29 months.

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Scholarships Information

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