Capella University
Online BS in Information Technology – Information Assurance and Cybersecurity
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Admission Snapshot
Typical admitted student: High school diploma or GED is required. Applicants should have a minimum 2.0 GPA, though higher GPAs strengthen applications. Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) are typically optional for online bachelor's programs.
About This Program
Designed for convenience, this degree focuses on the methodologies and nomenclature required to implement security strategies and defend organizational information assets.
Career Outcomes
Start Cybersecurity Analyst career in Cybersecurity AI with cybersecurity focus
- 1. Information Security Analyst
- 2. Cybersecurity Engineer
- 3. Network Security Administrator
- 4. Digital Forensics Investigator
What You'll Learn
- Design and implement secure network architectures and cloud infrastructure defenses
- Conduct ethical hacking assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability analyses
- Investigate cybercrime incidents using digital forensics techniques and evidence preservation
- Develop and enforce organizational security policies, compliance frameworks, and risk management strategies
Curriculum Highlights
The program includes core IT concepts, database systems, web development, project management principles, and specialized cybersecurity courses.
Top Employers
Top employers in cybersecurity include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, major financial institutions, government agencies (NSA, FBI, DHS), and Fortune 500 technology and financial services companies.
Admissions
High school diploma or GED is required. Applicants should have a minimum 2.0 GPA, though higher GPAs strengthen applications. Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) are typically optional for online bachelor's programs.
Application Materials
- Statement of Purpose: Optional
- Letters of Recommendation: Not typically required
- Resume: Optional
- Transcripts: Official high school and college transcripts (if applicable) required
Academic Requirements
- Degree Required: Bachelor of Science
- GRE/GMAT: Not Required
- TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)
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