BachelorOn-Campus, OnlineFlexible

Columbia College

BS in Cybersecurity

Columbia, Missouri4 years$51K total tuition
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Est. Salary$95,000
Job Growth+32%
Top RoleCybersecurity Analyst
FormatOn-Campus, Online

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
High School Diploma
Duration
4 years
Est. Tuition
$51K total
Format
On-Campus, Online
Schedule
Flexible
GRE / GMAT
Not Required
Concentrations
Cybersecurity (General), Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy

Typical admitted student: High school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a minimum GPA of 2.5–3.0; SAT or ACT scores are optional at many institutions.

About This Program

This degree prepares students to anticipate and respond to digital threats while managing information technology and security projects.

Career Outcomes

Prepare Cybersecurity Analyst career in Cybersecurity AI with network security focus

  • 1. Cybersecurity Analyst
  • 2. Penetration Tester
  • 3. Security Operations Center Analyst
  • 4. Digital Forensics Investigator

What You'll Learn

  • Threat detection and incident response techniques
  • Encryption and secure coding practices
  • Network defense and vulnerability assessment
  • Digital forensics and malware analysis

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum features courses in agile software development, database security, cybercrime, digital forensics, and a cybersecurity capstone project.

Top Employers

Top employers include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, and government agencies like NSA and FBI.

Admissions

High school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a minimum GPA of 2.5–3.0; SAT or ACT scores are optional at many institutions.

Application Materials

  • Statement of Purpose: Optional
  • Letters of Recommendation: Optional
  • Resume: Optional
  • Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

  • Degree Required: High School Diploma
  • GRE/GMAT: Not Required
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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