Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5 is required; prior college coursework or an associate degree may allow transfer credits, and SAT/ACT scores are optional.

About This Program

This professional bachelor's degree is specifically tailored for identifying, managing, and resolving organizational security breaches and cyber incidents.

Career Outcomes

Prepare Cybersecurity Analyst career in Cybersecurity AI with threat detection focus

• 1. Cyber Incident Responder
• 2. Security Analyst
• 3. Penetration Tester
• 4. Digital Forensics Investigator

What You'll Learn

• Detect and investigate cyber threats and incidents
• Perform digital forensics and evidence analysis
• Implement incident response and recovery strategies
• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum focuses on information technology foundations with an emphasis on network infrastructure and emergency response management.

Top Employers

Top employers include government agencies like NSA and FBI, tech firms such as Microsoft and Cisco, and cybersecurity consultancies.

Admissions

High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5 is required; prior college coursework or an associate degree may allow transfer credits, and SAT/ACT scores are optional.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Optional
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

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