BachelorOnlinePart-Time

University of Massachusetts Global

BS in Cybersecurity

Irvine, California4 years$65K total tuition
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Est. Salary$95,000
Job Growth+32%
Top RoleCybersecurity Analyst
FormatOnline

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
High School Diploma
Duration
4 years
Est. Tuition
$65K total
Format
Online
Schedule
Part-Time
GRE / GMAT
Not Required
Concentrations
Cybersecurity (General), Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy

Typical admitted student: High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5-3.0 is required; SAT/ACT scores are optional for most programs.

About This Program

This degree program prepares students to work on the front lines of protecting vital networks and organizational information assets.

Career Outcomes

Enter Cybersecurity Analyst career in Cybersecurity AI with digital forensics focus

  • 1. Cybersecurity Analyst
  • 2. Penetration Tester
  • 3. Incident Response Specialist
  • 4. Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

What You'll Learn

  • Implement network security measures including firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
  • Conduct penetration testing and ethical hacking to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Perform digital forensics and evidence collection for incident investigations.
  • Apply cryptography and encryption techniques to protect data.

Curriculum Highlights

The coursework covers security policies, incident response, data communications, operating systems, and a final security capstone project.

Top Employers

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

Admissions

High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5-3.0 is required; SAT/ACT scores are optional for most programs.

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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